40ft High Cube Shipping Container — Cargo Worthy — Used

A certified, intermodal-ready 40ft High Cube shipping container for active export freight and high-volume on-site storage. This 40ft high cube cargo worthy shipping container carries a valid CSC plate — confirming it meets the structural requirements for international shipping across road, rail, and sea without re-certification at the port.

Furthermore, the High Cube profile stands 9’6″ tall with 2,690 cubic feet of internal volume — 12% more capacity than a standard height 40ft container. As a result, it suits tall palletised loads, racking systems, oversized equipment, and high-volume freight that exceeds standard container clearance.

Moreover, the used condition delivers the same structural integrity and ISO compliance of a new unit at a significantly lower cost. Therefore, it is the preferred choice for exporters, freight operators, and commercial storage operators who need certified capacity without the One-Trip price premium.

40ft High Cube Cargo Worthy Shipping Container Dimensions
Measurement Imperial Metric
Exterior Length 40′ 12,192 mm
Exterior Width 8′ 2,438 mm
Exterior Height 9’6″ 2,896 mm
Interior Length 39’4″ 11,998 mm
Interior Width 7’8″ 2,352 mm
Interior Height 8’10” 2,698 mm
Door Opening Width 7’8″ 2,340 mm
Door Opening Height 8’5″ 2,585 mm
Internal Volume 2,690 cu ft 76.2 m³
Floor Area 305 sq ft 28.3 m²
Weight Specifications
Measurement Weight
Tare Weight (Empty) 3,690 kg
Net Load Capacity 26,790 kg
Maximum Gross Weight 30,480 kg
40ft High Cube Cargo Worthy Shipping Container
Specifications
Feature Detail
Construction Corrugated Corten steel — rust and corrosion resistant
Flooring 28mm hardwood timber — steel cross-member base
Doors Full-width double swing rear cargo doors
Door Seals Rubber gaskets — weatherproof and watertight
Locking Mechanism Heavy-duty steel locking bars and handles
Corner Castings ISO standard forged steel — crane and twistlock compatible
Condition Cargo Worthy — valid CSC plate
Colour Dark Green
ISO Standard ISO 668 Series 1
High Cube Size Comparison
Specification 20ft HC 40ft HC 45ft HC
External Length 19’10½” 40′ 45′
External Height 9’6″ 9’6″ 9’6″
Interior Length 19’4″ 39’4″ 44’4″
Interior Height 8’10” 8’10” 8’10”
Internal Volume 1,305 cu ft 2,690 cu ft 3,040 cu ft
Floor Space 150 sq ft 305 sq ft 343 sq ft
Tare Weight 2,060 kg 3,690 kg 4,870 kg
Max Gross Weight 30,480 kg 30,480 kg 32,475 kg
All three sizes share the same 9’6″ High Cube exterior height and 8’10” interior clearance. Therefore, the choice between 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft HC comes down to floor space and volume requirements — not height.

40ft High Cube Cargo Worthy Shipping Container Key Features
Cargo Worthy certified — valid CSC plate, ready for active international shipping
High Cube 9’6″ profile — 300mm more interior clearance than standard height 40ft
2,690 cu ft internal volume — high-capacity freight and storage
305 sq ft floor space — double the footprint of a 20ft HC container
26,790 kg net load capacity — handles heavy commercial and industrial loads
Corrugated Corten steel — rust, corrosion, and impact resistant
Heavy-duty steel locking bars — forced entry resistant
Full-width double swing rear doors — easy pallet and forklift access
28mm hardwood timber floor — forklift-rated, moisture-resistant base
ISO standard corner castings — crane, twistlock, and spreader bar compatible
Used condition — certified structural integrity at a lower cost than One-Trip
40ft High Cube Cargo Worthy Shipping Container Applications
Active Export and International Freight
The valid CSC plate certifies this container for loading at Australian ports without structural inspection delays. Furthermore, ISO corner castings ensure compatibility with all major shipping line handling systems — twistlocks, spreader bars, and reach stackers. As a result, it moves seamlessly through intermodal freight networks without modification.

High-Volume Commercial Storage
The 305 sq ft floor space and 2,690 cu ft internal volume suit warehousing, distribution, and commercial storage operations that have outgrown a 20ft unit. Moreover, the High Cube clearance accommodates multi-tier racking systems — maximising vertical storage across the full 40ft length.

Construction and Infrastructure Sites
Large construction projects store tools, plant, materials, and site office equipment in a single 40ft HC unit. Additionally, the Cargo Worthy certification means the container moves between project sites on standard flatbed transport without re-inspection.

Agricultural and Rural Storage
The 40ft HC format suits high-volume seasonal stock, machinery, and bulk materials on large agricultural properties. Furthermore, the used Cargo Worthy condition delivers the same weatherproof protection as a new container — at a cost more appropriate for agricultural storage applications.

Conversion and Modification Base
The 40ft High Cube is the most popular base unit for large-scale container conversions — workshops, multi-room offices, and commercial fit-outs. Therefore, the Cargo Worthy structural certification confirms the base container is sound for permanent modification. Explore our modified container range for conversion-ready options.