$6,300.00
40ft High Cube Shipping Container — Cargo Worthy — Used is listed by BWContainers. Review the product details and contact us with your delivery postcode before ordering to confirm current availability, exact condition, suitability and delivery arrangements.
Description
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 Cargo Worthy 40ft High Cube 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 —
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 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 Container Specifications
Condition: Cargo Worthy (Used) — Certified for active international shipping.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Construction | Corrugated Corten steel — rust and corrosion resistant |
| Flooring | — 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.
Key Features
- Cargo Worthy certified — valid CSC plate, ready for active international shipping
- High Cube 9’6″ profile —
- 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
- — 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
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
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
Conversion and Modification Base
The modified container range for conversion-ready options.
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