In brief
A high cube container is a standardized shipping container with an external height of 2.89 meters. This makes it about 30 centimeters taller than a standard container. The additional space is particularly well-suited for tall, bulky, or voluminous goods. High cube containers are used for global transport and as flexible storage space.
High cube containers are primarily used when a standard container is too low. They are suitable for furniture, machinery, components, pallets, and other voluminous goods.
They also offer more usable space as storage containers. In container conversions, the greater internal height provides room for insulation, wiring, ventilation, or technical equipment. For this reason, high cube containers are frequently converted into workshop, technical, event, or utility containers.
Length and width generally correspond to standard ISO dimensions. However, the greater overall height must be taken into account during transport and installation.
How high is a High Cube container?
A High Cube container is approximately 2.89 m high on the outside. Depending on the model, the internal height is around 2.69 m.
How much more space does a High Cube container offer?
A 40-foot High Cube container typically offers a volume of about 76 m³. That is around 9 m³ more than a comparable 40-foot standard container.
Is a High Cube container suitable for sea freight?
Yes. An approved High Cube shipping container can be transported by ship, rail, and truck. A valid CSC safety approval is required for international transport.
Is a High Cube container suitable for storage?
Yes. The additional internal height creates more storage space without increasing the footprint required compared to a standard container of the same length.
What needs to be considered during transport?
Due to the greater external height, the total transport height may increase. Access routes, gates, bridges, and potential height restrictions should therefore be checked in advance.