In brief:
A Low Cube container is a shipping container with a reduced height. The 20-foot Low Cube offered by m³ has an external height of 2,438 millimeters.
The length and width correspond to a classic 20-foot ISO container. This maintains the same footprint while reducing the overall height by 153 millimeters compared to a standard 20-foot container.
The 20-foot Low Cube from m³ has the following typical dimensions:
Values may vary depending on the manufacturer and design. Therefore, the confirmed data for the specific container is authoritative for transport and project planning.
The main difference lies in the height.
A 20-foot low cube container has an external height of 2,438 millimeters. A 20-foot standard container reaches 2,591 millimeters. The low cube is therefore 153 millimeters lower.
The length and width remain the same. Due to the lower internal height, the usable volume is reduced compared to the standard container.
A 20-foot high cube typically has an external height of 2,896 millimeters. This makes it 458 millimeters taller than the 20-foot low cube.
The low cube is useful for projects where a low overall height is more important than maximizing internal volume. The high cube, on the other hand, offers more internal height and loading capacity.
A low cube is a suitable option when available height is limited and the footprint of a 20-foot container must be maintained.
Possible areas of application include:
Whether the reduced height is sufficient for transport must be verified based on the vehicle and the entire route.
The 20-foot low cube described in m³ has a maximum gross weight of 30,480 kilograms and a stated tare weight of approximately 2,280 kilograms.
This results in a calculated maximum payload of approximately 28,200 kilograms:
30,480 kg − 2,280 kg = 28,200 kg
The information on the CSC plate or the identification plate of the specific container is always the deciding factor.
The dimensions of 6,058 × 2,438 × 2,438 millimeters correspond to size class 1C according to ISO 668.
ISO 668 classifies freight containers based on their external dimensions. The standard also includes specifications for the corresponding gross masses as well as selected minimum dimensions.
A valid CSC plate is also required for the actual transport approval of an individual container.
A Low Cube built and approved for this purpose can be integrated into intermodal transport chains. This requires the container to be in a technically suitable condition and have a valid CSC approval.
Before transport, the requirements of the carrier, the freight forwarder, and the planned route must also be checked.
The term "Low Cube" alone does not confirm a valid transport approval.
The 20-foot Low Cube from m³ features a Corten steel construction. The corrugated steel walls increase the rigidity of the container shell.
According to the m³ product description, the equipment includes a double-wing door on the front, a wooden floor, forklift pockets, and ventilation slots. The specific equipment may vary depending on the version.
Yes, provided that the lower interior and door height are suitable for the stored goods and the planned handling.
The interior height of the model described is around 2.24 meters. The door opening is approximately 2.13 meters high. Tall machines, shelving, or packages must therefore be checked against the usable dimensions in advance.
For heavy goods, the payload, floor load, and point loads must also be checked.
In principle, a Low Cube can serve as a base for technical or custom solutions. However, the reduced height limits the space available for insulation, wiring, ventilation, and technical installations.
Before starting any modifications, you should check the required interior height, installation heights, and future transportability.
m³ plans conversions tailored to the available dimensions, the weight of the installations, and the intended use.
The 20-foot Low Cube from m³ has an exterior height of 2,438 millimeters, or approximately 2.44 meters.
A 20-foot standard container is 2,591 millimeters high. The 20-foot Low Cube, with an exterior height of 2,438 millimeters, is therefore 153 millimeters lower.
The typical interior height of the 20-foot Low Cube offered is approximately 2,240 millimeters. Variations depending on the manufacturer are possible.
No. The decisive factor is the total height of the vehicle, chassis, and container. The entire transport route must also be checked for height restrictions.
The reduced height can be useful for compact, heavy goods. However, the payload, floor load capacity, and load distribution are the deciding factors.
No. While the length and width may be the same, the exterior and interior height of the Low Cube are lower.