Room for larger storage requirements
Over 12 m long to store pallets, machinery or seasonal stock on your site. Compare delivered quotations for one 40ft and two 20ft units; allow space and suitable vehicle access.
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40ft High Cube cargo-worthy shipping container
Request a 40ft High Cube container inspected for freight use; confirm the actual unit and documents.
External dimensions
- Length
- 12.192 m
- Width
- 2.438 m
- Height
- 2.896 m
- Volume
- 76.3 m³
- Internal floor area
- 28.3 m²
Container price
Price on request · AUDDelivery and unloading must be included in your quotation: Request delivered price. Delivery to Australian states and territories, subject to supplier, route and site confirmation is subject to postcode and access confirmation.
Availability on request: the catalogue does not represent live stock.
Request current photos and a condition report for the proposed unit.
Enquiry terms: a request is not an order and no payment is taken.
- External height 2.90 m: 30.5 cm more than a standard
- Freight suitability requires current inspection and carrier acceptance
- Request CSC plate and current examination details
- Normal signs of use: dents, scratches and surface rust possible.
40ft container dimensions and specifications
Standard external dimensions and indicative internal dimensions, door openings and weights from reference specifications. These values do not describe one identified sale unit. Obtain the actual unit specification before agreeing to buy.
| ISO code | 1AAA / 45G1 |
|---|---|
| External length | 12.192 m |
| External width | 2.438 m |
| External height | 2.896 m |
| Internal length | 12.032 m |
| Internal width | 2.35 m |
| Internal height | 2.7 m |
| Door opening width | 2.34 m |
| Door opening height | 2.597 m |
| Internal volume | 76.3 m³ |
| Internal floor area | 28.3 m² |
| Tare weight (empty weight) | 3,900 kg |
| Payload | 28,600 kg |
A nominal container format does not establish its load rating. Obtain the actual unit’s plate and specification for its tare, maximum gross mass and payload; include packaging, fittings and securing material in the calculation. Confirm its current condition and the limits of the vehicle, lifting equipment and delivery route before loading or lifting.
Price and delivered total
Quote required for this specification. Request a quotation in AUD including applicable GST, delivery, unloading and any mandatory charges. Availability and the total depend on the proposed unit, postcode and site access. An enquiry does not place an order.
Compare 40ft container conditions
Compare models for this nominal size and container type in different conditions. Prices are confirmed in an individual AUD quotation covering the container, applicable taxes, delivery and unloading. Confirm the actual unit, availability and complete delivered total for your postcode.
| Condition | Container price (AUD) | Watertightness | Freight suitability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40ft High Cube used wind and watertight container | Price on request · AUD | Confirm unit condition | Not established by this grade |
| Cargo-worthy | Price on request · AUD | Confirm unit condition | Inspection, CSC and carrier checks |
| 40ft High Cube one-trip container | Price on request · AUD | Confirm unit condition | Not established by this grade |
Is this container right for your project?
40ft High Cube cargo-worthy container enquiry. The grade describes intended freight suitability, not a guarantee of a particular unit. Before shipping, confirm a current inspection, CSC examination status and carrier acceptance. Dimensions are reference values; obtain the offered unit specification.
An extra 30 cm of height
The High Cube measures 2.90 m high instead of 2.59 m. These extra 30.5 cm can help with tall loads or a conversion. Check the door opening and the internal headroom left after any floor, ceiling and insulation work.
Cargo-worthy: verify inspection
Ask for the actual unit’s inspection report, CSC plate and examination status. A cargo-worthy label alone does not confirm acceptance for your shipment or a fixed remaining service life.
40ft container delivery: access and unloading
Enquire about delivery to Australian states and territories, subject to supplier, route and site confirmation. Coverage, lead time, transport and unloading charges depend on the postcode and site assessment. Request delivered price and confirm the full amount before agreeing to buy. Islands, remote locations and northern communities may require separate transport arrangements.
Allow for a footprint of about 12.19 × 2.44 m, door opening and the proposed vehicle and lifting equipment. Ask the delivery team to assess gate width, turning space, overhead obstructions, ground bearing capacity and outrigger space. Confirm the actual unit weight and lifting points; access and crane reach cannot be approved from container dimensions alone.
- 1. Your request“Request delivered price”, “Request a quote” or “Discuss your requirements”: you provide the delivery postcode and town, and your contact details.
- 2. Our confirmationRequest confirmation of the actual unit, contracting seller, availability, full delivered price and terms in a written quotation.
- 3. DeliveryReview the full quotation and the seller’s terms before agreeing to buy. Confirm site suitability and delivery arrangements separately.
Questions about the 40ft High Cube cargo-worthy container
What is the price of a 40ft High Cube cargo-worthy container?
Quote required for this specification. Request a quotation in AUD including applicable GST, delivery, unloading and any mandatory charges. Availability and the total depend on the proposed unit, postcode and site access. An enquiry does not place an order.
Where do you deliver, and how much does delivery cost?
You can enquire about delivery to Australian states and territories, subject to supplier, route and site confirmation; availability must be confirmed for your postcode. Delivery and unloading costs depend on your postcode, truck access and unloading method. Ask for a written quotation including applicable GST, delivery, unloading and any mandatory charges after access and the planned location have been checked. Tasmania, islands and remote sites may require separate transport arrangements.
What needs to be prepared on site?
Confirm land-use approval and any building permits with the local authority. Agree load-bearing ground, foundations or supports for local soil, wind and drainage conditions, vehicle access and the unloading plan with the supplier and a competent site professional. Mention overhead power lines, narrow gates, slopes and buried services. A generic footprint is not a foundation design or lift plan.
Can I see the container before confirming?
Request recent photos and, where possible, an inspection of the proposed unit before agreeing to buy. For a used container, they show the real condition of the doors, floor and walls.
Cargo-worthy, wind and watertight used or as-is: what's the difference?
Cargo-worthy describes a unit offered for freight use: verify inspection, current CSC examination status and carrier acceptance. WWT describes wind and watertight storage condition, not shipping certification. As-is means condition needs careful assessment; ask for a written report. Applicable consumer rights still apply.
Will a High Cube fit everywhere?
It measures 2.90 m high when on the ground; on a truck, the overall height exceeds that of a standard container. Have the carrier check the total loaded vehicle height, state or local road limits, permits and route clearances, including bridges and overhead power lines.
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