40ft High Cube Shipping Container – Cargo-Worthy
This 40-foot high cube shipping container provides additional vertical space compared to standard units. The container is constructed with COR-TEN steel and is suitable for applications requiring extra interior height. This unit meets cargo-worthy standards for transport and handling.
Key Features
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COR-TEN steel construction
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One-foot additional height versus standard containers
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Double doors at one end
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Ventilated design
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Plywood flooring
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Corner castings for lifting and transport
Product description
Description
This 40-foot high cube shipping container offers approximately 320 square feet of floor space with an internal height of 8 feet 10 inches. The additional height accommodates taller loads or provides increased standing room inside the unit. Construction consists of COR-TEN weathering steel.
This container meets cargo-worthy standards, indicating it has passed inspection for intermodal transport. The structure is suitable for repeated lifting, stacking, and transit by ship, rail, or truck. The double doors at one end open to the full width of the container for loading. Vents are integrated into the container design to allow airflow. The plywood floor provides a surface elevated above ground level. Corner castings at each corner allow for lifting and securement during transport.
Technical Specifications
- External Length: 40 ft (12.19 m)
- External Width: 8 ft (2.44 m)
- External Height: 9 ft 6 in (2.89 m)
- Internal Length: 39 ft 5 in (12.01 m)
- Internal Width: 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m)
- Internal Height: 8 ft 10 in (2.69 m)
- Door Opening Width: 7 ft 6 in (2.28 m)
- Door Opening Height: 8 ft 5 in (2.56 m)
- Material: COR-TEN steel
- Floor Material: Plywood
- Ventilation: Vents
- Color: Varies
Compatibility / Intended Use
This container is intended for applications including:
Warehouse expansion
Intermodal freight transport
Export and import shipping
On-site storage requiring additional height
Mobile storage units
DELIVERY OPTIONS
We deliver purchased or leased through Midstate Containers using a goose-neck tilt-bed truck.
Tilt-bed truck
Ideal for easy offloading without additional equipment.
• Requirements: 80 ft straight-line clearance for 10’/20’ containers, 120 ft for 40’ containers.
• Overhead clearance: about 14 ft (up to 16 ft when tilted).
• Exact placement is not guaranteed, forklift or crane may be required for tight or specific locations.
Container moves
We can relocate your container if it is empty.Cost: $175/hour, 2-hour minimum (“port-to-port” billing).
Site preparation
Before scheduling delivery, please ensure:
• Flat, level delivery area for safe unloading and proper door operation.
• Clear, unobstructed access with no overhead obstacles (trees, power lines, or structures).
• Adequate clearance as per container size.
• Payment completed prior to delivery (cash, check, or credit).
Delivery timing
Due to supply chain and driver availability, please allow:
• Purchases: 2-4 weeks from order confirmation.
• Rentals: 1-3 weeks from order confirmation.
More details about Delivery & Moves.
HOW TO GET STARTED
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PAY FOR IT
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DELIVERY
Receive your storage unit promptly at your specified location
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GENERAL WARRANTY
(Applies to Dry Storage Containers, Modified Containers, and Office Containers ONLY)
All dry storage containers, modified containers, and office containers sold by APEX Shipping Containers are guaranteed to be wind- and weather-tight at the time of delivery.
This warranty is valid for 1 year from the date of purchase.
Coverage Includes
•Base Container: Wind and water-tight integrity, functionality of cargo doors, cargo door seal integrity, and roll door operation
• Modifications and Customization Work: Flooring, insulation, electrical wiring, structural changes, and quality of all customization work
Warranty Exclusions
• Refrigerated containers (see Refrigerated Container Warranty below)*
•A/C, HVAC, and other appliances with their own manufacturer warranties
•Cosmetic defects (chipped paint, surface rust, normal wear and tear)
• Structural damage caused by handling, loading, unloading, or relocation
• Damage resulting from extreme or harsh weather conditions
• Custom interior or exterior paint, finishes, or modifications
• Damage caused by misuse, neglect, or improper operation
•As-Is or damaged containers are sold “as is” and carry no warranty of any kind
*Important Notice:
This General Warranty does NOT apply to refrigerated containers (reefers). Refrigerated containers are covered under a separate warranty outlined below.
REFRIGERATED CONTAINER WARRANTY
Applies ONLY to Refrigerated Containers
Refrigerated containers are sold with separate and limited warranty coverage, which differs from dry and modified container warranties. Extended warranty options may be available at an additional cost.
Used Refrigerated Containers
• 60-day warranty on the refrigeration motor only, starting from the date of purchase.
New (One-Trip) Refrigerated Containers
• 5-year manufacturer’s warranty on the refrigeration unit, starting from the date of manufacture, provided by the refrigeration unit manufacturer (Carrier, Thermo King, or Daikin)
Refrigerated Warranty Notes
• Refrigeration warranties apply only to the refrigeration system.
• Container structure, doors, flooring, and seals are not covered under the General Warranty for refrigerated units unless explicitly stated in writing.
Service and Support
Apex Shipping Containers will, at its discretion, repair or replace defective parts or products covered under this warranty.
For out-of-warranty repairs, contact: (804) 974-6523 or sales@apexshippingcontainer.com
AREAS WE SERVE
We provide shipping containers for sale and rent across California, with office and yard locations in Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Millsboro, plus depot facilities in Hartford and Houston. From container sales and rentals to fast delivery and expert
consultations, Apex Containers is your trusted source for storage and shipping containers in USA.
Learn more about all available locations.