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40ft High Cube Open Side Shipping Container — First-Trip
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First-trip version, this 40 ft HC Open Side container offers 76.3 m3 with full side opening and increased height, certified new condition. Maximum quality solution combining large volume, side accessibility, and superior height.
- Dimensions (LxWxH)
- 12.2 m × 2.4 m × 2.9 m
- Floor area
- 27,52 m²
- Volume
- 68 m³
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Technical specifications
| External dimensions | 12,192 m × 2,438 m × 2,896 m |
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| Internal dimensions | 12,032 m × 2,287 m × 2,471 m |
| Door clearance | 2,226 m × 2,388 m |
| Tare weight | 6 300 kg |
| Payload | 24 180 kg |
| Volume | 68 m³ |
| Floor area | 27,52 m² |
| Materials | Fully welded Corten |
| Floor type | Marine plywood 28 mm |
| Door opening | 270° or 180° |
| Certifications | CSC |
| Type | Conteneur Open Side |
| Reference (SKU) | conteneur-40-pieds-hc-open-side-premier-voyage |
FAQ
What is the lifespan of a container?
With minimal maintenance, a Corten steel container has a lifespan of 20 to 30 years. First-trip units offer the best longevity.
Can a container be customized?
Yes: RAL paint, additional doors, windows, insulation and electrification. Contact us for a custom quote.
Do you offer rental?
Yes, we offer short-term and long-term rental solutions. Contact our team for terms and conditions.
What payment methods do you accept?
Bank transfer, credit card and other payment methods confirmed on the quote. PayPal and interest-free payment in 3 installments are not offered.
40ft High Cube Open Side Shipping Container — First-Trip
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Definition
What is a Open Side container?
La famille Open Side regroupe les conteneurs équipés d’une ouverture latérale. Elle facilite l’accès à la marchandise sur la longueur du caisson.
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Cette configuration sert quand les portes arrière ne suffisent pas. Elle réduit les manipulations pour les charges longues, les stands, les ateliers ou les stocks à accès fréquent.
Le choix dépend de la largeur nécessaire, de la fréquence d’ouverture et de l’état des portes latérales. La livraison doit aussi tenir compte du dégagement nécessaire pour ouvrir le côté.
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Accès latéral
Accès latéral
L’ouverture sur la longueur améliore l’accès aux marchandises. Elle évite de vider le conteneur pour atteindre une charge située au fond.
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Usage opérationnel
Usage opérationnel
Le format convient aux chantiers, ateliers et points de retrait. Il fluidifie les accès répétés au matériel.
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Dégagement à prévoir
Dégagement à prévoir
Les portes latérales demandent un espace libre devant le conteneur. Cette contrainte doit être vérifiée avant livraison.
In detail
What is a 40ft first-trip HC Open Side container?
An Open Side container is a container with a side opening: an entire side of the body opens, in addition to the rear doors. "HC," for High Cube, refers to a format raised by about 30 cm compared with the standard. "First-trip" means it is a new unit, out of the factory after a single trip. It is the maximum format in the range.
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The body, made of Corten steel, a self-weathering steel that naturally resists marine corrosion, is fully welded in HC structure. The side opening is via double doors pivoting at 270° or 180° over 12 meters of wall, on reinforced hinges. The 28 mm marine plywood floor is sized for rolling loads.
The 40ft HC format frees up 76.3 m³ of usable volume over 28.28 m² of floor space, for an 18,080 kg allowable load. This payload is calibrated lower than a closed 40ft HC: the long side cutout reduces the structure's strength. The interior height of 2.7 m allows tiered palletizing along the full length.
Dimensions in millimetres · perspective viewModel dimensions
Usable space and access
- Door opening (W × H)
- 2,226 m × 2,388 m
- Interior (L × W × H)
- 12,032 m × 2,287 m × 2,471 m
Use the internal dimensions to plan the load or equipment layout. Allow the clearances needed for movement, handling and maintenance for your intended use.
Mass and load distribution
Check total mass, point loads, load distribution and handling equipment compatibility. Available volume does not determine permissible load: reference masses are listed in the technical specifications.
Reference dimensions from the product sheet, to be confirmed for the proposed container.
Exterior envelope
Exterior dimensions and installation
- Exterior (L × W × H)
- 12,192 m × 2,438 m × 2,896 m
These dimensions describe the container envelope. Door movements, connections and servicing may require additional space around the unit.
The unloading area depends on the vehicle and lifting method. It must be assessed separately from the container’s final position.
Reference dimensions from the product sheet, to be confirmed for the proposed container.
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Dimensions in millimetres · perspective viewLe choix de l’état
Premier voyage ou occasion ?
L’aspect attendu, l’usage et le budget orientent le choix. Demandez les photos et les caractéristiques du conteneur proposé avant de vous décider.
Premier voyage : quel état ?
Un conteneur premier voyage est une unité récemment fabriquée qui a effectué un trajet maritime de positionnement. Son aspect est généralement proche du neuf, mais de petites marques de transport ou de manutention restent possibles.
C’est une option à privilégier pour une installation visible, un aménagement soigné ou un projet où l’état initial compte particulièrement. Demandez les photos et les caractéristiques du conteneur proposé.
Occasion : pour quels usages ?
Un conteneur d’occasion a déjà servi au transport maritime. Les bosses, les reprises de peinture, la corrosion et les réparations varient d’une unité à l’autre : l’appellation seule ne décrit pas son état réel.
Pour le stockage, le chantier ou un usage technique, une occasion contrôlée peut répondre au besoin avec un budget initial plus contenu. Distinguez les traces d’usage acceptables des défauts qui affectent la structure, la fermeture des portes ou l’étanchéité.
Que vérifier avant l’achat ?
- Structure : déformations importantes, trous, corrosion perforante, état du châssis et des coins ISO.
- Portes et joints : ouverture, fermeture, fonctionnement des barres de verrouillage et continuité des joints.
- Plancher et étanchéité : zones molles, réparations inadaptées et entrées de lumière anormales, hors ventilation prévue.
Pour un transport maritime international, faites aussi confirmer la validité CSC et l’aptitude de l’unité au transport prévu. La plaque ne remplace pas l’examen du conteneur.
Budget : que faut-il comparer ?
À format comparable, l’occasion est généralement moins chère à l’achat. Vérifiez aussi ce que le devis inclut : le conteneur, le transport et le déchargement sur votre site.
À format identique, les dimensions nominales restent les mêmes ; la tare et la charge utile se vérifient sur les plaques. Pour un frigorifique, un Open Side ou un conteneur équipé, contrôlez aussi les équipements décisifs pour votre usage : groupe froid, portes ou installations.
In detail
Open Side: why a side opening?
A standard container only opens via its rear doors. To reach a pallet at the back, all the ones at the front must first be taken out. On a high-turnover logistics flow, this lost time adds up. The Open Side solves the problem: an entire side of the body opens.
The forklift can then access any pallet directly from the dock, without moving the others. This is the principle of cross-docking; direct transfer between a truck and a dock. Depending on the format, the opening is via double doors pivoting at 270° or 180°, or via folding accordion panels that clear the full length.
Applications
Uses for a 40ft first-trip HC Open Side container
The combination of 40ft length, HC height and side access opens up high-volume vertical cross-docking: the pallet is placed from the dock over 12 meters, then stacked on two levels.
The applications below show in which contexts this format is most relevant. Each use links the on-the-ground need to the container's concrete benefit.
Highlights
Why buy a 40ft first-trip HC Open Side container
The 40ft HC Open Side is the maximum format in the range: it combines 40ft length, High Cube height and full side access. The strengths below detail what this combination brings; and a point to watch, payload, to factor into the loading calculation.
The strengths below explain what each technical choice brings to the project. They help compare the product with a less specialized alternative or a different condition.
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Maximum volume
Maximum volume
76.3 m³ usable, the benchmark capacity of the Open Side segment; 40ft length and HC height combined in a single body.
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Additional height
Additional height
30 cm more than a standard 40ft Open Side, enough to stack pallets on two levels and load vertical packaging.
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Full side access
Full side access
The double doors pivot at 270° or 180° over 12 meters; each spot loads directly from the dock, with no repositioning.
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Welded Corten HC body
Welded Corten HC body
The structure is reinforced to absorb the triple constraint of length + height + long side opening, where a standard body would deform.
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Payload to factor into the calculation
Payload to factor into the calculation
18,080 kg allowable, a value calibrated lower by the long side cutout; to be weighed against available volume depending on the goods' density.
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ISO 6346 and CSC compliance
ISO 6346 and CSC compliance
Fit for multimodal transport; the High Cube gauge requires checking heights on routes with low bridges.
Applications
What is the price of a 40ft first-trip HC Open Side container
The new 40ft HC Open Side combines three specifications, 40ft length, HC height and long side opening, which place it in an ultra-niche segment of the specialized market. Its price reflects the rarity of the units and the extra cost of the reinforcements needed for the long side cutout.
Four factors influence price variations:
The factors below explain why the price can vary from one quote to another. They help read a quote by distinguishing the price of the product, availability and delivery costs.
Compare for a specific reason
Which requirement drives your choice?
Access along the length
Side access must be assessed alongside exterior clearance and handling equipment position.
Open Side ContainersAccess from both ends
Double Door can provide access from two sides of the site. Reserve clearance at each end.
Double Door ContainersLoading from above
Assess the roof opening, lifting method and protection of contents with an Open Top.
Open Top ContainersDelivery
Delivery & logistics
National Conteneur delivers throughout mainland France and internationally. Lead times and conditions vary by zone and mode of transport.
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