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40ft High Cube Shipping Container — First-Trip
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First-trip version, this 40 ft High Cube container offers 76.4 m3 at a height of 2.695 m, in pristine, certified new condition. The benchmark among tall containers for bulky goods demanding maximum quality.
- Dimensions (LxWxH)
- 12.2 m × 2.4 m × 2.9 m
- Floor area
- 28,3 m²
- Volume
- 76,4 m³
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Compliance
ISO 9001 and CSC standards.
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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 × 2,352 m × 2,698 m |
| Door clearance | 2,340 m × 2,585 m |
| Tare weight | 3 800 kg |
| Payload | 26 680 kg |
| Volume | 76,4 m³ |
| Floor area | 28,3 m² |
| Materials | Corten steel |
| Floor type | Marine plywood |
| Door opening | 270° |
| Certifications | CSC |
| Type | Conteneur High Cube |
| Reference (SKU) | conteneur-40-pieds-high-cube-premier-voyage |
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Definition
What is a High Cube container?
La famille High Cube regroupe les conteneurs plus hauts que les formats standards. Elle répond aux besoins de volume supplémentaire, de stockage encombrant ou d’aménagement intérieur.
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Le High Cube conserve la logique maritime : structure en acier Corten, portes arrière et manutention par coins ISO 1161. La différence principale vient de la hauteur, qui améliore le volume utile.
Ce format se choisit quand les marchandises sont volumineuses plutôt que très lourdes. Il faut aussi vérifier la hauteur disponible sur site et les contraintes de transport.
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Volume utile
Volume utile
La hauteur supplémentaire augmente le volume exploitable. Elle devient utile pour les charges légères mais encombrantes.
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Aménagement
Aménagement
Le High Cube apporte plus de confort intérieur pour les transformations. La hauteur facilite isolation, réseaux et circulation.
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Accès à vérifier
Accès à vérifier
La hauteur impose de contrôler l’accès routier, les branches, câbles et portiques. La livraison doit être validée avant devis.
In detail
What is a first-trip 40 ft High Cube shipping container?
The 40 ft High Cube shipping container is the large-capacity unit of maritime transport: 12.19 m long and 2.89 m external height. "High Cube", noted 9'6", refers to a container 30 cm taller than a standard 40 ft Dry. The term "first-trip" (also called one-trip) indicates a new unit, after a single positioning voyage.
Its usable capacity reaches 76.4 m³ for a 28.2 m² footprint and a 26,580 kg allowed load. The 2.695 m internal height allows uses out of reach for a standard 40 ft: Euro pallets stacked on two levels, vertical furniture storage, or fitting out a living space meeting habitability standards.
Model dimensions
Usable space and access
- Door opening (W × H)
- 2,340 m × 2,585 m
- Interior (L × W × H)
- 12,032 m × 2,352 m × 2,698 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.
Read the dimensions guideLe 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
First-trip or used: how to choose?
A "first-trip" container is new: intact factory epoxy paint, original seals, no signs of use. A "used" container has already been in maritime service; it is graded by condition, "Cargo Worthy" (CW), still fit for international transport, or "Wind & Water Tight" (WWT), simply airtight and watertight.
First-trip is the right choice for a fit-out project or long-term use. Used remains worthwhile for large-volume storage on a controlled budget.
Applications
Uses of a 40 ft High Cube shipping container
The new 40 ft HC combines the largest capacity of a standard container with vertical configurations out of reach for lower formats.
The applications below show in which contexts this format is most relevant. Each use links the on-site need to the container's concrete benefit.
Highlights
Why buy a first-trip 40 ft High Cube shipping container
The new 40 ft High Cube is the largest-capacity format in the maritime standard: it combines 40 ft length with 9'6" height. The strengths below explain what this combination concretely changes; volume, palletization, cost per cubic meter, factory condition.
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 standard volume
Maximum standard volume
76.4 m³ usable, 9 m³ more than a classic 40 ft Dry, at the same length. The gain comes entirely from the increased height, with no change to the floor footprint.
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Two-level palletization
Two-level palletization
The 2.69 m internal height is enough to stack two levels of Euro pallets. This double layer cuts transport cost per cubic meter.
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Optimal cost per m³
Optimal cost per m³
At purchase, the 40 HC offers the best price-per-volume ratio in the entire standard maritime segment. For a full load, the cubic meter costs the least here.
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New factory structure
New factory structure
Intact epoxy paint, original seals, no signs of use. This new condition avoids any prior inspection and guarantees perfect watertightness from the first load.
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Compliant on delivery
Compliant on delivery
The CSC plate is valid for 5 years and the ISO 6346 and ISO 1161 markings are affixed at the factory. The container heads directly into international transit, with no recertification.
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High-security locking
High-security locking
Anti-intrusion bars and compatibility with ISO/PAS 17712 padlocks equip the doors. Goods stay protected throughout a sealed shipment.
Applications
What is the price of a first-trip 40 ft High Cube shipping container
No HC container is sold at a rate set for the year: the market moves according to a global mechanism comparable to that of raw materials.
Four dynamics drive these variations:
The factors below explain why the price can vary from one quote to another. They help you read a quote by distinguishing the product price, availability, and delivery costs.
Compare for a specific reason
Which requirement drives your choice?
Standard height is sufficient
Where loading and operation allow, compare standard Dry and High Cube at equivalent lengths.
Dry ContainersSide loading
Open Side offers a side-access option. Check the actual opening width and the space needed to move the doors.
Open Side ContainersPallet layout
Check usable width, loaded pallet dimensions and the handling method.
Pallet Wide 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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