40ft High Cube Shipping Container — First-Trip

See Used
From
3 360,00 € TTC

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
28,2 m²
Volume
76,4 m³

Price alert

You buy containers regularly. Prices and availability change every day; subscribe to our price alert to be notified of our new arrivals.

40ft High Cube Shipping Container — First-Trip
40ft High Cube Shipping Container — First-Trip
Currently: 3 360,00 €
    Your price alert has been created. We will contact you by email when new arrivals match the selected products.

    Custom-built

    Standard and custom-built modules, individually or assembled.

    Expertise

    Industry experts to support you with your project.

    Express delivery

    Reliable and secure transport — a logistics team dedicated to your project.

    Competitive pricing

    Depots across France, close to you.

    Compliance

    ISO 9001 and CSC standards.

    Devis gratuit

    Demander un devis pour ce conteneur

    Réponse d'un interlocuteur dédié sous 4 h ouvrées, au prix du marché.

      Demande envoyée !

      Votre demande a bien été reçue et sera traitée sous 4 h ouvrées. Pour une réponse immédiate, appelez-nous au +33 9 78 45 18 90.

      A project involving a container?

      Answer 5 questions — we'll guide you to the ideal solution.

      Find my ideal container →

      Similar products

      Technical specifications

      External dimensions12,192 m × 2,438 m × 2,896 m
      Internal dimensions12,032 m × 2,350 m × 2,695 m
      Door clearance2,338 m × 2,585 m
      Tare weight3 900 kg
      Payload26 580 kg
      Volume76,4 m³
      Floor area28,2 m²
      MaterialsCorten steel
      Floor typeMarine plywood
      Door opening270°
      CertificationsCSC
      TypeConteneur High Cube
      Reference (SKU)conteneur-40-pieds-high-cube-premier-voyage
      40ft High Cube Shipping Container — First-Trip Price on quote
      Request a quote

      High Cube ; Extra height

      What is a High Cube container?

      A High Cube container, often abbreviated HC, matches a standard Dry container in every way: same length, same width, the same Corten steel, the same standardised lifting corners. Only one dimension changes: the height. The HC stands 2.896 m overall height versus 2.591 m for a standard Dry, approximately 30 cm more.

      These 30 cm translate into nearly one cubic metre of extra usable volume on a 20-foot unit, and considerably more on a 40-foot. This is a decisive gain for voluminous but lightweight cargo that hits the height limit before reaching the weight limit — a standard container would then be transporting wasted air under the roof.

      The extra height also makes the High Cube the most sought-after conversion base. With an interior height of nearly 2.70 m, it allows space for a technical false ceiling, insulation, and floor finish while maintaining comfortable headroom — something a standard container, once converted, does not provide.

      • Extra height

        2.896 m overall height, versus 2.591 m for a standard Dry container. These extra 30 cm are gained without changing the length or width — the unit remains as manageable and transportable as a standard container.
      • Voluminous, lightweight cargo

        The HC is designed for goods that take up volume without weighing much — foam, textiles, furniture, packaging. They reach the container's height well before its load limit: the extra 30 cm avoid transporting wasted air.
      • Comfortable conversion

        The interior height of nearly 2.70 m allows insulation, a technical false ceiling, and floor finish to be integrated while maintaining genuine headroom. It is the reference format for converting a container into a livable office, home, or workshop.
      • ISO standard

        Despite its height, the High Cube retains standard ISO lifting corners and fittings. It stacks, secures, and is handled throughout the maritime, rail, and road chain exactly like a standard container.

      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.

      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.

      • Two-level palletized logistics

        The 2.69 m height allows Euro pallets to be stacked on two levels, which reduces transport cost per cubic meter.

      • Large-capacity industrial storage

        Tall machinery, factory furniture, vertical equipment or large-scale buffer stock, with no ceiling constraint.

      • Multi-room fit-out

        Enough floor space for an open-plan office, an extended workshop or a multi-room living module.

      • Modular construction

        Consistent base for horizontal or vertical assemblies, with internal height compliant with housing standards.

      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.

      • 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.

      • 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.

      • 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.

      • 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.

      • 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.

      • 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.

      • Shipping demand

        Growth in international trade concentrates 40 HC units on main routes, which makes supply for sale scarcer.

      • Logistics bottlenecks

        A blockage in the Red Sea or a major port strike tightens every segment within days, with the 40 HC exposed.

      • Corten steel cost

        A new 40 HC requires more material than a standard 40 ft, which amplifies the effect of steel market prices.

      • Downstream costs

        Fuel, 40 ft road delivery (lowboy truck or extended flatbed) and specific unloading add to the price of the container alone.

      Delivery

      Delivery & logistics

      National Conteneur delivers throughout mainland France and internationally. Lead times and conditions vary by zone and mode of transport.

      • 1-3 weeks

        Nationwide delivery

        Container truck with flat set-down on a prepared site.

        Zones Mainland France

      • On quote

        Complex site

        Dedicated mobile crane for sites with difficult access or elevated placement.

        Zones Mainland France

      • 48-72h

        Express

        Immediate stock at port depot, expedited delivery subject to availability.

        Conditions On request

      Next step

      Have a project? Request a quote.

      Our advisors respond within 24 business hours with a detailed quote based on your volumes, site and timeline.