High Cube Containers (HC)
Extra Height for Greater Storage Capacity
MK Containers supplies 20ft High Cube (20HC), 40ft High Cube (40HC), and 45ft High Cube (45HC) ISO shipping containers designed to provide additional internal height and increased cargo volume. Offering approximately 1 foot (305 mm) more height than standard containers, High Cube containers are ideal for bulky, lightweight, or oversized cargo requiring greater vertical storage space.
Constructed from high-strength Corten steel and built to international ISO standards, High Cube containers provide excellent durability, weather resistance, and long-term performance for shipping, storage, and container conversion projects.
Available Sizes
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20ft High Cube (20HC)
A compact High Cube container offering additional internal height, making it ideal for businesses requiring extra storage volume without increasing the container footprint.
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40ft High Cube (40HC)
One of the most popular container sizes, providing increased cargo capacity for logistics, warehousing, exports, and container modification projects.
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45ft High Cube (45HC)
The largest standard ISO High Cube container, offering maximum storage volume and payload efficiency for large-scale commercial and industrial operations.
Standard Specifications
Specification | 20HC | 40HC | 45HC |
External Length | 20 ft (6.06 m) | 40 ft (12.19 m) | 45 ft (13.72 m) |
External Width | 8 ft (2.44 m) | 8 ft (2.44 m) | 8 ft (2.44 m) |
External Height | 9 ft 6 in (2.90 m) | 9 ft 6 in (2.90 m) | 9 ft 6 in (2.90 m) |
Internal Length | 19 ft 4 in (5.90 m) | 39 ft 5 in (12.03 m) | 44 ft 5 in (13.56 m) |
Internal Width | 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) | 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) | 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) |
Internal Height | 8 ft 10 in (2.70 m) | 8 ft 10 in (2.70 m) | 8 ft 10 in (2.70 m) |
Door Opening Width | 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) | 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) | 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) |
Door Opening Height | 8 ft 5 in (2.59 m) | 8 ft 5 in (2.59 m) | 8 ft 5 in (2.59 m) |
Maximum Gross Weight | 30,480 kg | 30,480 kg | 32,500 kg (varies by manufacturer) |
Tare Weight | Approx. 2,350 kg | Approx. 3,900 kg | Approx. 4,800 kg |
Maximum Payload | Approx. 28,130 kg | Approx. 26,580 kg | Approx. 27,700 kg |
Internal Capacity | 37.4 m³ | 76.3 m³ | 86.0 m³ |
Floor Type | Marine Plywood | Marine Plywood | Marine Plywood |
Material | Corten Steel | Corten Steel | Corten Steel |
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Features
- Available in 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft sizes
- Extra 1 ft (305 mm) internal height compared to standard containers
- ISO-compliant design
- Heavy-duty Corten steel construction
- Marine plywood flooring
- Weatherproof and windproof
- Lockable double cargo doors
- Suitable for international shipping and long-term storage
- Ideal for container conversion projects
- Available in Brand-New and Quality Used conditions
Applications
High Cube containers are widely used for:
- High-volume cargo transportation
- Commercial and industrial storage
- Warehousing
- Manufacturing
- Construction projects
- Retail inventory storage
- Agricultural equipment
- Container offices
- Modular buildings
- Accommodation units
- Cafés and retail conversions
