What makes a High Cube container different from a standard container?
A High Cube has an extra 300mm of internal height over a standard container, taking it from roughly 2.39m to 2.69m inside. That headroom adds real cubic capacity, useful for taller machinery, racking, ducting, or just a more comfortable fit-out if you’re converting the space into a workshop or office.
How is a High Cube container delivered to site?
The same tilt tray and side loader delivery options as our standard containers. The one thing to check first is overhead clearance, power lines, tree branches, carport roofs, since the extra height means less margin than a standard container needs.
What types of sites suit a High Cube container best?
Anywhere that benefits from taller storage, tall stock, machinery, or higher-stacked pallets, plus the same wind- and vermin-proof build that makes our containers suited to construction sites, warehouses, and rural properties.
Are High Cube containers heavier than standard containers?
Slightly, yes. The extra height adds some tare weight depending on the manufacturer and the container’s condition, worth checking if you’re working to a site weight limit or arranging your own transport.
Can a High Cube container be modified into a site office, shop or workspace?
Yes, the extra headroom is exactly why High Cube is the popular pick for conversions, site offices, retail pop-ups, workshops. We can quote the modification, or you can hire or buy the container as-is and manage the fit-out yourself.
Choose a 40ft or 20ft high cube to transform it into your own unique space.
When should I choose High Cube over a standard container?
If you’re storing tall items, fitting racking or shelving, need headroom for a conversion, or just want more volume without a bigger footprint, the extra height is usually worth the modest price difference over standard.
Are high cube containers suitable for construction sites?
Yes, high cube containers are ideal for onsite storage of tools and electrical gear or even temporary offices.
Loading and unloading cargo is easy especially when modified to include full-length side doors.
How do high cubes compare in weight to standard containers?
The additional height of high cubes adds to the total weight of the container, so be sure to review our 20 foot and 40 foot high cube container dimensions.
The maximum gross weight will vary depending on the manufacturer and materials.
I've got a smaller property, will a High Cube container fit?
The footprint is identical to a standard 20ft or 40ft container, it’s only the height that changes, so it won’t take up any more ground space. If space is genuinely tight, our 6ft or 8ft mini containers are worth comparing instead.
Can High Cube containers be stacked
Yes. High Cube containers are built to the same structural standard as our standard containers and stack safely both empty and loaded, whether that’s two units on top of each other for extra storage in a smaller footprint, or during transport and yard storage. As with any stacked containers, make sure the ground underneath is level and load-bearing before stacking on site.
Does the extra height cause any issues with delivery access, like tight laneways or overhanging structures?
It can, so it’s worth checking before delivery day. The extra 300mm of height means less clearance under power lines, tree branches, carports, or garage rooflines than a standard container needs. Measure the access route and drop-off point for overhead obstructions first, our delivery team can also talk you through what to look for when you book.
