40ft High Cube Full Side Access Container

The 40ft high cube full side access container is a modified dry freight unit designed for operations requiring unobstructed access to stored goods along the entire length of the container. This configuration is suited for loading and unloading oversized items, palletized cargo, and materials that cannot be efficiently handled through standard end doors.

Key Features

• Full-length side opening providing access along the entire container length

• High cube configuration with 9 ft 6 in exterior height for additional interior clearance

• Corten steel construction for structural integrity, durability, and corrosion resistance 

• 28mm marine-grade plywood flooring over steel cross-members

• Double cargo doors at one end providing a second access point

• Locking bars and hasps on all doors with factory lockbox 

• Forklift pockets for ease of handling and positioning

• ISO and CSC certification for intermodal transport compliance 

Detailed Description

The 40ft full side access container is constructed from Corten steel, a weathering steel grade that forms a stable protective layer when exposed to atmospheric conditions. The side opening configuration, often featuring a pillarless design to provide an unobstructed 40-foot opening, provides access for forklifts and loading equipment . When opened, the effect is comparable to removing the entire side wall .

The high cube configuration provides approximately one foot of additional interior height compared to standard containers, increasing cubic capacity to approximately 76 cubic meters (2,685 cubic feet) . The high cube design is particularly suitable for bulky cargo, tall equipment, and storage applications requiring additional headroom .

Due to the reinforcement required to support the side doors and the associated hardware, the tare weight of this configuration is typically higher than a standard dry container, with a corresponding reduction in payload capacity . The floor system utilizes 28mm marine-grade plywood panels secured to steel cross-members, providing load-bearing capacity for palletized goods and equipment. Each door set includes steel locking bars and hasps.

Technical Specifications

• External Length: 40 ft (12.19 m) 

• External Width: 8 ft (2.44 m) 

• External Height: 9 ft 6 in (2.90 m) 

• Internal Length: 39 ft 5 in (12.03 m) approx. 

• Internal Width: 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) approx. 

• Internal Height: 8 ft 10 in (2.69 m) approx. 

• Side Opening Width: 39 ft 3 in (11.96 m) approx. 

• Approx. Cubic Capacity: 76 m³ (2,685 ft³) 

• Approx. Tare Weight: 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) 

• Max Gross Weight: 30,480 kg (67,200 lbs) 

• Floor Type: 28mm Marine-grade plywood

• Certification: ISO, CSC 

Intended Use

This container is suited for the following applications:

• Loading and unloading of oversized cargo, long materials, and palletized goods 

• On-site storage requiring frequent access to equipment and inventory 

• Retail, event, and mobile workspace conversions 

• Segmented inventory management with multiple access points 

• Project cargo and industrial storage requiring side loading 

Package Includes

• 40ft high cube full side access container

• Full-length side doors with locking hardware

• Double end cargo doors with steel locking bars

• Marine-grade plywood floor

• ISO corner castings (8 total)

• Factory lockbox 

• Forklift pockets (4 positions)

• CSC certification plate