Extra height for bulky cargo dimensions, capacity, and use cases
What is a 40 Foot High Cube?
A 40 foot High Cube (HC) container is similar to a standard 40ft but with additional internal height. It’s ideal for lighter, bulky shipments that benefit from the extra vertical clearance. High Cubes are widely used in sea freight and integrate smoothly with UK container haulage and warehouse operations.
Dimensions and Capacity
| Spec | 40ft High Cube |
|---|---|
| External (L × W × H) | 12.19 m × 2.44 m × 2.90 m |
| Internal (L × W × H) | 12.03 m × 2.35 m × 2.69 m |
| Internal Volume | ~75–76 m³ |
| Typical Max Payload | Up to ~28,000 kg (route dependent) |
| Typical Pallet Count | ~23–24 Euro or ~20–21 UK pallets |
What Fits Inside
The extra height helps with stacked cartons, tall retail displays, racking components, and other space-hungry but lighter items. Pallet counts are similar to a standard 40ft, but loading is easier for tall cargo.
When to Choose a 40ft High Cube
- Your cargo is volume-limited rather than weight-limited.
- You need additional vertical clearance for tall items or stacked cartons.
- You want flexibility for both ocean leg and UK inland delivery.
How Clintopia Helps
We move 40ft High Cubes end-to-end. For deep sea movements, visit our Sea Freight service. For UK port collection and delivery to or from your site, visit Container Haulage. We plan routes, timings, and paperwork to keep your supply chain moving.
For complete door-to-door coordination, see our Freight Forwarding service.
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