A 20-foot high cube shipping container offers an extra one foot of height compared to a standard 20’ container, measuring 9 feet 6 inches tall instead of the usual 8 feet 6 inches. This additional height provides increased storage capacity and makes it ideal for bulky cargo, taller equipment, or modified spaces requiring extra headroom. Built from Corten steel, these containers are highly durable, weather-resistant, and designed for long-term use. They feature marine-grade plywood flooring, lockable double doors, and weatherproof seals to protect contents from moisture and pests. The high cube design makes these containers a versatile solution for various applications, including secure storage, mobile offices, workshops, and modular construction projects.
Seablox Inc. offers 20-foot high cube shipping containers for sale to suit different needs and budgets. These containers are commonly used in industrial storage, construction sites, and modification projects where extra vertical space is beneficial. Whether for commercial storage, on-site equipment housing, or a custom-built workspace, high cube containers offer added flexibility without significantly increasing the footprint. Seablox ensures that every container meets structural integrity standards, with options for custom modifications, including personnel doors, windows, insulation, and electrical installations. With fast and reliable delivery across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and beyond, Seablox provides quality high cube containers for a variety of needs.
20′ High Cube Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Dimensions:
- Length: 20 feet (6.06 meters)
- Width: 8 feet (2.44 meters)
- Height: 9 feet 6 inches (2.90 meters)
Interior Dimensions:
- Length: 19 feet 4 inches (5.89 meters)
- Width: 7 feet 8 inches (2.34 meters)
- Height: 8 feet 10 inches (2.69 meters)
Door Opening Dimensions:
- Width: 7 feet 8 inches (2.34 meters)
- Height: 8 feet 5 inches (2.56 meters)
Capacity & Weight:
- Internal Volume: 1,320 cubic feet (37.4 cubic meters)
- Tare Weight: ~5,180 lbs (2,350 kg)
- Max Payload: ~62,260 lbs (28,230 kg)
- Max Gross Weight: 67,440 lbs (30,480 kg)
Features
- Venting: A standard shipping container typically comes equipped with two to four passive vents, usually located near the top corners of the sidewalls. These small, louvered vents help facilitate limited air circulation and reduce internal condensation by allowing moisture-laden air to escape.
- Lockbox: A shipping container lockbox is a heavy-duty steel enclosure designed to protect the container’s locking mechanism from theft and tampering. It is welded or bolted onto the container doors, covering the padlock and preventing access to bolt cutters or other tools. Lockboxes significantly enhance security, making it much harder for unauthorized access.
- Floor: standard one-trip shipping container is typically equipped with marine-grade plywood flooring, supported by steel crossmembers underneath. The plywood is usually 28mm (1.1 inches) thick and is treated to be moisture-resistant, durable, and pest-resistant.
- Forklift Pockets: Most 20-foot standard shipping containers come equipped with forklift pockets to allow for easy handling with forklifts or heavy machinery. These pockets are typically located on the bottom side rails of the container and are designed to accommodate standard forklift tines.
- Pocket Width: Approximately 14 inches (35 cm)
- Pocket Height: Around 4.5 inches (11.5 cm)
- Pocket Spacing (Center-to-Center): Approximately 69 inches (175 cm)
- Position: Integrated into the side rails of the container floor
Required Clearances for Delivery
To ensure a successful delivery of your shipping container, it is important to have adequate clearance and space prepared.
- 20 ft. container: 60 ft. of straight clearance is required.
The measurement should be taken from the point where the back of the container will sit.
Additionally, the truck delivering the container will require a total width of 12 feet. To safely drive under any obstacles, 14 feet of vertical clearance is necessary for the truck and container. At the actual delivery site, there should be a vertical clearance of 16-20 feet (depending on the truck and trailer) to ensure a safe tilt-off delivery.
