New 1-Trip 40ft Blue High Cube Container 001078-8 –12m Extra Height Storage Unit
Maximize your storage capacity and logistics efficiency with the 40-foot (12m) Blue High Cube Shipping Container (Unit 001078-8). This brand-new, one-trip container combines the rugged durability of premium Corten steel with the critical advantage of extra interior height-approximately one foot (30 cm) taller than a standard 40ft container. This design delivers 76.4 m³ of usable storage volume, representing about 13% more space than a standard 40ft container .
Finished in a classic industrial blue, this container is ideal for high-volume cargo, bulky equipment, and modular conversions. Built and certified to the highest international standards, this container guarantees structural integrity and watertightness for long-term reliability.
Technical Profile & Dimensions
Model Designation: 001078-8
Condition: New / 1-Trip (Factory-grade condition; minimal handling)
Container Type: 40ft High Cube (Dry Container)
External Dimensions (L x W x H): 12.192 x 2.438 x 2.896 m
Internal Dimensions (L x W x H): 12.032 x 2.352 x 2.698 m
Door Opening (W x H): 2.340 x 2.585 m
Storage Capacity: 76.4 m³ (approx. 2,698 cubic feet)
Maximum Gross Weight (MGW): 30,480 kg
Container Weight (Tare): 3,940 kg
Maximum Net Payload: 26,540 kg
Exterior Finish: Industrial Blue
Premium Engineering & Build Quality
Extra Height Capacity: The High Cube design provides approximately 30 cm of additional interior height, allowing for the storage of taller items, improved stacking of palletized goods, and comfortable interior access for conversions .
Weather-Resistant Corten Steel: Manufactured from high-tensile, corrosion-resistant steel specifically formulated to endure harsh environmental conditions and saltwater exposure, ensuring a long service life .
Industrial-Grade Wood Flooring: Features heavy-duty, treated marine-grade plywood flooring capable of withstanding heavy point loads and standard forklift traffic .
Double-Door Access with Locking Bars: Equipped with rear double doors that open fully, allowing for unobstructed loading of bulky pallets and oversized machinery. Secured with robust locking bars and a lockbox for enhanced security .
Integrated Ventilation: Features passive ventilation grilles to promote airflow and reduce internal moisture buildup, protecting cargo from condensation .
Advantages
Premium Visual Appeal: The blue finish provides a clean, professional appearance suitable for corporate environments and commercial use.
Maximum Capacity: The HC design provides approximately 13% more volume than a standard 40ft container (76.4 m³ vs 67.7 m³), making it ideal for lightweight, high-volume cargo .
Exceptional Accessibility: The extra headroom (2.70 m internal height) allows for comfortable entry and efficient loading/unloading.
Pallet Capacity: Accommodates up to 23–24 Euro pallets (1.2m x 0.8m) or 20–21 standard pallets (1.2m x 1.0m) in a single layer .
Versatile Utility: Functions equally well as a static storage vault, a mobile cargo unit, or a spacious base for conversions (e.g., site offices, workshops, pop-up retail spaces).
Zero-Maintenance Durability: The self-protecting nature of Corten steel minimizes the need for regular painting or extensive rust treatment, significantly reducing long-term ownership costs.
Global Logistics Compatibility: Standard ISO dimensions and CSC certification ensure seamless integration with all truck chassis, railcars, and ship cell guides.
Recommended Applications
Commercial & Industrial Storage: An immediate and secure solution for retail overflow, e-commerce fulfillment, automotive parts, and construction material storage.
Import/Export Freight: Optimized for sea, rail, and road transit for high-volume cargo shipments.
Modular Site Infrastructure: Serves as a robust base for mobile site offices, equipment lockers, or secure storage on construction sites.
Temporary Event Infrastructure: A secure, weatherproof space for festival cash handling, premium exhibition displays, VIP lounges, and catering preparation areas.
Conversion Projects: The extra headroom makes it an ideal foundation for creative conversions such as workshops, studios, pop-up retail units, and living spaces.
Inspection & Certification
CSC Safety Approved: Complies with all International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) regulations, ensuring it is safe for lifting and stacking in maritime environments .
Structural Integrity Verified: Unit 001078-8 has undergone rigorous inspection to ensure the frame, roof, and floor are sound and watertight.
Important Delivery Information: This 40ft HC unit is delivered via tilt-tray, flatbed truck, or side-loader. Please ensure your delivery site has adequate clearance for the container's dimensions (particularly the external height of approximately 2.9m) and lifting equipment.
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- Delivery, Returns & Warranty
Service area: Nationwide delivery across South Africa.
Lead time and delivery: Delivery within 2–5 working days nationwide in South Africa. Delivery cost depends on your location. Please provide accurate delivery details before completing order.
Warranty: 3 years





