What Are 45’ High-Cube Shipping Containers? Description, Features, Dimensions & Capacity, Uses & Benefits

What are 45 feet high cube shipping containers? 

The 45’ high-cube containers are the largest range of high-cube variants. Like their siblings which are 20’ and 40’ HC containers, the 45’ high-cube shipping containers are made of Corten steel construction and manufactured to ISO standardization. These 45-foot containers have an additional one foot in height, making them have higher capacity. They are ideal storage units for transporting bulky dry cargo that is light and voluminous. Some examples are furniture, cotton, and equipment to name a few. 

 What are the key features of 45′ feet high cube shipping containers? 

Like standard containers, these 45 ft HC ranges are durable intermodal containers thanks to high-quality steel structures. These units feature corrugated walls, multiple lashing rings, forklift pockets, plywood flooring, a secure lockbox, and an additional height of 30.5 centimeters.  The 45 ft high-cube containers can carry 24 standard pallets and 27 EU pallets. 

What are their dimensions and capacity? 

These largest HC containers have extraordinary external dimensions of 45 ft (13.7 m) long x 8 ft (2.4 m) wide x 9 ft 6 inches (2.9 m) tall. In detail, the 45’ high-cube containers have a maximum gross weight of 32.500 kgs (71.650 lbs), tare weight of 4.750 kgs (10.470 lbs), NET payload capacity of 27.750 kgs (61180 lbs), and cubic capacity of 86.0 CU.M. (3.040 CU.FT.) 

 What are the uses and benefits of 45 ft HC shipping containers? 

Not only are the 45 ft high-cube containers perfect for storing and transporting all kinds of bulky dry cargo, but they can be repurposed for architecture applications. Because these HC containers have extra headspace of one foot, they can accommodate the storing of overheight cargo like sculptures or statues, to name a few. Beyond storage and shipping applications, the 45 ft HC containers are popular among developers, architects, and individuals. They buy new or used 45’ HC shipping containers for sale and turn them into endless architecture applications like restaurants, accommodation units, retail spaces, and anything in between.Their additional one foot in height provides extra ceiling space for placing an air conditioner or a ceiling fan. Their steel construction serves as durable and robust building materials. Not to mention, to create your unique specifications, it is easy to modify 45 ft HC containers with accessories like shelving, extra functional doors and windows, and lighting.  

 Are you interested in buying 45 ft HC shipping containers? Tradecorp has new or used 45’ HC shipping containers for sale that are available to be purchased. Just fill out the quote, and our team will contact you to discuss your requirements. 

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