A High Cube containers (short form "HC") is 2.896 mm high on the outside, while the standard container measures 2.591 mm. Length and width are identical. Inside, the clear height is around 2.695 mm instead of 2.390 mm.
The extra 30 cm make the difference for conversions: after 6–8 cm of interior insulation, the High Cube still has comfortable standing height, while it gets tight in a standard container. The High Cube is also often the right choice for palletised goods stacked high or for bulky machinery. High Cubes are available in 20 ft and 40 ft versions; the 40 ft version is the most commonly built container type worldwide.
All dimensions compared: Container dimensions and sizes. For buying: Buy a 40 ft container.
Last updated: 8 September 2026 · Editor: Coin Container Team, Hamburg