40ft High Cube Container - As-Is
Containers sold with no guarantees or certifications. May have structural damage, holes, non-functional doors, or other defects. Lowest cost but highest risk - ideal for creative projects, scrap, or major reconstruction.
Key Features
- Maximum volume: 2,694 cu ft
- Extra foot of headroom (9'6" tall)
- Lowest price for 40ft High Cube
- 300 sq ft floor area
- Solid steel frame
- Inspect before purchase
No warranty - sold as-is
Plus our 30-day Satisfaction Swap guarantee. Not happy? Exchange it.
Specifications
External Dimensions
- Length
- 40' 0"
- Width
- 8' 0"
- Height
- 9' 6"
Internal Dimensions
- Length
- 39' 5"
- Width
- 7' 8"
- Height
- 8' 10"
Door Opening
- Width
- 7' 8"
- Height
- 8' 6"
Capacity & Weight
- Cubic Capacity
- 2,694 cu ft
- Max Payload
- 58,600 lbs
- Tare Weight
- 8,820 lbs
Maximum Space, Minimum Investment
If you need 300 square feet with extra headroom and don’t mind doing repairs, the 40ft High Cube As-Is offers the largest container at the lowest price point.
When 40ft High Cube As-Is Makes Sense
Consider this option if you:
- Plan Significant Modifications: Cutting walls, adding windows/doors
- Need the Structure: Using frame for major build
- Have Serious Repair Skills: Can handle large-scale welding
- Want Maximum Savings: $650 less than WWT
When to Upgrade
40ft High Cube As-Is is NOT right if you:
- Need reliable weather protection
- Can’t do extensive repairs
- Want any warranty
- Need the space ready soon
For those needs, the WWT version at $2,850 is worth every penny.
The As-Is Reality at 40ft Scale
This is the largest container we sell As-Is. That means:
- More Surface Area: More potential holes to find
- 40 Feet of Floor: More spots for damage
- Big Door: More wear from heavy use
- Major Repairs: Can be correspondingly larger
- No Guarantees: Sold in current condition
The Math
| Repair Level | As-Is + Repairs | WWT |
|---|---|---|
| Light | $2,200 + $400 = $2,600 | $2,850 |
| Moderate | $2,200 + $700 = $2,900 | $2,850 |
| Heavy | $2,200 + $1,000+ = $3,200+ | $2,850 |
Break-even: ~$650 in repairs
Perfect For
- Large-Scale Art: Major installations, sculptures
- Complete Rebuilds: Stripping to frame anyway
- Structural Projects: Using steel skeleton only
- Experienced Teams: With commercial repair capability
Inspection Essential
With 300 square feet of walls, roof, and floor plus extra height, there’s a lot to assess. Visit our Tulsa yard to inspect before purchase - we’ll walk you through every issue.
Consider the Project Scope
40ft As-Is containers can make sense for certain projects, but consider:
- Do you have the equipment for large repairs?
- Is your timeline flexible for unexpected fixes?
- Is the savings worth the uncertainty?
- Would WWT let you start your project sooner?
Sometimes paying $650 more for WWT gets your project done faster and with less risk.
About As-Is Condition
What to Expect
Containers sold with no guarantees or certifications. May have structural damage, holes, non-functional doors, or other defects. Lowest cost but highest risk - ideal for creative projects, scrap, or major reconstruction.
Typical cosmetic condition:
- Heavy rust throughout
- Possible holes in walls or floor
- Significant structural dents
- Doors may not seal properly
- Floor damage likely
Ideal For
- DIY conversion projects
- Art installations
- Music venues or studios
- Major reconstruction projects
- Scrap metal recycling
