40ft High Cube Container - Wind & Water Tight
Older containers retired from active shipping service but still structurally sound and completely weatherproof. NOT certified for international shipping, but perfect for static storage where appearance is secondary to function.
Key Features
- Maximum volume: 2,694 cu ft
- Extra foot of headroom (9'6" tall)
- 100% wind and water tight
- 300 sq ft floor area
- Best value large container
- Functional doors and seals
3-year structural warranty
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
The People’s Choice
The 40ft High Cube WWT is our most popular container - and for good reason. Maximum space, comfortable height, great price, and no paying for certification you won’t use.
Why Everyone Wants This Container
- $2,850 for 2,694 cubic feet = $1.06 per cubic foot
- 8'10" interior height = comfortable standing room
- 300 square feet = serious usable space
- High supply = consistent availability and competitive pricing
Perfect For
- Large Workshops: Woodworking, metalworking, automotive
- Business Storage: Inventory, equipment, materials
- Farm Operations: Equipment, hay, feed, supplies
- Conversion Projects: Offices, studios, guest spaces
- Event Storage: Venues, rentals, seasonal equipment
Why WWT Over CWO?
The 40ft High Cube was designed for international shipping - but once it’s in your yard, that certification is worthless.
| Feature | WWT | CWO |
|---|---|---|
| Weatherproof | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2,694 cu ft | ✓ | ✓ |
| Extra height | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ocean shipping | ✗ | ✓ |
| Price | $2,850 | $3,250 |
Save $400 for identical storage capability.
High Supply Advantage
The 40ft High Cube is the most common container in the world. That means:
- Always in stock
- Competitive pricing due to supply
- Easy to find exact features you want
- Parts/accessories readily available
- Best value per cubic foot
What to Expect
WWT 40ft High Cubes typically show:
- Surface rust (normal for age)
- Various dents and dings
- Faded paint and logos
- Worn flooring
- Possible minor repairs
All cosmetic - still 100% weatherproof and structurally sound.
Conversion Ready
With 8'10" of interior height, you have room for serious buildouts:
- 2" floor insulation/leveling
- 2" ceiling insulation
- Still 8’+ finished ceiling
- Proper room for HVAC, lighting, fixtures
Unlike standard height containers, you won’t be ducking after finishing.
About Wind & Water Tight Condition
What to Expect
Older containers retired from active shipping service but still structurally sound and completely weatherproof. NOT certified for international shipping, but perfect for static storage where appearance is secondary to function.
Typical cosmetic condition:
- Substantial surface rust
- Multiple dents and dings
- Heavily faded paint
- Worn interior flooring
- May show minor repair patches
Ideal For
- On-site permanent storage
- Construction site storage
- Workshops and garages
- Agricultural equipment storage
- Inventory and equipment warehousing
