A high cube shipping container is a taller version of the standard shipping container—offering an extra foot in height that creates more usable space without a larger footprint. These containers are particularly popular across Western Australia due to their versatility, transport options, and cost-effective potential for modification, storage, or conversion into custom structures.

Need a new or used high cube container delivered fast—without the runaround? If you’re looking to simplify your project logistics, save space on-site, or create a custom portable solution without compromising security or quality, a high cube shipping container might be exactly what you need. Contact ABC Containers today and choose from a wide range of new and used high cube shipping containers for sale and hire.

What Is a High Cube Container and Who Needs One?

A high cube container, sometimes called a cube shipping container, is built to the same length and width as a standard shipping container but includes an extra foot of internal height—measuring 9.6 feet tall externally. This additional height makes high cube containers a go-to solution for businesses and individuals who need more internal volume, bigger dimensions, or want to modify used or new shipping containers into specialised spaces.

These shipping containers are ideal for:

  • Construction companies needing additional clearance and dimensions for equipment and shelving

  • Project managers requiring portable offices, storage rooms for dangerous or perishable goods, or training spaces

  • Farmers storing oversized machinery or feed on rural blocks

  • Builders converting shipping containers into workshops, site rooms, kitchens, or bars

  • Homeowners designing granny flats or custom accommodation units

In Western Australia, where terrains vary and site conditions can be complex, high cube containers deliver practical, secure, and scalable solutions—especially when paired with the right delivery equipment, such as tilt tray or side loader trucks.

High Cube vs. Standard Containers: A Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature Standard Container High Cube Container
External Height 8.6 feet 9.6 feet (extra foot)
Internal Volume (40ft unit) Approx. 67.5 cubic metres Approx. 76 cubic metres
Suitable for Modification Moderate High (custom offices, shops)
Best for General freight and storage Taller items, conversions
Delivery Options Tilt tray, side loader Tilt tray, side loader

Choosing between these depends on your space constraints, required internal capacity, and whether your project will involve modifying the container for specialised use like accommodation, site offices, dangerous goods storage, or portable workshops.

High Cube Container Sizes: 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft Explained

20' GP can be stacked 6 high to save space

High cube containers come in multiple sizes. Each container size suits a different range of applications across industries like construction, mining, logistics, hospitality, or residential development.

20ft High Cube Container

  • External Dimensions: 6.06m L x 2.44m W x 2.89m H

  • Internal Volume: Approximately 37 cubic metres

  • Useful for small sites, workshops, or converting into standalone kiosks, retail spaces, or pop-up kitchens.

40ft High Cube Container

  • External Dimensions: 12.2m L x 2.44m W x 2.89m H

  • Internal Volume: Approximately 76 cubic metres

  • The most popular shipping container in WA for custom builds, including portable ablution blocks, office rooms, and modular site units.

45ft High Cube Container

  • External Dimensions: 13.7m L x 2.44m W x 2.89m H

  • Rare, but ideal shipping containers for large-scale projects requiring even more space per unit without stacking or expanding the site footprint.

Each high cube container type is built from durable steel and offers lockable, weatherproof security—making them suitable for both short-term and long-term use across Australia’s unique climates and industries.

How to Know If a High Cube Container Is Right for Your Project

Not every project needs the extra height, but when it does, it can make all the difference. A high cube container is the right solution if:

  • You need to store large or tall goods such as racks, air conditioning units, or modular equipment

  • You’re modifying the shipping container into a workspace and require space for insulation, lighting, or air flow

  • You want to future-proof your shipping container with features like mezzanine shelving or solar installations

  • You’re operating from a site with limited floor space but vertical room to spare

  • You require additional clearance for forklifts or palletised goods

If any of these apply, it may be time to contact our team and explore the right shipping container type, container modification scope, and container delivery plan for your block, job site, or property. At ABC Containers, we offer a wide range of high-quality shipping containers for sale and hire.

3-Step Process to Get Your High Cube Container

20ft High Cube Refrigerated Container

  • 1

    Get in touch
    Contact our team of container experts to define your requirements, receive accurate quotes, and confirm container availability.

  • 2

    Choose your service
    Select from our range of shipping containers for sale, custom builds, or container hire services. Decide on any add-ons such as shelving, insulation, or electrical modifications.

  • 3

    Fast delivery and placement
    We arrange container delivery using tilt tray or side loader vehicles, ensuring safe placement—whether it’s a suburban driveway or a regional construction block.

5 Key Advantages of High Cube Containers (That Save Time & Space)

  • More room for storage or modification
    The extra foot in height creates additional vertical space for racking systems, shelving, or air flow systems—making it more practical for storage of goods or shipping container conversions.

  • Greater modification flexibility
    Builders, trades, and commercial operators love the extra ceiling height when turning containers into offices, kitchens, or pop-up cafes. It provides more room for insulation, lights, fans, or air conditioning systems.

  • Better air circulation and temperature regulation
    High cube shipping containers allow for more effective passive ventilation, which is essential when storing sensitive goods or creating habitable rooms.

  • Improved aesthetics for custom projects
    Whether you’re building a retail kiosk, remote accommodation, or modular bar, the added height of a high cube container creates a better internal feel, especially when fitted with doors, windows, or full-height glass panels.

  • Space efficiency on your block
    With more storage per square metre of site area, high cube shipping containers offer a cost-effective way to get more use out of limited land, especially in urban or tight-access locations.

Use Cases for High Cube Containers: From Construction to Storage

High cube shipping containers are used in nearly every industry in Western Australia. Here are some of the most common applications:

  • Construction sites: Secure storage, temporary offices, and lunch rooms built to suit fast-moving project schedules.

  • Mining and industrial: Accommodation units, site offices, laboratories, and dangerous goods storage containers.

  • Agriculture and farming: Feed storage, machinery storage, or water-resistant tool rooms—delivered directly to rural or remote properties.

  • Retail and hospitality: Pop-up kitchens, bars, and cafes built using modified shipping containers with built-in windows, ventilation, and power access.

  • Education and community: Custom portable classrooms, first aid rooms, and training blocks for flexible deployments on school grounds or rural locations.

These high cube shipping containers also suit government and commercial tenders requiring modular, transportable infrastructure that complies with safety, water, and insulation regulations.

High Cube Container Costs in 2025

Pricing for high cube shipping containers depends on condition, size, modification level, and transport needs. Below is a general overview based on current WA market rates.

Type Estimated Price Range (AUD)
New 20ft High Cube $5,500 – $6,800
Used 20ft High Cube $3,500 – $4,800
New 40ft High Cube $7,500 – $9,500
Used 40ft High Cube $5,000 – $6,800
Modified High Cube Container Price on application

All quotes include container inspection and delivery coordination. We offer flexible shipping container purchase or hire options with transparent terms, clear delivery timelines, and support for on-site placement using standard tilt tray or side loader equipment.

Your High Cube Container Questions, Answered (FAQs)

Are high cube containers available for hire?
Yes. We offer both short-term and long-term hire options for high cube shipping containers, including delivery, pickup, and optional modifications.

What container delivery options are available?
We use tilt tray trucks for straightforward container placements and standard side loader vehicles for tighter sites or where containers need to be positioned precisely alongside fences, walls, or blocks.

Can I build a room or workspace in a high cube container?
Yes. These containers are ideal for room conversions such as offices, kitchen facilities, training rooms, and ablution blocks. Our team can customise the layout, insulation, lighting, doors, and windows.

Are these containers waterproof and secure?
At ABC Containers, all our containers are wind and watertight, lockable, and built with heavy-duty steel suitable for Australian conditions. Lockboxes and custom doors are available for added protection.

Can I place a container on my verge or block?
It depends on local council guidelines. For temporary placements, most councils are flexible, but permanent installations may require approval. We can help clarify what’s needed.

Ready to Buy or Hire a High Cube Container?

20ft High Cube Dangerous Goods Container with heavy duty shelving

Want a hassle-free high cube container storage, delivered on your terms? ABC Containers is your trusted local partner in Western Australia for shipping container sales, container hire, container transport, and container modifications. Whether you need a standard 20ft or 40ft high cube unit, converted kitchen, portable room, or something completely custom—we’re ready to help.

  • Fast delivery and expert placement

  • Full range of high cube containers in stock

  • Customised container solutions built to spec

  • No hidden delivery fees or fine print

  • 100% WA owned and operated

Contact our team at ABC Containers today, request your quote, and get the job done right—without delays, extra costs, or stress.