Brand New · Side Open · High Cube
Equipped with full-length side doors for maximum cargo accessibility. The side-opening design allows forklifts and handling equipment to load and unload cargo directly from the side, significantly improving operational efficiency[reference:7].
EXTERNAL LENGTH
40 ft 12,192 mm
EXTERNAL HEIGHT (HC)
9 ft 6 in 2,896 mm
INTERNAL CAPACITY
Approx. 76.2 m³ 2,691 cu ft
Typical Technical Specifications
External: 12,192 × 2,438 × 2,896 mm (40ft × 8ft × 9ft 6in)[reference:8][reference:9]
Internal: Approx. 12,030 × 2,350 × 2,690 mm[reference:10][reference:11]
Rear Door Opening: Approx. 2,340 × 2,585 mm[reference:12][reference:13]
Side Opening: Approx. 11,960 × 2,600 mm[reference:14]
Maximum Gross Weight: 30,480 kg / 67,200 lbs[reference:15][reference:16]
Tare Weight: Approx. 5,850–6,100 kg / 12,897–13,448 lbs[reference:17]
Maximum Payload: Approx. 24,500 kg / 54,013 lbs[reference:18]
Structure: Corten steel or equivalent weathering steel[reference:19]
Condition: Brand New (One-Trip)
● Palletized cargo and forklift-accessible loading[reference:20]
● Oversized industrial equipment and machinery[reference:21]
● Exhibitions, events, and mobile storage solutions
● Construction sites and warehouse operations
Dimensions and capacity shown above are typical reference values for a 40ft High Cube Side Open container. Actual dimensions, tare weight, payload, maximum gross weight, condition and CSC validity must be confirmed against the individual container, inspection report, approved technical drawing and CSC plate.
Brand New · Full Side Open · ISO & CSC Certified
A brand new 40ft High Cube container featuring full-length side doors for maximum cargo accessibility[reference:22]. The side-opening design allows forklifts and handling equipment to load and unload cargo directly from the side without entering through the end doors, significantly improving operational efficiency and reducing labor time by up to 70%[reference:23]. The High Cube (HC) configuration provides an additional 30 cm of interior height compared to standard containers. Built from high-strength Corten steel with a marine-grade plywood floor, this container is fully ISO and CSC certified[reference:24].
● Type: 40ft High Cube Side Open Container (HC FSA DC)[reference:25]
● Condition: Brand New (One-Trip)[reference:26]
● ISO Code: 45G2[reference:27][reference:28]
● Certification: ISO 1496-1 · CSC Plated[reference:29][reference:30]
● Door Configuration: Full-length side doors + standard rear double doors[reference:31]
● Cosmetic Condition: Factory-fresh, no cosmetic wear
● External: 12,192 × 2,438 × 2,896 mm (40ft × 8ft × 9ft 6in)[reference:32][reference:33]
● Internal: Approx. 12,030 × 2,350 × 2,690 mm[reference:34][reference:35]
● Rear Door Opening: Approx. 2,340 × 2,585 mm[reference:36][reference:37]
● Side Opening: Approx. 11,960 × 2,600 mm[reference:38]
● Internal Capacity: Approx. 76.2 CU.M / 2,691 CU.FT[reference:39]
● Reference Maximum Gross: 30,480 kg / 67,200 lbs[reference:40][reference:41]
● Reference Tare: Approx. 5,850–6,100 kg / 12,897–13,448 lbs[reference:42]
● Reference Payload: Approx. 24,500 kg / 54,013 lbs[reference:43]
● Full-Length Side Access: Bi-fold side doors providing nearly 40ft of clear opening[reference:44]
● Reinforced Structure: Roof and floor reinforced to support side door weight and maintain structural integrity[reference:45]
● High Cube Clearance: 2.6m side opening height accommodating oversized machinery[reference:46]
● Flooring: 28 mm marine-grade plywood
● Palletized Cargo and Forklift-Accessible Loading[reference:47]
● Oversized Industrial Equipment and Machinery[reference:48]
● Exhibitions, Events, and Mobile Storage Solutions
● Construction Sites and Warehouse Operations
Photographs and specifications are representative. Actual condition, markings, dimensions, weights and CSC validity must be confirmed for the individual container.
40ft HC Side Open Reference Specifications
| External Dimensions (L × W × H) mm |
12,192 × 2,438 × 2,896 mm (40ft × 8ft × 9ft 6in)[reference:49][reference:50] |
Internal Dimensions (L × W × H) mm |
Approx. 12,030 × 2,350 × 2,690 mm[reference:51][reference:52] |
| Rear Door Opening (W × H) mm |
Approx. 2,340 × 2,585 mm[reference:53][reference:54] | Side Opening (W × H) mm |
Approx. 11,960 × 2,600 mm[reference:55] |
| Internal Capacity | Approx. 76.2 CU.M / 2,691 CU.FT[reference:56] | ISO Code | 45G2[reference:57] |
| Reference Tare Weight | Approx. 5,850–6,100 kg / 12,897–13,448 lbs[reference:58] | Reference Max Gross | 30,480 kg / 67,200 lbs[reference:59][reference:60] |
| Reference Payload | Approx. 24,500 kg / 54,013 lbs[reference:61] | Certification | ISO 1496-1 · CSC Plated[reference:62] |
Reference values only. Actual tare, payload, maximum gross weight and CSC status must be verified from the individual container's CSC plate.
Structural Overview – Side Open Container
| S/N | Component | Brand New Side Open Condition Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Corner Castings | Serviceable for normal lifting, handling and stacking operations |
| 2 | Side Door Frames | Fully welded frames; bi-fold doors open and close correctly[reference:70] |
| 3 | Reinforced Roof | Watertight with no leakage; reinforced to support side door system[reference:71] |
| 4 | Side Door Seals | Serviceable for wind and watertight protection |
| 5 | Reinforced Floor | 28 mm marine-grade plywood; reinforced for structural integrity[reference:72] |
| 6 | Rear Cargo Doors | Operational and capable of closing and securing correctly |
| 7 | Locking Gear | Locking bars, handles and retainers remain operational |
| 8 | Side Panels | Factory-new condition; no dents, scratches or repairs |
| 9 | Understructure | Cross members and supporting structure operationally serviceable |
| 10 | CSC / ISO Compliance | Valid CSC plate and ISO 1496-1 certification[reference:73][reference:74] |
This table describes general brand new side open container condition expectations. Final acceptance is subject to inspection of the individual container.
What is a Side Open container?
A Side Open container features full-length bi-fold doors along the entire side, providing nearly 40ft of clear opening for cargo access[reference:75]. The side-opening design allows forklifts and handling equipment to load and unload cargo directly from the side without entering through the end doors[reference:76].
What are the advantages of a Side Open container?
The main advantages include full-length side access for forklift loading, reduced labor time by up to 70%[reference:77],ability to load oversized cargo that cannot fit through standard doors, and the High Cube height providing 8' 1" side opening clearance for tall machinery[reference:78].
What is the ISO code for a Side Open container?
The 40ft High Cube Side Open container has the ISO code 45G2, which designates a 40ft High Cube container with a fully openable side wall[reference:79].
What certifications does a new Side Open container have?
New Side Open containers are fully ISO 1496-1 certified and CSC plated, meeting international standards for safe shipping and transport[reference:80][reference:81]. They are constructed from Corten steel with marine-grade plywood flooring.
What are typical applications for a Side Open container?
Side Open containers are ideal for palletized cargo and forklift-accessible loading[reference:82],oversized industrial equipment and machinery[reference:83],exhibitions and events, mobile storage solutions, and construction site operations.