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Cargo-worthy20 ftRef. CB-20HC-OCC-CW

20ft High Cube cargo-worthy shipping container

Request a 20ft High Cube container inspected for freight use; confirm the actual unit and documents.

External
6.058 × 2.438 × 2.896 m

Our container sale price

Price on request

Delivery and offloading must be included in your quotation: Request delivered price. Delivery to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland is subject to postcode and access confirmation.

Availability on request: the catalogue does not represent live stock.

Request current photos and a condition report for the proposed unit.

Enquiry terms: a request is not an order and no payment is taken.

  • External height 2.90 m: 30.5 cm more than a standard
  • Freight suitability requires current inspection and carrier acceptance
  • Request CSC plate and current examination details
  • Normal signs of use: dents, scratches and surface rust possible.

20ft container dimensions and specifications

Standard external dimensions and indicative internal dimensions, door openings and weights from reference specifications. These values do not describe one identified sale unit. Obtain the actual unit specification before agreeing to buy.

Reference specifications: 20ft High Cube cargo-worthy; confirm the actual unit
External length6.058 m
External width2.438 m
External height2.896 m
ISO 668 rating ceiling (not unit capacity)36,000 kg

The ISO 668 rating ceiling is not the capacity of the unit offered. Do not calculate a payload by subtracting the indicative tare from that ceiling. Obtain the actual unit's plate and specification for its tare, maximum gross mass and permitted payload, and confirm its current condition before loading or lifting.

Price and delivered quotation

Request a quotation in GBP including applicable VAT, delivery, offloading and any mandatory charges. Availability and the total depend on the proposed unit, postcode and site access. An enquiry does not place an order.

Compare 20ft container conditions

Compare our sale prices for this nominal size and container type in different conditions. Prices are shown including and excluding VAT at 20%. Delivery and offloading are extra. Confirm the specification, availability and full delivered total for the proposed unit.

Comparison of conditions and sale prices for the 20ft container
ConditionPrice ex VATPrice inc VATEx VAT differenceWatertightnessFreight suitability
20ft High Cube one-trip container£2,460 excl. VAT£2,952 incl. VAT—Confirm unit conditionNot established by this grade
Cargo-worthyOn requestOn requestThis modelConfirm unit conditionInspection, CSC and carrier checks
Used 20ft High Cube wind and watertight containerOn requestOn request—Confirm unit conditionNot established by this grade

Is this container right for your project?

20ft High Cube cargo-worthy container enquiry. The grade describes intended freight suitability, not a guarantee of a particular unit. Before shipping, confirm a current inspection, CSC examination status and carrier acceptance. Dimensions are reference values; obtain the offered unit specification.

Storage for equipment and stock

Just over 6 m long, this size can suit furniture, site tools or business stock. Measure what you need to store and allow room for access. Confirm the required capacity, delivery access and condition.

An extra 30 cm of height

The High Cube measures 2.90 m high instead of 2.59 m. These extra 30.5 cm can help with tall loads or a conversion. Check the door opening and the internal headroom left after any floor, ceiling and insulation work.

Cargo-worthy: verify inspection

Ask for the actual unit’s inspection report, CSC plate and examination status. A cargo-worthy label alone does not confirm acceptance for your shipment or a fixed remaining service life.

20ft container delivery: access and offloading

Enquire about delivery to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Coverage, lead time, transport and offloading charges depend on the postcode and site assessment. Request delivered price and confirm the full amount before agreeing to buy. Islands, remote locations and Northern Ireland may require separate transport arrangements.

Allow for a footprint of about 6.06 × 2.44 m, door opening and the proposed vehicle and lifting equipment. Ask the delivery team to assess gate width, turning space, overhead obstructions, ground bearing capacity and outrigger space. Confirm the actual unit weight and lifting points; access and crane reach cannot be approved from container dimensions alone.

  1. 1. Your request“Request delivered price”, “Request a quote” or “Discuss your requirements”: you provide the delivery postcode and town, and your contact details.
  2. 2. Our confirmationRequest confirmation of the actual unit, contracting seller, availability, full delivered price and terms in a written quotation.
  3. 3. DeliveryReview the full quotation and the seller’s terms before agreeing to buy. Confirm site suitability and delivery arrangements separately.

Questions about the 20ft High Cube cargo-worthy container

What is the price of a 20ft High Cube cargo-worthy container?
Request a quotation in GBP including applicable VAT, delivery, offloading and any mandatory charges. Availability and the total depend on the proposed unit, postcode and site access. An enquiry does not place an order.
Where do you deliver, and how much does delivery cost?
You can enquire about delivery to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland; availability must be confirmed for your postcode. Delivery and unloading costs depend on your postcode, lorry access and unloading method. Ask for a written quotation including applicable VAT, delivery, offloading and any mandatory charges after access and the planned location have been checked. Remote locations, islands and Northern Ireland may require a separate transport arrangement.
What needs to be prepared on site?
Agree load-bearing ground, foundations or supports, vehicle access and the unloading plan with the supplier and a competent site professional. Mention overhead power lines, narrow gates, slopes and buried services. A generic footprint is not a foundation design or lift plan.
Can I see the container before confirming?
Request recent photos and, where possible, an inspection of the proposed unit before agreeing to buy. For a used container, they show the real condition of the doors, floor and walls.
Cargo-worthy, wind and watertight used or as-is: what's the difference?
Cargo-worthy describes a unit offered for freight use: verify inspection, current CSC examination status and carrier acceptance. WWT describes wind and watertight storage condition, not shipping certification. As-is means condition needs careful assessment; ask for a written report. Applicable consumer rights still apply.
Will a High Cube fit everywhere?
It measures 2.90 m high when on the ground; on a lorry, the overall height exceeds that of a standard container. Check covered passages, branches and lines on the access route.

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