Shipping container for sale 40’HC IICL

Are you looking for a reliable and spacious shipping container for transport, storage, or as a basis for a construction project? We offer a decommissioned 40′ High Cube container in IICL quality, stored in a container depot in Milan, Italy. It is a proven type that, thanks to its increased height, provides 30 cm more space than a standard container – ideal for bulkier cargo, palletized goods, or for comfortable standing when converting it into a workshop, office, or living space. The container is in perfect technical condition, ready for immediate pickup from the Milan depot in Italy – by yourself, transport is not included in the price.

What is High Cube and Why Choose It

The designation High Cube (HC) means that the container has a height of 9 feet 6 inches (2,896 mm) compared to the standard 8 feet 6 inches (2,591 mm). In practice, this difference means approximately 344 mm of additional interior height, resulting in a total internal volume of over 76 m³. You will especially appreciate the increased height when transporting taller machines, pallets with bulkier goods, or when storing material that would not fit into a regular container. For conversions, you also get a more spacious interior that can be better divided and where you can comfortably stand.

Dimensions, Load Capacity, and Volume of 40’HC

The standard dimensions of a 40′ High Cube container are firmly set by international ISO standards. The external dimensions are:

• length: 12,192 mm (40 ft)
• width: 2,438 mm (8 ft)
• height: 2,896 mm (9 ft 6 in)

The internal dimensions, which are decisive for usable space, are:

• length: 12,032 mm
• width: 2,352 mm
• height: 2,698 mm

The total internal volume of the container reaches approximately 76.4 m³, which is roughly 9 m³ more than the classic 40′ variant. The load capacity (maximum cargo weight) is around 26.5 tons, depending on the exact tare weight of the container. The gross weight of the container with cargo can reach up to 30,480 kg. Thanks to the robust steel construction and moisture-resistant wooden floor, the container is also suitable for heavy industrial use. Dimensions are indicative and may always vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

IICL Quality – What It Means

The container is classified in the IICL category (Institute of International Container Lessors). It is a decommissioned container that has undergone thorough inspection and meets strict standards for further use in both maritime and land transport. In practice, this means:

• an intact, solid construction without punctures and serious corrosion
• functional doors with sealing that does not let water through
• a clean and intact wooden floor without rotten spots
• undamaged roof sheeting and walls
• the container is watertight and ready for immediate use

IICL containers are considered the best choice on the second-hand market – they offer an excellent price-quality ratio and will serve reliably for many years, whether in logistics or when converted into a warehouse, workshop, or mobile facility.

Commonly Available Colours

In the Milan depot, the containers are available in several colour options, most commonly in shades according to the RAL standard:

• RAL 5010 – gentian blue (rich blue)
• RAL 5013 – cobalt blue (darker blue)
• RAL 7016 – anthracite grey (elegant dark grey)

We can tell you the exact current colour on request – the colours and their availability change daily according to the current stock in the depot.

Recommended Uses

The 40′ High Cube container is extremely versatile. In addition to traditional use in maritime and road transport, it is increasingly used for:

• Storage – building materials, seasonal equipment, garden machinery, furniture.
• Workshops and operations – thanks to the HC height, you can comfortably stand in the container, and it can be easily equipped with shelves, lighting, and a workbench.
• Mobile facilities – offices, changing rooms, sanitary units.
• Conversions for living – modern tiny houses, cottages, recreational facilities.

Pickup from the Milan Depot in Italy

Container transport is not included in the price. The customer arranges transport independently, preferably through a local carrier. It is also necessary to arrange the unloading of the container at the destination independently. After the transaction is closed, we will send you all the information needed to pick up the container from the terminal – you will then hand over these documents to the carrier of your choice, who will pick up the container from the depot and deliver it to the location of your choice.

Illustrative photographs used in the offer serve only to give an idea of the type and condition of the container. You will usually receive a different piece than the one in the photograph, but always in the same category of quality, type, and size. We guarantee that the container will meet the IICL standard and will be dimensionally and technically identical to the offered model. For safety reasons, customers are not allowed to enter the depot to inspect the container.

The offered 40′ High Cube container in IICL quality represents an advantageous solution for anyone looking for maximum interior space, reliability, and long service life. Thanks to its strategic location in the Milan depot, it is easily accessible for carriers from all over Europe. Document processing is fast, you can check the colour of the container in advance, and after purchase, you just hand over the information to your carrier. Take this opportunity and get a container that will serve exactly according to your ideas.