A one trip 20ft high cube container is a near-new 20ft container with an extra foot of height. It has made a single loaded voyage from the factory, so the panels are straight, the paint is fresh and the door seals have plenty of life left. Prime Cargo Box sells this one trip 20ft high cube container wind and watertight and CSC plated, at a lower price than a factory-new unit.
The 20ft high cube is a fairly specialist size, so near-new stock moves quickly. Below is what one trip means, the full specification, and the practical advice we give every customer before delivery.
What Is a One Trip 20ft High Cube Container?
New containers are built in a small number of large factories. To avoid moving them empty, owners fill them with export cargo for their first journey. After that cargo is unloaded, many containers are sold locally. Because it has only carried one load, the container is called one trip.
High cube means it is 9 ft 6 in tall rather than the standard 8 ft 6 in, giving about 2.69 m of clear internal height. A one trip 20ft high cube container therefore offers near-new condition, a compact 20ft footprint and roughly 12% more volume than a standard twenty.
One Trip 20ft High Cube Container Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Container type | 20ft high cube dry container (20′ HC) |
| Condition | One trip, near new |
| External length | 20 ft (6.06 m) |
| External width | 8 ft (2.44 m) |
| External height | 9 ft 6 in (2.90 m) |
| Internal length | Approx. 19 ft 4 in (5.90 m) |
| Internal width | Approx. 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) |
| Internal height | Approx. 8 ft 10 in (2.69 m) |
| Door opening | Approx. 7 ft 8 in wide x 8 ft 5 in high (2.34 x 2.58 m) |
| Cubic capacity | Approx. 1,320 cu ft (37.4 m³) |
| Tare weight | Approx. 5,070 lbs (2,300 kg) |
| Maximum gross weight | Typically 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg) |
| Payload | Approx. 62,130 lbs (28,180 kg) |
| Construction | Corten steel, corrugated walls and roof |
| Floor | Marine-grade plywood |
| Doors | Double cargo doors at one end, four locking bars |
| Certification | CSC safety approval plate |
Weights vary slightly between factories. We confirm the plate figures of the exact unit on your quote.
Condition to Expect
- Straight walls and roof with no repairs
- Original factory paint, possibly with a few scuffs from handling
- Clean floor with light forklift marks at most
- Doors that open easily and seal fully
- Original owner’s logo and container number may still be visible
The container number and owner code are registered with the Bureau International des Containers, the same system used for every intermodal container in world trade. The markings don’t affect use, and we can paint them over on request.
Why Buy a One Trip 20ft High Cube Container?
You get three advantages at once. The compact 20ft size fits sites where a 40ft won’t. The high cube height gives room for tall shelving, stacked pallets and equipment that won’t go under a standard roof. And the one trip condition means years of low-maintenance service without paying the full new price.
It is also an excellent shell for conversions. Clean, straight walls are easier to cut, frame and line than a used box, and the extra height leaves a comfortable ceiling once insulation is fitted.
Popular Uses
Customers buy a one trip 20ft high cube container for jobs like these:
- Garden and farm storage for tall machinery
- Builders’ stores for scaffolding, ladders and tools
- Small offices, studios and workshops
- Shop stock rooms with full-height shelving
- Shipping lighter, bulky goods overseas
Our container modification service can add windows, doors, vents, insulation and electrics before delivery.
Making the Most of the Height
The extra 30 cm changes what fits. In a one trip 20ft high cube container, light pallets with loads around 1.2 m tall will usually stack two high, which roughly doubles the number of pallet positions for bulky goods. Shelving can run to 2.4 m or more, so you use the full wall instead of leaving dead space above head height. Tall items like scaffolding towers, ride-on mowers with roll bars and upright ladders can stand without being laid flat.
Weight is still the limit to keep in mind. The payload of about 28 tonnes is the same as a standard 20ft, so for dense goods such as tiles, steel or bagged cement the extra height adds little. For anything light and bulky, it makes a real difference.
Planning a Conversion
A one trip 20ft high cube container makes a very good site office, garden studio or workshop. After fitting 50 to 75 mm of insulation and a ceiling lining, you still have more than 2.4 m of headroom. Decide where windows and personnel doors go before ordering, keep openings away from the corner posts, and have the frame reinforced around each cut. Think about ventilation if the space will be occupied, and plan the electrical layout while the walls are still bare.
Compare 20ft High Cube Grades
| Grade | Condition | Price |
|---|---|---|
| New | Unmarked, never used | Highest |
| One trip | One voyage, near new | Middle |
| Used | Years in service, visible wear | Lowest |
For perfect paint, choose the new 20ft high cube container. For the lowest price, see the used 20ft high cube container. If you don’t need the extra height, the one trip 20ft shipping container in standard height costs less.
Browse the full 20ft containers range for every option in this size.
Delivery and Height
A 20ft container is easy to deliver, but a high cube stands close to 4 m tall on a truck. Check the route for low branches, carports, gates and overhead cables. Prepare a firm, level base about 6.5 m by 2.5 m, plus room to open the doors fully. Concrete, compacted gravel or blocks under the corners all work. Our shipping and delivery policy explains how we quote and schedule delivery.
What to Ask Before Buying
One trip is a trade description, and some sellers use it loosely. Before buying a one trip 20ft high cube container from any supplier, ask for the manufacture date on the CSC plate, photos of the actual unit inside and out, and confirmation there are no repairs. We include these with every quote.
Shipping Your Own Goods
Because it is only a year or two old and carries a valid CSC plate, a one trip 20ft high cube container can be loaded and sent overseas straight away. Many buyers ship household goods or business equipment in it and then keep the container at the destination as storage. Give your freight forwarder the container number and tare weight from the door markings, and make sure heavy items are spread evenly and lashed to the floor rails.
Looking After Your Container
Near-new containers need little upkeep. Keep the roof clear of leaves and water, grease the hinges and locking bar cams once or twice a year, and keep soil and grass away from the bottom rails. Add vents or moisture absorbers if you store anything sensitive to damp, since condensation can form inside any sealed steel box when temperatures drop overnight.
Security
The locking bars have lugs for a padlock, and a welded lockbox over them keeps bolt cutters away from the lock. We can fit one before delivery. Facing the doors toward a wall or fence makes them harder to tamper with, and recording the container number on your insurance helps if anything goes wrong.
How to Order a One Trip 20ft High Cube Container
- Send your details. Quantity, delivery address and how you plan to use the container.
- Get your quote. Unit price, delivery and plate ratings.
- Confirm access. We check route height and ground conditions.
- Pay and receive. See our billing and payment policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is a one trip 20ft high cube container inside?
About 2.69 m (8 ft 10 in), around 30 cm more than a standard 20ft. The door opening is also taller, at roughly 2.58 m, so tall items go in without tilting. The outside height is 2.90 m, which is worth remembering for carports or covered storage areas.
Is a one trip 20ft high cube container as good as new?
Structurally yes. It may show light marks from one voyage and the original owner’s markings.
Can I ship goods in a one trip 20ft high cube container?
Yes. It carries a CSC plate and is accepted by shipping lines.
Does it have forklift pockets?
Many 20ft units do, which makes moving an empty container around a yard much easier. If you need them, tell us when you order and we will confirm the unit you are buying has them before it is dispatched.
Do you deliver worldwide?
Yes. Contact Prime Cargo Box with your location for a delivered price on a one trip 20ft high cube container.
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