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20ft High Cube New Container, One-Trip
One foot taller than a standard 20ft on the same footprint. Starting depot prices updated October 2026. Delivered quotes from vetted local suppliers.
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from $2,895
Most metros $2,995 to $3,145 · depot price, October 2026
- External 20′ x 8′ x 9’6″
- about 1,360 cu ft capacity
- Factory paint, new floor
- Delivery quoted for your ZIP code
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Why a 20ft high cube
A 20ft high cube is 9’6″ tall outside and about 8’10” inside, one foot more than a standard 20ft on the same footprint. That makes it the usual base for tiny homes, studios, workshops and storage of tall equipment on sites where a 40ft does not fit. It is sold one-trip here: factory paint, a new floor and a single voyage behind it.
20ft high cubes are built in smaller numbers than standard 20ft units, so not every depot has them and the price gap is larger than the extra foot suggests. If the height is not critical, a standard 20ft one-trip saves several hundred dollars. More detail on 20ft high cube containers.
Specifications
| Measurement | External | Internal |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 20′ 0″ (6.06 m) | 19′ 4″ (5.90 m) |
| Width | 8′ 0″ (2.44 m) | 7′ 8″ (2.35 m) |
| Height | 9′ 6″ (2.90 m) | 8′ 10″ (2.70 m) |
| Door opening | 7′ 8″ wide x 8′ 5″ high | |
| Tare weight | about 5,030 lbs (2,280 kg) | |
| Max gross weight | 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg) | |
| Capacity | about 1,360 cu ft (38.5 m³) |
Figures are typical for ISO 20ft high cube units and vary slightly by manufacturer. The full breakdown of all sizes is on shipping container dimensions.
Price
Most metros sell a one-trip 20ft high cube between $2,995 and $3,145 at the depot. Availability changes quickly because these units arrive in small batches, so a delivered quote is the fastest way to see what is in stock near you.
Delivery cost
| Distance from depot | Typical cost, one container |
|---|---|
| Under 50 miles | $350 to $750 |
| 50 to 100 miles | $500 to $1,000 |
| 100 to 200 miles | $800 to $1,600 |
| 200 to 300 miles | $1,200 to $2,000 |
| Over 300 miles | often $3.50 to $5 per mile plus unloading |
A tilt bed truck needs about 60 feet of straight clearance to slide a 20ft container off. Site access, ground conditions and a crane, if needed, change the price. Worked examples are on shipping container transport cost.
Check before you pay
Check the CSC plate for the manufacturing date and the size code 25G1, which confirms a 20ft high cube. Look over the paint and corners for transport damage, test both doors and inspect the floor. If you plan a tiny home, remember that container floors are treated against pests at the factory and are often sealed or covered in a build.
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- On your phone, tap “View full size”.
- Move the phone slowly over the ground until it picks up the surface.
- The container appears about 10 ft in front of you, doors facing you, so you see all of it straight away.
- Drag with one finger to bring it closer or move it. Twist with two fingers to turn it. You can also walk around it.
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External size 20ft high cube: 20 ft × 8 ft × 9 ft 6 in (6.06 × 2.44 × 2.90 m), length × width × height
