Model: 40' HC Full Open Side (Pillarless)
1. Product Overview
The 40ft High Cube Full Open Side container is an engineering masterwork. Unlike standard containers that rely on corrugated side walls for structural support, this unit features a pillarless 40-foot opening. This allows for the lateral loading of oversized machinery, long-span structural materials (up to 12 meters), and rapid palletized inventory management.
By combining the 9' 6" High Cube height with a total side-access opening, Worthy Container provides clients with a unit that functions more like a portable warehouse than a traditional shipping box. It is the premier choice for aerospace components, specialized military hardware, and premium architectural conversions.
2. Technical Specifications (Dimensions & Weights)
| Category | Metric (mm/kg) | Imperial (ft-in/lbs) | Technical Note |
| External (L×W×H) | 12,192 × 2,438 × 2,896 | 40' 0" × 8' 0" × 9' 6" | High Cube profile |
| Internal (L×W×H) | 12,032 × 2,285 × 2,595 | 39' 5" × 7' 6" × 8' 6" | Usable interior space |
| Side Opening (W) | 11,820 mm | 38' 9" | Full unobstructed span |
| Side Opening (H) | 2,457 mm | 8' 1" | Fits tall industrial crates |
| Tare Weight | ~5,950 kg | ~13,117 lbs | Significant door reinforcement |
| Max Payload | ~24,530 kg | ~54,079 lbs | Capacity for cargo |
| Internal Volume | 76.2 m³ | ~2,691 ft³ | High-volume capacity |
3. 4-Door / 8-Door Bi-Fold System
The side access typically consists of a multi-leaf bi-fold door system:
Concertina Action: The doors fold back against the corner posts, allowing for a 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% opening of the 40ft side.
Heavy-Duty Hinges: Each door leaf is supported by industrial-grade hinges with grease nipples to ensure smooth operation of the large steel panels.
End Access: This unit also includes the traditional set of double doors on the short end, providing 270-degree access to the cargo.
Please refer to the lists of our available 40ft Full Open Side containers below for each location. Let us know if you require any further assistance.