20ft High Cube Side Opening Shipping Containers
Overview
A 20ft high cube side opening container has full-length side access through strong bifold doors, making it easy to load and reach goods along the entire unit.
Each panel opens on its own or together, giving you the flexibility to work with whatever equipment you use on site. The high cube height adds extra internal space, which suits taller items, stacked pallets, or equipment that needs more clearance. Built from Corten steel and manufactured to ISO standards, the unit is fully wind and watertight and ready for long-term use in busy commercial or industrial environments.
End cargo doors come as standard, so you have a second access point if you need it. This setup is a reliable choice for pallet handling, warehouse overflow, event kit, and general storage where quick access and extra height make day-to-day work simpler.
If you need more space, the 40ft High Cube Side Opening Shipping Container offers double the capacity with the same side-access layout.
Dimensions
External dimensions
| Length | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 20ft (6058mm) | 8ft (2438mm) | 9ft 6in (2896mm) |
Internal dimensions
| Length | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 19ft 4in (5898mm) | 7ft 6in (2287mm) | 8ft 9in (2607mm) |
Our expert conversions team can enhance 20ft high cube shipping containers with a wide range of Cleveland XTRAS, adding extra functionality, comfort, and everyday practicality.
All Cleveland XTRAS are installed by experienced specialists and delivered ready for immediate use, helping you create a high cube container perfectly matched to your operational needs.
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Ply Line & Insulation
Improves temperature control, reduces condensation and noise, and enhances a container’s durability.
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Personnel Doors
Enhances access and security - ideal for container offices, workshops, storage units and conversions.
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Windows
Better light, airflow and usability - perfect for offices, kiosks, workshops and custom container conversions.
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Electrics & Lighting
Boosts functionality, visibility and versatility, enabling office, workshop, storage and custom uses.
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Racking
Durable racking keeps containers organised, safe and efficient - ideal for tools, inventory and business storage.
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Grafo-Therm
Grafo-Therm reduces condensation and improves insulation for a safer, more stable container interior.
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Painting
Repainting improves protection, appearance and longevity, with high-quality finishes and custom colours available.
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Custom Builds
Looking for something fully bespoke? We can create full custom units for manufacturing, construction, events and more.
FAQ
It offers full-length side access through bifold doors, making it easier to load pallets or equipment that are difficult to position through end cargo doors.
The extra vertical clearance makes it suitable for taller items or situations where additional internal volume improves handling and storage.
Yes. You can use the side access, the end cargo doors, or both depending on your layout and loading needs.
Yes. Both standard-height and high cube side opening containers can be hired when supplied unmodified. If you need internal changes, added features or structural work, the unit will need to be purchased instead.
Yes. The full-length opening makes forklift access straightforward, especially for palletised loads.