The 45-foot High Cube Pallet Wide container is the high-volume storage solution in the Cubner range: 90 m³ of usable space, 13,72 meters in length, and an internal width of 2,44 m designed to accommodate three rows of Euro pallets side by side. The result: 33 pallets loaded where one 40 foot HC container The standard only accepts 25.

Available new (first voyage) or refurbished used from €2,300 ex-Le Havre, this container is designed for on-site storage: warehouse, workshop, business, archive, large-volume construction site. Delivered and unloaded throughout France by Cubner, from 13 depots across the country.

The container 45 feet High Cube Pallet Wide The (45 HC PW) is the high-capacity dry container designed specifically for the European market. Its internal width of 2,44 m—9 cm wider than a standard 40-foot container—allows for loading Euro pallets in two rows side-by-side, without any wasted space. The result: 33 pallets 80×120 cm by rotation, that is 25% capacity Additional space compared to a 40-foot High Cube container. Available for sale and rent, it is delivered and unloaded by CUBNER in France and Europe.

Exact dimensions of the 45-foot HC Pallet Wide container

Before buying or renting, check that the dimensions match your access and intended use. Here are the official measurements according to ISO 6346 (container code: 52G1):

ISO 6346 standard — container code 52G1. Indicative dimensions, check the CSC cabinet for exact values ​​for each unit.

⚠️ Important delivery information: the overall length of 13,72 m requires unobstructed access for the delivery truck or semi-trailer. Our teams systematically check access constraints when taking orders.

Pallet capacity: 33 Euro pallets at a time

The key feature of the "Pallet Wide" format is its 2,44 m internal width. This allows two Euro pallets (80 × 120 cm) to be loaded side-by-side widthwise (160 cm total width + clearance), whereas a standard container (2,35 m internal width) requires them to be staggered, resulting in wasted space. Over a length of 13,56 m, this translates to 11 rows of 3 pallet positions = 33 Euro pallets in a single layer.

Capacities calculated for single-pass loading, without stacking. For double-height loads, contact the CUBNER team.

"With a 45-foot Pallet Wide, you can load 33 Euro pallets where a standard 40-foot only accepts 25. That's 8 extra pallets per trip—or 8 fewer pallets to manage logistically." — CUBNER Technical Team

Comparison of 40-foot vs. 45-foot boats: which one to choose for your project?

The choice between a 40-foot HC and a 45-foot HC PW depends on three criteria: the available space at your site, the pallet turnover rate, and the budget. Here is an objective comparison:

The 45ft HC PW is a "European Specific" format — Main use: professional storage, European road and rail network.

👉 Choose the 40-foot HC if your site has an access constraint of less than 13 meters, or if your pallet volume doesn't justify the additional logistics cost. Opt for the 45-foot HC PW if you manage regular flows of Euro pallets or if you're looking for the lowest storage cost per cubic meter.

CUBNER Lifetime Warranty: What it covers on the 45-foot first voyage

CUBNER is the only company in France to offer a lifetime warranty on its first-trip shipping containers. This warranty applies to 45-foot HC PW containers delivered in "first-trip" condition — that is, units that have only made one commercial voyage from their manufacturing plant (mainly in China) to the European port of discharge.

What the warranty does not cover

• Used containers (cargo-worthy, wind & watertight) — not eligible
• Damage resulting from improper use (overloading, crane impact)
• Structural modifications carried out by a third party without CUBNER's agreement
• Aesthetic degradation of the exterior paint (a normal phenomenon on CORTEN steel)

💡 Why isn't a lifetime warranty available for used containers? A used container has already undergone several maritime voyages, often under extreme conditions (salt air, repeated loading). Its structural condition is checked before sale, but its history doesn't allow for a lifetime guarantee on every component. On a first voyage, CUBNER knows the unit's exact history and can therefore make a full commitment.

CORTEN steel structure: why rust is an advantage, not a drawback

CORTEN steel (short for CORrosion TENsile resistance) is an iron-based alloy enriched with chromium, copper, and nickel. Its unique characteristic is that when it oxidizes, it forms a dense, adherent oxide layer that blocks the progression of rust to the underlying metal, instead of disintegrating like ordinary steel. This process, called patina, transforms the containers' characteristic orange-brown surface into a natural protective barrier. As a result, a CORTEN container does not need to be regularly repainted to maintain its structural integrity—and its strength increases over time.

• Resistance to salt corrosion: designed for marine environments (salt air, humidity above 90%)
• Thermal resistance: from -40°C to +70°C without structural deformation
• Reinforced corrugated sheets: absorb deformations without propagating cracks
• 28mm plywood flooring: ISPM 15 compliant, resistant to point loads
• Steel floor beams: support a rolling load of 2,700 kg/axle

Intrusion prevention: the container as a construction site safe

A 45-foot HC PW container provides a strong physical deterrent against theft. Its two swing doors are equipped with four solid steel locking bars. Forcing these bars with an angle grinder generates a metal-cutting noise audible from over 100 meters away—in an industrial environment, this serves as an effective audible warning. The 2 mm corrugated sheet metal structure is virtually impervious to portable drilling tools.

Our construction clients (building and public works) systematically use the 45-foot HC PW container to store their equipment on site: tools, PPE, and small machinery. Combined with a container lock with a protected shackle (available from CUBNER), it's the most robust secure storage solution on site at a lower cost than a secure skip or a prefabricated building.

Multimodal transport: how your 45-foot container arrives at your home

The 45-foot HC PW container conforms to ISO 668 and is equipped with eight ISO corner fittings. These corner fittings accept standard twistlocks used on container ships, river barges, freight wagons, and road trailers. Before arriving at your site, the container travels through several of these modes of transport from its European port of discharge (Le Havre, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Barcelona) to the CUBNER depot, and then on to you.

• Maritime: container ships, ferries
• River transport: barge (convoys on the Seine, Rhône, and Rhine rivers)
• Railway: flat wagon with twistlocks (UIC track)
• Road transport: container semi-trailer or rigid truck with crane

⚠️ Note: The 45-foot HC PW is a "European Specific" format. It is not accepted on all long-haul container ships and does not operate on standard Asia-Europe shipping routes. Its use is designed for the European road and rail network, with adapted dimensions.

Industrial and commercial uses: the 5 main applications of the 45-foot HC PW

Outdoor or covered industrial storage

Its 2,70 m ceiling height allows for the passage of an electric pallet truck (standard height 2,10 m) or a small forklift (ceiling clearance ~2,40 m depending on the model). Ideal for storing mechanical parts, packaging, and finished products awaiting shipment.

B2B logistics and pallet pooling

Logistics providers and distributors use the 45-foot HC PW as a temporary storage buffer between shipments. Its capacity of 33 Euro pallets is equivalent to 1,5 38-tonne trucks—ideal for smoothing out peak periods without renting additional warehouse space.

Workshop or site office

At 13,7 m in length, the 45-foot HC PW can be converted into a workshop with workbenches (tool area + paint area), or into a shipyard office with a meeting room and restrooms. CUBNER carries out these conversions in its workshops in the Dordogne region of France.

Containerized gas station (CubOIL)

The Pallet Wide format accommodates a large-capacity, certified fuel tank (up to 20,000 liters depending on the configuration) with an integrated pump and runoff water management system. This solution is used by construction companies, farms, and armed forces in overseas operations.

Modular accommodation (CubCOTTAGE) and hotel-restaurant services

The 13,7m length allows for the creation of self-contained accommodation with a bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette—or a restaurant space with a counter, storage, and dining area. CSC certification guarantees that the container can be moved without dismantling should the project evolve.

Certifications and regulatory compliance of the 45-foot HC PW container

All first-trip CUBNER containers are delivered with their valid CSC placard. The CSC placard indicates the date of the next periodic inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions about the 45-foot High Cube Pallet Wide Container