For large wholesalers, manufacturers, and bulk shippers, maximizing cargo volume in every shipment is the direct path to higher profitability. While the 40FT High Cube container is a reliable workhorse, the largest standard container—the 45FT High Cube—offers a critical advantage that can revolutionize your supply chain efficiency.
The difference comes down to five critical feet of extra length, but the impact on your bottom line is far greater.
The 15% Advantage: Cost-Efficiency in Every Foot
A standard 40FT High Cube offers about 2,694 cubic feet of capacity. The 45FT High Cube Container, on the other hand, boasts approximately 3,040 cubic feet. This is a significant 10-15% increase in volume. Crucially, the cost to lease or ship a 45FT container is often only marginally higher than a 40FT unit. This disparity creates a massive cost-saving opportunity: you are transporting 15% more product for nearly the same price and labor input, fundamentally lowering your cost per cubic foot of goods moved.
Pallet Optimization: Fitting More, Shipping Less
The increased length is most impactful when shipping palletized cargo. Standard logistics pallets (both 120cm x 100cm Standard and 120cm x 80cm Euro pallets) fit perfectly side-by-side in a container, but the extra length of the 45FT unit allows for more rows. For those using the special 45FT Pallet Wide containers, it’s possible to fit up to 33 Euro pallets in one tier, whereas a 40FT unit struggles to hold more than 25-27, depending on the type. For large-scale manufacturing and distribution operations, this ability to optimize pallet density translates directly into fewer containers needed per order.
Reduced Handling Costs and Smoother Flow
Consolidating your cargo into one larger 45FT Container doesn’t just save space—it saves time and money at every transition point:
- Fewer Terminal Fees: Less administrative processing and fewer lifts required at ports and rail yards.
- Lower Labor Costs: Fewer containers to track, load, and inspect.
- Faster Inventory Turnover: Goods arrive in a single, large batch, streamlining the receiving and warehousing process.
For high-volume shippers, the decision to step up to the 45FT High Cube model is a clear strategic choice. It is the champion of volume, providing the space and cost-efficiency required to stay competitive in global logistics.
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