40 Foot High Cube Insulated Shipping Container with 5 Ton Bard HVAC

A 40ft insulated container in used condition — in service and structurally sound. Chosen for reducing condensation and temperature swings. Every unit is inspected before it leaves our yard, so the grade below is what you will actually receive.

This used 40ft high cube insulated container is a practical choice when ordinary steel storage is not enough. It has been in service but remains structurally sound, with built-in insulation, electrical infrastructure, LED lighting, and a 5-ton Bard HVAC system. Each unit is inspected before leaving our yard, so you can buy with a clear understanding of the condition.

40ft High Cube Insulated Shipping Container with 5-Ton HVAC

If you need a large enclosed space with better control over temperature and condensation, this 40ft high cube insulated container offers a ready-made foundation for a wide range of projects. The insulated interior helps reduce temperature fluctuations compared with an uninsulated steel container, while the included HVAC system provides active heating and cooling when connected to the required power supply.

Multiple units are available, making this option particularly useful for businesses, contractors, industrial operators, and organizations looking for several climate-controlled spaces without the cost and construction time of building permanent facilities from scratch.

Built for temperature-controlled applications

The combination of full insulation and a 5-ton wall-mounted Bard HVAC system makes this container suitable for applications where maintaining a more stable internal environment matters. It can be used for storage, workspace, equipment housing, or as the starting point for a larger conversion project.

The HVAC system includes thermostat control and electric heat, while the installed electrical infrastructure supports the interior lighting and climate-control equipment. A dehumidification system can also be added where humidity management is an important part of the project.

Key features

40ft high cube design: Provides a generous enclosed footprint with additional vertical clearance compared with a standard-height container.

Insulated interior: Helps reduce the impact of outside temperature changes and can make the container more comfortable and practical for storage or occupied applications.

5-ton Bard HVAC system: The wall-mounted HVAC unit provides substantial heating and cooling capacity, subject to the condition of the equipment and the electrical installation.

Electric heat: The system includes electric heat with capacity of up to 5kW.

LED lighting: Interior LED lights are already installed, providing practical illumination once the electrical supply is connected.

Existing electrical infrastructure: Built-in circuit breakers serve the lighting and HVAC systems, reducing the amount of basic electrical infrastructure required for the conversion.

Food-grade epoxy flooring: The durable epoxy floor provides a smooth, moisture-resistant surface that is easy to clean and well suited to demanding working environments.

Secure personnel entrance: A dedicated front entry door includes a deadbolt, handle lock, and key for convenient everyday access.

Power requirements

The HVAC and electrical systems require an appropriate electrical connection. A minimum 50-amp, 240V supply is specified for this unit. Electrical installation should be assessed and completed by a suitably qualified professional before the container is put into service.

What can you use an insulated 40ft container for?

The large footprint and insulated construction make this container adaptable to many commercial and industrial applications. It can be used as a climate-controlled storage area, remote site office, workshop, equipment room, or the foundation for a custom conversion.

It can also be considered for cold-storage projects, specialized equipment housing, grow operations, or larger conversion projects where insulation and climate control are important requirements. The suitability of the unit will depend on the specific application, local regulations, electrical requirements, and the performance of the installed HVAC equipment.

Dimensions and capacity

Internal dimensions are approximately 39 ft 5 in × 7 ft 8 in × 8 ft 10 in (12,032 × 2,350 × 2,698 mm), giving 2,694 cu ft (76.3 m³) of usable space, with double doors at one end. These are the standard figures for a 40ft high cube container; exact internals vary slightly by manufacturer.

A high cube adds a foot of interior height over a standard container, which matters for stacked pallets, machinery on wheels, or any conversion where headroom decides the build.

Condition

This is a used container that has been in service. It is wind and watertight — no holes, working door seals, an intact roof — but it shows its history: surface rust, dents and previous owner markings are normal and do not affect how it performs.

What it is good for

This unit is commonly used for reducing condensation and temperature swings. Doors, windows, insulation, electrics and paint can all be added before it ships — it is cheaper and neater to specify a conversion while the container is still in our yard than to modify it on your site afterwards.

Browse more in 40ft Containers, or see the full container catalogue.

Standards and inspection

Containers intended for international shipping carry a valid safety approval plate under the Convention for Safe Containers, administered by the International Maritime Organization. Condition grades such as cargo-worthy follow the inspection criteria published by the Institute of International Container Lessors. If you need a unit for shipping rather than static storage, tell us and we will confirm its plate before dispatch.

Delivery

Delivery is quoted against your site access rather than published as a flat rate, because haulage for a container depends on the distance, the approach and whether a crane is needed. Most deliveries use a tilt-bed truck, which needs a clear and reasonably level run about twice the container length. We price it before you commit.