Shipping Container Dimensions And Sizes
Looking For The Dimensions Of Available Shipping Containers?
Doing a quick Google search on shipping container dimensions and sizes is generally an important prerequisite to getting the most out of the shipping container solution you end up deciding on.
Knowing what dimensions of containers are available in tandem with their quality, how they open, how they are secured, and their ratings and qualifications for weatherproofing are important factors to help you make a good and educated decision.
Common Sizes Of Containers
Below you can find the inside and outside container dimensions for the most common and sought-after types of shipping containers:
- 20 Foot Standard Shipping Container
- 40 Foot Standard Shipping Container
- 40 Foot High Cube Shipping Container
Please note that the size may be slightly different from manufacturer to manufacturer
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20′ Standard Shipping Container
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40′ Standard Shipping Container
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40′ High Cube Shipping Container
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Inventory – Shipping Container Dimensions and Sizes
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Container sizes and dimensions
Shipping containers sizes and dimensions are specified by their length, width, and height. This means that the dimensions of a container will be given in feet and inches, such as 8-foot wide, 8-foot high, and 20-foot long.
Standard ISO shipping containers are 8ft wide, 8.6ft high and come in two lengths; 20ft and 40ft. Some are also 9.6ft high
- The length of a container is the maximum distance between its fore and aft ends.
- The width is measured along the outside of the walls, including the rails.
- The height is the distance between the top of the rail and the underside of the top frame.
- The top frame is the upper wall of the container, and the bottom frame is the lower wall of the container.
USA Containers has every size you need
At USA Containers, our inventory of used and unused shipping containers is extensive. You may be looking for a 20 ft standard container or a 40 ft high cube. USA Containers has you covered.
- 20 Foot Standard Shipping Container
- 40 Foot Standard Shipping Container
- 40 Foot High Cube Shipping Container
Our variety of containers is ideal for container storage facilities, construction sites, offices, garages, and so on.
Why choose USA Containers
Our inventory includes hundreds of shipping containers designed for cargo transport, storage, warehouses, etc. We have a huge collection of new and used containers for renting and buying.
By no means renting or buying a container is cheap, so you’d want value for money. We have been in the industry for long enough to understand people’s needs and expectations from a shipping container supplier.
You can rest assured that you’ll get the best service because;
- A leader in Storage Container Provider space
- We are “Best Nationwide Storage Container Supplier 2021”
- We are a family and friends owned business to better tailor your experience
- We operate in multiple locations nationwide to serve your well
Our shipping containers are inspected, approved, and well-kept by dedicated professionals. They are fit to serve their intended use. No matter what size or model you need, we can always offer you a perfectly suitable shipping container.
Cargo capacity of different sizes of containers
Container load capacity can vary widely, depending on the size of the container.
Here’s a rough guideline of how much load can be fit into different sizes of containers:
- 20ft standard containers have a max cargo capacity of 62,080 lbs
- 40ft standard containers can hold about 58,930 lbs
- 40ft high cube containers can hold about 67,000 lbs
While there’s not much very significant difference in max cargo capacity, different sizes are designed to meet different requirements.
Container specifications and features
Width: The width of the container, measured between the outside rails.
Depth: The length of the container, measured from the top of the rail to the base of the floor.
Height: The vertical distance between the top of the rail and the bottom of the top frame.
Weight: The total weight of the container, including the tare weight, or the weight of the container itself.
Rail height: The distance between the top of the rail and the base of the floor.
Loading gauge: The distance between the outside rails of the container, including the effect of the suspension of the container.
How to decide which container size and dimension is right for you?
You can choose the right size by spending just 15 to 45 minutes doing calculations to find the weight and volume of your items, the space you need, the purpose of use, and more. It helps to prevent damage to the container and cargo or stored items. Therefore, it is imperative to choose the right container size.
The first thing to consider is your purpose of use. If you need a container for some extra storage, then even a 10ft container would do. However, if you want to turn your container into a functional space, you need to design the layout and choose a 20ft or 40ft container accordingly.
Or you can simply get in touch with us at 1-800 304 0981 or you can email us at info@usacontainers.co. We will listen to your needs and help you determine the right-sized container you need.
Container weights
When you look at the outside of container doors, there are different readings printed on them. These three different weights are important to consider. It includes the Tare weight, the Gross weight, and the Payload.
- Tare weight is the weight of the container without cargo or contents.
- Gross weight is the weight of the container plus the maximum Payload it can hold
- Payload is the weight of the cargo or contents that a container can hold.
Looking at these relevant weights can tell you a lot about whether or not a container is suitable for you.
Buy or rent a container today
The shipping container offers a lot of versatility in its applications. It can be used for transporting large amounts of cargo across the globe or as a storage unit. You can modify and turn a shipping container into a warehouse, takeaway food restaurant, office space, and so on.
These containers allow you to load and unload an enormous amount of freight with ease and precision.
Whether you’re looking to move large amounts of cargo or an outside storage facility we’d highly recommend utilizing these containers. Explore our inventory and rent or buy different sizes of containers today.
No matter your shipping container needs, USA Containers can deliver the quality and service you’re looking for. Call us at 1-800 304 0981 or email us at info@usacontainers.co. We look forward to serving you in the best way possible.
