Shipping Container Sizes Guide

External dimensions:

• Length: 6.06m (19'10")
• Width: 2.44m (8'0")
• Height: 2.59m (8'6")

Internal dimensions:

• Length: 5.90m (19'4")
• Width: 2.35m (7'8")
• Height: 2.39m (7'10")

Capacity: 33.2 m³ (1,172 ft³) Maximum load weight: 28,200 kg Empty container weight: ~2,300 kg

Ideal for:

• Home or small business storage
• Offices for 1-2 people
• Compact workshops
• Studio-type residential projects
• Spaces with limited access

Main advantage: Easier to transport and place in tight spaces.

External dimensions:

• Length: 12.19m (40'0")
• Width: 2.44m (8'0")
• Height: 2.59m (8'6")

Internal dimensions:

• Length: 12.03m (39'6")
• Width: 2.35m (7'8")
• Height: 2.39m (7'10")

Capacity: 67.7 m³ (2,390 ft³) Maximum load weight: 26,700 kg Empty container weight: ~3,750 kg

Ideal for:

• Commercial and industrial storage
• Offices for 4-6 people
• Workshops and warehouses
• Container homes (1-2 bedrooms)
• Stores and restaurants

Main advantage: Double the space of a 20ft, but not double the price. Best cost/space ratio.

External dimensions:

• Length: 12.19m (40'0")
• Width: 2.44m (8'0")
• Height: 2.90m (9'6") ← 30cm taller

Internal dimensions:

• Length: 12.03m (39'6")
• Width: 2.35m (7'8")
• Height: 2.70m (8'10") ← 31cm more interior height

Capacity: 76.3 m³ (2,694 ft³) Maximum load weight: 26,460 kg Empty container weight: ~3,900 kg

Ideal for:

• Offices with installed ceiling
• Container homes (greater comfort)
• Spaces with air conditioning (ducts)
• Projects with ceiling electrical installations
• Showrooms and premium commercial spaces

Main advantage: The additional height makes a huge difference in comfort and interior design options.

General rule:

• Limited space or tight budget? → 20ft
• Maximum space for your money? → 40ft
• Comfort and interior design matter? → 40ft High Cube