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40ft Self Storage Container – Used, Lock Box Secured

$3,000
SKU: CCH-10103
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A 40ft one-trip COR-TEN steel container in near-new condition with approx. 300 sq ft of floor space, secure doors with lock boxes and plywood flooring.

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This 40 ft shipping container is a practical, durable solution for a range of storage and site needs. Made from corrosion-resistant steel, it provides a weathertight environment to protect equipment, inventory or materials. As a one-trip container, it has carried a single international shipment and offers a high-quality option for static storage or modification projects.

Key Features

  • One-trip condition: Having completed only one ocean voyage, it is in near-new condition with minimal superficial wear such as light scratches or small dents from that initial journey.
  • Spacious interior: With around 300 square feet of floor space and 2,385 cubic feet of internal volume, it holds large quantities of goods, from retail inventory and construction materials to household items during a move.
  • Durable construction: Built from COR-TEN steel, it is weather-resistant and robust, keeping contents protected from the elements.
  • Secure door system: The doors seal securely and feature integrated lock boxes on the handles for customer-supplied padlocks and basic security.
  • Ventilation: Passive vents are typically included to allow airflow and help reduce condensation inside.

The 40 ft one-trip shipping container is a versatile structure used mainly for on-site storage and as a base for various conversion projects. Its one-trip classification sets it apart from standard used containers: on arrival in the United States it carried a single load of dry cargo and was then retired from active shipping, making it available for sale.

Externally, it may show some cosmetic blemishes from its sole voyage, such as minor scuffs or paint marks from transport, but its structural integrity is fully intact. The floors, walls and door gaskets are fully preserved with no holes or leaks. Forklift scratches on the interior floor are considered acceptable, as they occur during standard loading and unloading of cargo.

The unit acts as a blank slate for many applications. It works well as secure storage for job sites, farms or commercial properties, and for those building, it is frequently used as the primary structure for workshops, temporary offices or even residential dwellings such as tiny homes. Its standardised dimensions also allow future stacking or relocation if requirements change.

Technical specifications: the condition is one-trip (CSC plate equipped, minimal prior use) and the material is COR-TEN weathering steel. External dimensions (L x W x H) are 40 ft x 8 ft x 8 ft 6 in, with internal dimensions of 39 ft 5 in x 7 ft 8 in x 7 ft 10 in. The internal floor area is approximately 300 sq ft and the internal volume is approximately 2,385 cu ft. Tare weight (empty) is approximately 8,000 lb, and maximum payload capacity is approximately 44,000 lb when used for transport, with static storage capacity being floor-dependent. The door opening (W x H) is 7 ft 8 in x 7 ft 5 in, and interior features include plywood flooring, corner castings for lifting and securing, and integrated lock boxes.

This container suits on-site storage (secure storage of construction materials, contractor tools and heavy equipment), retail and inventory (weather-protected warehousing for retail stock, documents or archived materials), residential and commercial moving (a portable way to hold household furniture and belongings during relocation or renovation), and conversion projects (a structurally sound base for workshops, studios or habitable spaces).

The package includes one 40 ft one-trip shipping container, a standard door with integrated lock box, and a CSC plate certifying it met shipping safety standards upon entry to the U.S.

One Trip 40ft Shipping Container: the Cleanest Steel Short of New

A one trip 40ft shipping container is a box that came out of the factory, carried a single load across an ocean, and got discharged at a US port. That is the entire service history. You get near-new steel, a floor nobody has punched a forklift through, and doors that still seal the way the factory set them, at a price below a container that has never sailed at all.

For self storage operators and anyone converting a shell, that condition is worth real money. Cutting doors, insulating, or partitioning a rusty box means repair work before the actual project begins. One-trip units let you start with the work you meant to do.

Specifications at a Glance

  • External dimensions: 40' x 8' x 8'6"
  • Internal dimensions: approximately 39'5" x 7'8" x 7'10"
  • Door opening: about 7'8" wide x 7'6" high
  • Capacity: roughly 2,390 cubic feet over about 300 square feet of floor
  • Tare weight: approximately 8,200 lb
  • Condition: one trip, minimal cosmetic wear from a single loaded voyage
  • Floor: original marine-grade plywood on steel cross members
  • Delivery: flat $500 to all 50 states, tax-inclusive pricing

Self Storage and Overflow Uses for a 40ft Storage Container

Forty feet is the size where a container stops being a big shed and starts being infrastructure. Split it, rack it, or leave it open.

  • Self storage bays partitioned into rentable units on a leased lot
  • Household storage during a build, sale, or long-distance move
  • Business inventory overflow that would otherwise need leased warehouse space
  • Contractor material storage on a long-running project
  • A clean base shell for a workshop, studio, or garage conversion

Choosing Between One Trip and Used, and Getting It Delivered

If the container will be seen by customers, insulated, or cut into, buy one trip. If it will sit behind a fence holding lumber, a used unit does the same job for less. Either way you need about 80 feet of straight approach for a tilt-bed drop plus roughly 15 feet of overhead clearance, and four level bearing points for the corner castings. See how it compares across the 40ft container range and the general storage container section, weigh it against a wind and watertight preloved 40-footer, and read our guide to grading and buying before you commit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is one trip the same as new?

Practically, yes, with one honest caveat. The container was built new and then loaded for one voyage, so it can show light scuffs, a scratch in the paint, or a small dent from handling equipment at the port. Structurally and cosmetically it sits far closer to new than to a used cargo-worthy box.

Will a 40ft container fit on my property?

The unit itself needs a 40 by 8 foot footprint, but the truck needs far more. Allow the container length plus around 40 feet of straight, firm approach so the bed can tilt and slide the box off, and keep branches and cables clear to about 15 feet. Tight sites sometimes need a crane instead.

Do I need a permit for a storage container?

Rules differ by municipality. Some treat a movable container as equipment, others as an accessory structure with setback requirements, and homeowner associations often have their own view. Check with your local zoning office before ordering, particularly if the container will stay in place long term or sit within sight of the street.

SKUCCH-10103
ConditionNew (One-Trip)
External dimensions40' × 8' × 8'6" (L × W × H)
Door opening7'8" × 7'6" (W × H)
Internal dimensions39'5" × 7'8" × 7'10" (L × W × H)
Internal capacityapprox. 2,390 cu ft
Tare weightapprox. 8,200 lb
Delivery clearance neededApprox. 80 ft of straight approach and ~15 ft overhead for tilt-bed delivery
Categories40ft Containers, Storage Containers for Sale
AvailabilityAvailable to order — nationwide delivery

We deliver to all 50 states for a flat $500 per order — the same price regardless of container size, quantity, or distance. That fee is added in your cart and at checkout, and there is no distance or size surcharge. A tilt-bed truck slides the container to ground level and places it as close as safely possible to where you want it.

Need help preparing your site or choosing the right delivery method? Call us at (440) 379-3940 or request a quote.

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