40 ‘ Standard Quality Shipping / Storage Container

This 40 ft standard shipping container provides a durable, weather-resistant solution for transport and secure storage. Made from high-quality corten steel, it is built to ISO standards to handle the rigors of intermodal freight. As a result, it is a reliable asset for logistics companies, construction sites, and industrial operations needing secure on-site storage, and its standardized dimensions slot easily into global supply chains.

Key Features

• Robust Construction: Fabricated with corrugated weather-resistant steel walls and a reinforced steel frame for structural integrity during transport and stacking.
• Weather-Resistant Design: Engineered to be fully enclosed and watertight, protecting cargo from rain, sea spray, and harsh weather during transit or outdoor storage.
• Secure Locking Mechanism: Equipped with one set of locking steel double-swing doors on one end, with durable hinges and locking rods that accept standard container seals.
• Ventilation: Passive ventilation vents reduce condensation buildup inside the container during temperature changes.
• Durable Flooring: A marine-grade plywood floor secured to a steel base supports concentrated loads.

The 40 ft container is the industry standard for volume efficiency in the freight sector. It is made from materials such as 14-gauge corrugated steel for the side walls and roof, giving a high strength-to-weight ratio. Reinforced corner castings allow lifting, securing, and stacking up to nine units high when loaded.

Designed for multi-modal transport, this container moves smoothly between ships, railcars, and truck chassis, with structural components built to endure the dynamic forces met at sea and on land. The interior offers a clear, unobstructed space suited to palletized goods or bulk storage.

A protective exterior paint coating helps resist corrosion, and a CSC safety plate certifies the unit's structural fitness for international shipping as required. By following standard ISO specifications, the container stays compatible with handling equipment worldwide.

Technical Specifications

• External Dimensions: 40 ft (L) x 8 ft (W) x 8 ft 6 in (H) (12.192 m x 2.438 m x 2.591 m)
• Internal Dimensions: 39 ft 6 in (L) x 7 ft 9 in (W) x 7 ft 10 in (H) (12.025 m x 2.352 m x 2.393 m)
• Door Opening Width: 7 ft 8 in (2.340 m)
• Door Opening Height: 7 ft 6 in (2.280 m)
• Internal Cubic Capacity: 2,390 cu ft (67.7 m³)
• Maximum Gross Weight: 67,200 lb (30,480 kg)
• Tare Weight: Approx. 8,820 lb (Approx. 4,000 kg)
• Max Payload: Approx. 61,730 lb (Approx. 28,000 kg)

This container is mainly used for the secure transport and storage of dry goods and suits many commercial and industrial purposes. Common applications include freight transport (packing and shipping goods by ocean, rail, or road), on-site storage (secure storage of tools, materials, equipment, and inventory at construction sites, warehouses, or retail locations), a mobile workspace (when modified, a temporary office, workshop, or equipment repair bay), and modular conversions (a base unit for customized modular building projects).

Package Includes

• 1 x 40 ft Standard Shipping Container
• CSC Safety Approval Plate affixed to door