Shipping Container 13ft

This 13ft shipping container provides a secure, weather-resistant storage option for commercial, industrial, and residential uses. Made from heavy-duty corrugated steel, it is built to handle the elements and reliably protect tools, equipment, inventory, and other materials. Its non-standard length offers a versatile intermediate size for properties where a standard 20ft container will not fit.

Key Features

• Robust Construction: Built with strong, corrugated weather-resistant steel for long-term durability and security.
• Secure Locking: Fitted with a high-security lock box that shields padlocks from bolt cutters and pry bars.
• Weather-Resistant Design: Door weather seals help keep contents dry and protected from rain and snow.
• Ventilation: Integrated passive vents support airflow circulation, helping reduce condensation and interior heat buildup.
• One-Way Doors: The standard configuration includes lockable doors on one end for easy access.

The 13ft shipping container strikes a practical balance between capacity and footprint. Made from corrugated steel sheet welded to a structural steel frame, these units were originally built to handle ocean transport and heavy stacking, which makes them inherently strong and resistant to attempted intrusion.

Because a 13ft container is not a standard ISO size for international shipping, it is typically produced by modifying a standard 20ft unit. That process means cutting the container to the specified length and fitting a new rear door frame and doors. The resulting floor is marine-grade plywood, treated to resist moisture and carry substantial weight.

The exterior is finished with a corrosion-resistant primer and a durable topcoat to guard against rust and UV damage. Corner castings remain on all eight corners, allowing secure lifting and transport by crane or truck with the right equipment.

Technical Specifications

• External Length: 13 ft (3.96 m)
• External Width: 8 ft (2.44 m)
• External Height: 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m)
• Internal Length: Approx. 12 ft 6 in (3.81 m)
• Internal Width: Approx. 7 ft 7 in (2.31 m)
• Internal Height: Approx. 7 ft 9 in (2.36 m)
• Door Opening Width: Approx. 7 ft 5 in (2.26 m)
• Door Opening Height: Approx. 7 ft (2.13 m)
• Material: Cor-Ten Weathering Steel
• Flooring: Marine-Grade Plywood

This unit suits a wide range of uses, including on-site storage of construction materials, tools, and equipment at job sites; commercial inventory such as retail stock, archives, or overflow for businesses; residential organization as a weather-tight home for yard equipment, vehicles, or household items; agricultural applications for feed, supplies, or machinery on farms; and workshop conversion, where the 13ft size gives a manageable space for a small workshop, hobby room, or site office.

Package Includes

• 1 x 13ft Shipping Container
• High-security lock box installed on door handle