40' Standard Containers

A 40' standard shipping container that is 0 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 8.5 feet high, commonly used for transporting goods by sea freight; it is considered  the most used size and type off container.

Here are a few things to know about 40' Standard Containers:

Dimensions: Externally, it measures 40 feet long x 8 feet wide x 8.5 feet high. 

Internal dimensions: Slightly smaller due to the container walls, allowing for a usable space to load cargo. 

Capacity: Can typically hold around 20 standard pallets or 22 Euro pallets. 

Material: Constructed from sturdy Corten steel for weather resistance and durability. 

Door access: Usually has a single set of double doors on one end for loading and unloading.

 A used 40'  container is a standard 40-foot long shipping container that has been previously used to transport goods internationally, meaning it has been in service for a period of time and shows signs of wear and tear like scratches, dents, and rust, but is still structurally sound and can be used for storage or other purposes.  We have a large selection of used containers for sale in Mobile, Alabama.

 A one-trip 40' container is a new shipping container that has been used once to transport cargo from a manufacturer overseas to the United States, and then repurposed for other uses. One-trip containers are considered to be the highest quality containers available in the United States. Port City Containers has many new containers for sale.