40ft Shipping Container for Sale
The 40ft Shipping Container is twice the length of the 20ft variant, which means twice the internal storage volume. It is a good choice for large sites with a high volume of storage needs.
Container Description
Built from weathering carbon steel, these units are secure from wind, water, vermin and thieves.
The longer and less commonly available 40ft container is suited to large sites with ample space for onsite storage. Measuring just over 12 metres long, these usually do not suit standard residential blocks, although they can be squeezed onto large driveways in some cases.
Given the large internal volume, they are often used for more than just household or business goods storage. They are an affordable and ready-made alternate solution to sheds or workshops. They can store machinery and equipment parts, or be used for site offices or accommodation away from the main building, with some minor modifications.
Whatever you store in your 40ft shipping container, you can rest assured it will be safe.
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Approx 12.2m L x 2.5m W x 2.6m H
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Internal Capacity 67.5m3
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Wind and watertight
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Pest and vermin proof
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Lashing points at the floor and ceiling to secure your goods
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Wooden floors
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Superior security with a lockbox
40ft Shipping Container Dimensions and Weight
Internal & external dimensions and weight of a general purpose 40ft shipping container.
40ft Shipping Container
40ft Shipping Container Specs Drawing
External dimensions of a general purpose 40ft shipping container.
Calculate how much storage space you need
Find out how much storage space you need by entering the quantity of each item you want to store. Our calculator will then provide the total space required in cubic meters.
What is better than a 20ft container for safe, secure storage on your site? A 40ft container for storage, or more specifically, 67.5m3 of internal storage. This is roughly equivalent to a 5 bedroom home, so it should be able to hold all you need. These units are popular on sites with a little extra room, and the requirement for large scale storage.
What is better than a 20ft container for safe, secure storage on your site? A 40ft container for storage, or more specifically, 67.5m3 of internal storage. This is roughly equivalent to a 5 bedroom home, so it should be able to hold all you need. These units are popular on sites with a little extra room, and the requirement for large scale storage.
Key Features
- Approx 12.2m L x 2.5m W x 2.6m H
- Internal Capacity 67.5m3
- Wind and watertight
- Pest and vermin proof
- Lashing points at the floor and ceiling to secure your goods
- Wooden floors
- Superior security with a lockbox
How is this container delivered?
Tilt Tray
This is the most common method. We tilt the truck’s tray, then slide the container off while the vehicle slowly moves forward. Just note that the container’s height will increase when it’s tilted – so if your site has overhead obstacles (like power lines) we may need to go with another method.
Side Loader
If your site has limited space around the shipping container’s final position, side loader delivery could be the best option. The container is unloaded between the side loader’s two outrigger feet – about 0.5m from the truck’s side. We use side loaders to transport 20ft and 40ft shipping containers.
Hiab Crane
We use Hiab cranes when there’s not enough space for a side loader or tilt tray – or if your site has other tricky obstacles to manoeuver around (like fences). The crane lifts and then places the shipping container. This method also makes it easy to place containers at an angle, or on raised areas.
FAQ
A range of options are available for the 40ft shipping containers.
- Lockbox
- Electrical fitout (power and lighting)
- Steel floor
- Transport/Shipping Certification
- Variety of Container Grades available - New or Used
- Additional custom container modifications available including shelving
A new shipping container will ensure quality and longevity, while a used container will save you money.
For cargo to be transported internationally, the container must have a valid CSC (Container Safety Convention) plate, which verifies that safety inspections have been performed. Our ‘New’ grade containers ensure CSC approval, as well as clean interiors.
While our ‘B’ grade containers may have marked interiors & some exterior corrosion, they remain windtight & watertight.
For less critical applications, you may save cost with a ‘C’ grade container, which will show more advanced corrosion.
See our Shipping Containers Buyer's Guide to get a better understanding of the options available.
If you don't need to keep or modify a container, you should consider hiring a 40ft shipping container instead. It is a much cheaper option than buying, and you will have access to the newest units in the fleet.
Remember that hiring shipping containers is an operating cost and can be tax deductible. With a minimum contract term of 31 days, hiring is often a better solution than buying containers.
Still unsure what's best for you? Check out our guide, Should I hire or buy a shipping container?
A range of applications are suitable for our 40ft shipping containers.
- Static storage
- Transportation of goods
- Household goods
- Tools & equipment
- Archiving
- Machinery
They used to be, but they're now also commonly used for onsite storage - at homes, small business, schools, councils, building sites, factories, retail stores, the list goes on.
SCF containers are designed in house and purpose built for a wide range of applications. Unlike others, we do not just buy used containers from shipping lines and re-sell them.
Yes - shipping containers are an affordable option for additional storage at your home. All you need is a bit of space and some access, and we can get a container to you.
You will need to seek council approval if you want to place your container outside of your property. There is no single national rule, so the best action is to reach out to your local council directly.
There has been an increase in container scams in recent years. You should follow these steps to ensure the seller is real:
- Request an inspection
- Check the price - if it is too good to be true, it probably is fake
- Get a contact number and Google it - many people who have been caught out before share their experience online
- Check the finer detail - ABNs, Google salespeople names, does the email domain match the website (steer clear of @gmail/@hotmail style addresses)
- Ask plenty of questions, and expect honest and clear answers.
Want to know more? Check out our detailed guide to help protect yourself when buying a container.
SCF's Head Office is in Adelaide, with a second dedicated office in Sydney.
Our depots all have sales offices (except Adelaide and Sydney), and are spread across the country in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Townsville, Darwin, Adelaide and Perth.
For a full list of our locations, including depots and sales offices, check out Our Locations.
