Shipping containers for sale
Buy 40ft Shipping Containers
40ft × 8ft × 8.5ft
40ft standard height shipping containers are becoming rare in cargo circulation. Historically shipping lines charged a premium for 40ft high cube containers, but about a decade ago they all started charging the same price to ship both standard height and high cube containers. Once there was no price difference for high cubes, shippers started shifting new 40ft container production almost exclusively to high cubes. Now 40ft High Cube One Trip containers are cheaper than 40ft standard height One Trip containers even though standard units are cheaper to produce. At some point in the next decade the used 40ft standard containers that are in cargo circulation will all be cycled out and used 40ft standard containers will be obsolete. For the time being, customers can save about $100 on 40ft standard containers compared to high cubes.
Quick facts
- Dimensions
- 40ft × 8ft × 8.5ft
- Availability
- Available in One Trip, CWO, WWT & Rentals, depending on the region
- Delivery
- Requires at least 120 feet for delivery
Typical uses
- Construction sites: Contractors store heavy tools, bulk materials, and expensive equipment safely.
- Retail inventory: Stores manage seasonal overflow, promotional displays, and excess merchandise.
- Facility maintenance: Schools, parks, and industrial yards keep long-term supplies protected from weather and theft.
Buyer considerations
- Catalog dimensions: 40ft × 8ft × 8.5ft.
- Catalog availability language: Available in One Trip, CWO, WWT & Rentals, depending on the region.
- 40ft containers use a roll-off truck and need a total of 120 linear feet of space for the container to be dropped off.
- Local starting prices vary by market; use a market page or ZIP estimate for a closer number.
How 40′ Standard compares
| Attribute | 20′ Standard | 40′ Standard | 40′ High Cube |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior size | 20′ × 8′ × 8.5′ | 40′ × 8′ × 8.5′ | 40′ × 8′ × 9.5′ |
| Interior height | Standard (8.5′) | Standard (8.5′) | High cube (9.5′) |
| Delivery clearance | At least 75 feet | At least 120 feet | At least 120 feet |
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