Used 40ft Standard Shipping Container
Need serious storage space without committing to a permanent building? Our Used 40ft Standard Shipping Container offers secure, weather-resistant storage for businesses, farms and industrial sites, giving you nearly 68 cubic metres of usable space in one durable unit that is ready for work from day one.
Product Overview
When operations outgrow available space, flexibility becomes just as important as capacity. The Used 40ft Standard Shipping Container provides an immediate storage solution that can be delivered, positioned and put into service without the delays or expense associated with constructing additional buildings.
Favoured by logistics companies, contractors, manufacturers and agricultural businesses, this container is ideal for storing bulky machinery, palletised stock, long materials, seasonal inventory and equipment that needs to remain protected from Australia’s changing weather conditions. Its generous internal dimensions allow forklifts and pallet jacks to be used more efficiently, reducing handling time and improving site organisation.
Rather than being refurbished to hide its history, each unit retains the authentic characteristics of a working shipping container. Minor dents, repaired sections, faded paint and shipping markings reflect years of international service while adding nothing to compromise its structural integrity. Every container is carefully inspected before delivery to ensure the doors operate correctly, the flooring remains solid and the structure continues to provide dependable protection.
For businesses seeking practical storage that performs reliably year after year, the Used 40ft Standard Shipping Container delivers exceptional capacity, proven durability and outstanding long-term value.
Key Features
Cargo Worthy (CW) quality
Full-length 40ft storage capacity
Secure double cargo doors
Heavy-duty Corten steel construction
Marine-grade timber flooring
Four-point locking system
Weather-resistant design
ISO corner castings
Forklift compatible
Ready for immediate deployment
Professionally inspected
Australia-wide delivery
Technical Specifications
Specification | Details |
External Dimensions | 12.192m × 2.438m × 2.591m |
Internal Dimensions | 12.032m × 2.350m × 2.393m |
Door Opening | 2.340m × 2.280m |
Tare Weight | Approx. 3,750 kg |
Maximum Gross Weight | 30,480 kg |
Cubic Capacity | 67.7 m³ |
Flooring | Marine Grade Timber |
Construction | Corten Steel |
Certification | Cargo Worthy (where applicable) |
Why Choose This Container?
Unlike smaller storage units that quickly become overcrowded, the Used 40ft Standard Shipping Container provides room to organise equipment properly while maintaining easy access. Its larger footprint makes it especially suitable for businesses that rotate inventory, manage project materials across multiple locations or require dependable long-term storage without expanding their premises.
Best Suited For
Distribution centres
Warehouses
Manufacturing businesses
Construction companies
Mining operations
Agricultural enterprises
Vehicle and machinery storage
Retail inventory
Emergency storage
Government and council projects
Available Colours
Depending on current stock availability:
Blue
Green
Grey
Beige
Red
Delivery Information
Fast Australia-wide delivery is available using specialist container transport equipment. Delivery charges vary based on destination, site accessibility, unloading requirements and travel distance.
What’s Included
Professionally inspected Cargo Worthy container
Operational locking doors
Marine-grade timber flooring
Structural inspection
Ready-to-use condition
Warranty
Includes a 6-month structural warranty covering the container’s structural integrity under normal use. Cosmetic wear, paint fading, dents and surface rust resulting from previous service are considered normal characteristics of used containers and are not covered.
