Container sizes
Five common lengths, two heights. Most people end up with a 20 or a 40, but it's worth knowing the options.
Compare sizes
| Size | Exterior (approx.) | Interior (approx.) | Volume (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 10' L × 8' W × 8'6" H | about 9'3" L × 7'8" W × 7'10" H | about 560 cu ft |
| 20 ft | 20' L × 8' W × 8'6" H | about 19'4" L × 7'8" W × 7'10" H | about 1,170 cu ft |
| 40 ft | 40' L × 8' W × 8'6" H | about 39'5" L × 7'8" W × 7'10" H | about 2,390 cu ft |
| 40 ft high cube | 40' L × 8' W × 9'6" H | about 39'5" L × 7'8" W × 8'10" H | about 2,690 cu ft |
| 45 ft high cube | 45' L × 8' W × 9'6" H | about 44'5" L × 7'8" W × 8'10" H | about 3,040 cu ft |
Figures are typical and vary by manufacturer. Ask your supplier for the exact interior and door opening sizes of the unit you're quoted.
Size guides
10 ft →
A 10 footer is the smallest common container.
20 ft →
The 20 footer is the size most people end up with.
40 ft →
A 40 footer gives you twice the floor of a 20.
40 ft high cube →
A high cube is a foot taller than a standard container.
45 ft high cube →
45 footers are the longest container you'll usually see offered for storage.
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