20ft Standard
20ft Shipping Containers
The 20ft standard container is the most popular size for on-site storage — compact enough for a driveway or small lot, with room for the contents of a one- or two-bedroom home.
20ft Standard dimensions and specs
| Outside (L × W × H) | 20' × 8' × 8'6" |
|---|---|
| Inside (L × W × H) | approx. 19'4" × 7'8" × 7'10" |
| Door opening (W × H) | approx. 7'8" × 7'6" |
| Floor area | approx. 160 sq ft |
| Capacity | approx. 1,170 cu ft (33 m³) |
| Empty (tare) weight | approx. 4,800–5,000 lb |
| Max gross weight | approx. 52,900 lb (24,000 kg) |
Inside measurements, door openings and weights vary slightly by manufacturer and unit.
What fits inside
- Contents of a 1–2 bedroom home
- A small car or two motorcycles
- About 10 standard pallets
- Tools, equipment and job-site materials
Common uses
- Home and garage storage
- Job-site tool and material storage
- Farm, ranch and equipment storage
- Retail and business inventory overflow
- Small workshops and conversions
Grades available in 20ft Standard
One-Trip (New)
Essentially new — used for a single trip from the factory. Best appearance and longest life.
Cargo Worthy (CW) - Used
Used, but still meets the standards for shipping cargo. Structurally sound with normal wear.
Wind & Water Tight (WWT) - Used
Used and sealed against wind and water. The value choice for on-site storage.
See the buying guide for the full grade comparison.
What affects the price of a 20ft Standard container
Grade
One-Trip costs more than Cargo Worthy, which costs more than Wind and Water Tight.
Distance from the nearest depot
Delivery is by tilt bed truck, so the trip from our closest depot to your site matters.
Delivery site conditions
Access, clearance and ground conditions can affect what's needed on delivery day.
Check the delivery guidelines for the space and ground prep a 20ft Standard delivery needs.
Get a quote on a 20ft Standard container
Tell us your grade and ZIP code — we'll send pricing with delivery.