20' L x 8' W x 8'6" H
20ft standard container
The most popular size for homes, small farms and jobsites. Holds the contents of a one-car garage with room to walk in.
$2,600 to $6,000 delivered, est.
New and used containers, delivered
Steel shipping containers, dropped right where you need them.
Tell us your ZIP code and what you need. We line up a vetted depot near you, book the tilt-bed delivery, and send you one exact delivered price. One point of contact from quote to drop-off.
- 20ft, 40ft, 40ft high cube10ft on request
- New or usedThree honest grades
- $2,600 to $8,000Typical delivered range, estimate
Pick a size
Three standard sizes cover almost every job
Every container is 8 ft wide. Length decides how much floor you get; height decides whether you can stack shelves to the ceiling.
40' L x 8' W x 8'6" H
40ft standard container
Double the floor of a 20 for not much more money per square foot. Built for farms, contractors and businesses with real volume.
$3,000 to $7,500 delivered, est.
40' L x 8' W x 9'6" H
40ft high cube container
A 40 with an extra foot of height. Easier to stand, stack shelving and fit taller equipment, and the most common new 40.
$3,300 to $8,000 delivered, est.
Need a 10ft container? They're not a standard shipping size, so we check what depots near you actually have before we quote.
Pick a grade
Honest grades, explained in plain words
Used containers have lived a life at sea. Here's what each grade really means, and what it doesn't, so nothing surprises you on delivery day.
Best looking
New / one-trip
Built new, shipped loaded once, then retired. As close to new as containers get.
- Clean, even paint and straight panels
- Doors that swing and seal easily
- A clean, dry floor
Best for: Visible spots near the house, conversions and workshops, and anyone who wants the longest life.
Middle ground
Cargo-worthy (used)
Used, but structurally sound enough to be judged fit to carry cargo when it was inspected.
- Faded or patchy paint
- Surface rust spots and dents
- Patches and repairs are normal
Best for: Storage that needs to be solid and secure, and anyone who might ship or move it later.
Best value
Wind and watertight (used)
The budget grade. Retired from shipping, cosmetically worn, but keeps wind and water out.
- Heavy cosmetic wear: rust streaks, dents, mismatched paint
- Doors that work, though they may be stiff
- A floor that may be stained or patched
Best for: Farm, ranch and jobsite storage where looks do not matter and price does.
How it works
One price, one point of contact
We don't own a yard full of boxes. We work with vetted container depots and local tilt-bed drivers, and we handle it start to finish so you don't have to call around.
- 1
Tell us what you need
ZIP code, size, grade, doors and a few details about your site. About two minutes.
- 2
We line up a depot
We check stock at vetted depots near you and match the container to what you asked for.
- 3
You get one delivered price
A person texts or emails the exact price, container plus delivery, and the delivery window. No obligation.
- 4
Tilt-bed drop-off
The truck slides your container off right where you want it, doors facing the way you chose.
Before delivery day
Will a truck fit? Check these three things
Containers come off a tilt-bed truck, so the truck needs room to line up, tilt and drive out from under the box.
- A long, straight approach. Roughly 60 to 100 ft for a 20ft container and 100 to 150 ft for a 40ft, about 12 ft wide.
- Room overhead. No low wires or branches along the route or over the drop spot; the box rises as the bed tilts.
- Firm, level ground. Gravel, concrete or packed dirt. Wet lawns and soft fill can swallow a heavy truck.
What people use them for
Farms, jobsites, backyards and workshops
Home and backyard storage
A lockable steel room for the mower, bikes, tools and everything the garage can no longer hold.
Farm and ranch
Rodent-resistant, weatherproof storage for feed, tack, tools and equipment, set wherever the truck can reach.
Jobsite storage
Lockable, weatherproof storage for tools and materials on a build, without monthly rental fees.
Workshop
A solid steel shell for a workbench, tools and a project, ready to fit out the way you want.
Typical prices
What a delivered container usually costs
Ranges, not promises. Prices move with steel, shipping demand and how far you are from a depot. Your quote is the real number.
| Size | Wind and watertight (used) | Cargo-worthy (used) | New / one-trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20ft standard | $2,600 to $4,200 | $2,900 to $4,500 | $3,900 to $6,000 |
| 40ft standard | $3,000 to $5,000 | $3,400 to $5,400 | $5,200 to $7,500 |
| 40ft high cube | $3,300 to $5,400 | $3,600 to $5,800 | $5,500 to $8,000 |
| 10ft | Ask us: supply and pricing vary a lot by area | ||
Estimates, not quotes. Typical delivered ranges (container plus standard tilt-bed delivery nearby) as of October 2026. Your price depends on your ZIP code, distance from the depot, stock and options, and is confirmed with your quote before you pay anything.
Dimensions
Sizes side by side
| Spec | 20ft standard | 40ft standard | 40ft high cube | 10ft (ask us) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outside (L x W x H) | 20' L x 8' W x 8'6" H | 40' L x 8' W x 8'6" H | 40' L x 8' W x 9'6" H | 10' L x 8' W x 8'6" H |
| Inside (L x W x H) | about 19'4" x 7'8" x 7'10" | about 39'5" x 7'8" x 7'10" | about 39'5" x 7'8" x 8'10" | about 9'3" x 7'8" x 7'10" |
| Door opening | about 7'8" W x 7'5" H | about 7'8" W x 7'5" H | about 7'8" W x 8'5" H | about 7'8" W x 7'5" H |
| Floor area | about 150 sq ft | about 300 sq ft | about 300 sq ft | about 70 sq ft |
| Volume | about 1,170 cu ft | about 2,390 cu ft | about 2,690 cu ft | about 560 cu ft |
| Empty weight | about 4,800 to 5,100 lb | about 8,000 to 8,400 lb | about 8,600 to 8,900 lb | about 2,500 to 3,000 lb |
Typical figures. Exact dimensions and weights vary a little by manufacturer and age. 10ft containers are not a standard shipping size, so their specs vary more.
Straight answers to what people ask before they buy. See all questions.
Before you buy
How much does a shipping container cost?
As a rough guide, a used 20ft container delivered locally typically runs about $2,600 to $4,500, a new one-trip 20ft about $3,900 to $6,000, and 40ft containers about $3,000 to $8,000 depending on grade and height. These are estimates. Your price depends on your ZIP code, the distance from the depot and what is in stock, and comes with your quote.
What is the difference between new, cargo-worthy and wind-and-watertight?
New (one-trip) containers were shipped once and look close to new. Cargo-worthy containers are used but were judged structurally fit to carry cargo when inspected. Wind-and-watertight containers are retired from shipping, cosmetically worn, but sealed against wind and rain when inspected. All three keep your things dry; they differ in looks, structure and price.
How much space does the delivery truck need?
For a 20ft container, plan on roughly 60 to 100 ft of straight, clear approach and about 12 ft of width. For a 40ft, roughly 100 to 150 ft. You also need overhead clearance with no low wires or branches, since the bed and container rise as the bed tilts. Firm, level ground matters: trucks get stuck in soft dirt and wet lawns.
Who is Container Koala?
Container Koala is a container broker. We do not own a depot or trucks. When you ask for a price, we line up a vetted container depot near you that has the size and grade you want, arrange the tilt-bed delivery, and give you one delivered price. You deal with us from quote to drop-off.
Can I see the exact container before I buy?
Sometimes. Many depots can send photos of the actual unit, and some will let you visit. Others sell by grade only and pick the box at loading time. We tell you which applies and ask for photos whenever the depot offers them.
What should I put under the container?
Level, firm ground at minimum. A compacted gravel pad, railroad ties or concrete blocks under the corners are common and keep the floor out of standing water. A level container also keeps the doors opening and closing smoothly.
Get one delivered price for your container
Start with your ZIP code. A real person checks depots near you and sends the exact price for the container delivered to your site, usually within one business day.