This reference chart covers every standard shipping container size we sell. All dimensions follow ISO shipping container standards.
Container Size Chart
| Size | Exterior | Interior | Capacity | Floor Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10ft | 10′ × 8′ × 8’6″ | 9’4″ × 7’8″ × 7’10” | ~560 cu ft | ~75 sq ft |
| 20ft Standard | 20′ × 8′ × 8’6″ | 19’4″ × 7’9″ × 7’10” | 1,172 cu ft | ~150 sq ft |
| 20ft High Cube | 20′ × 8′ × 9’6″ | 19’4″ × 7’9″ × 8’10” | ~1,316 cu ft | ~150 sq ft |
| 40ft Standard | 40′ × 8′ × 8’6″ | 39’5″ × 7’9″ × 7’10” | 2,390 cu ft | ~300 sq ft |
| 40ft High Cube | 40′ × 8′ × 9’6″ | 39’5″ × 7’9″ × 8’10” | ~2,700 cu ft | ~300 sq ft |
| 45ft | 45′ × 8′ × 9’6″ | 44’3″ × 7’8″ × 8’10” | ~3,040 cu ft | ~340 sq ft |
What Fits Inside?
10ft container (~560 cu ft): Fits in most driveways and backyard spaces. Good for tools, seasonal items, or a small workshop. About the size of a large walk-in closet.
20ft container (~1,172 cu ft): Holds 10–11 standard pallets, a single car, or roughly the contents of a 1–2 bedroom apartment. The most popular residential storage size.
40ft container (~2,390 cu ft): Holds 20–22 standard pallets, up to 3 compact cars, or the contents of a 3–4 bedroom house. Standard for construction and commercial use.
45ft container (~3,040 cu ft): Five feet longer than a standard 40ft, providing over 3,000 cubic feet. Less common — call for availability.
Weight Capacity
- 20ft: Tare weight ~5,070 lbs, payload capacity ~47,840 lbs
- 40ft: Tare weight ~8,265 lbs, payload capacity ~58,935 lbs
- 45ft: Tare weight ~10,580 lbs
All containers are built from 14-gauge corten (weathering) steel and last 25+ years on dry land. Browse all sizes on our containers page or call (214) 399-9272 for a free quote.