SCF's 20ft shipping container is the most popular and common onsite storage solution, and with good reason! It is strong, safe, secure and quick to deliver. Not only that, it is affordable and so so easy to organise.
20ft Shipping Container
SCF's 20ft shipping container is the most popular and common onsite storage solution, and with good reason! It is strong, safe, secure and quick to deliver. Not only that, it is affordable and so so easy to organise.
Container Details
When you need secure on site storage, look no further than a 20ft container from SCF. Built from weathering carbon steel, our 20ft shipping containers are strong, secure, weatherproof units that safely protect everything inside. Their simple design makes them one of the most versatile transportable storage solutions available today.
They are commonly used for a wide range of applications including onsite storage of furniture, equipment, parts or excess stock. Perfect as a makeshift shed or workshop with workbenches, shelves and power or for transporting goods between locations on road or rail. Or store that stuff that is clogging up your home or business whilst you figure out a solution.
SCF also produce a 20ft high cube variant, which comes with a foot taller ceiling and increased storage capacity.
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Approx 6.1m L x 2.5m W x 2.6m H
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Internal Capacity 33m3
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Secure and lockable via our lockbox system
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Wind and watertight
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Pest and vermin proof
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Wooden floors
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Lashing points at the floor and ceiling to secure your goods
20ft Shipping Container Dimensions and Weight
Specifications may vary
20ft Shipping Container - General Purpose
External dimensions of a general purpose 20ft shipping container.
Calculate how much storage space you need
Find out how much storage space you need by entering the quantity of each item you want to store. Our calculator will then provide the total space required in cubic meters.
The Original 20ft Container
The original, and the best? Quite possibly. The humble 20ft container paved the way for global trade many decades ago, and not much has changed since. And whilst they continue to be the most popular container for shipping, they are also recognised around the globe as the most efficient on site storage solution. Safe, secure, vermin proof, wind and watertight, and long lasting, these containers are much cheaper option that off site storage, and they're easy to organise.
The Original 20ft Container
The original, and the best? Quite possibly. The humble 20ft container paved the way for global trade many decades ago, and not much has changed since. And whilst they continue to be the most popular container for shipping, they are also recognised around the globe as the most efficient on site storage solution. Safe, secure, vermin proof, wind and watertight, and long lasting, these containers are much cheaper option that off site storage, and they're easy to organise.
Key Features
- Approx 6.1m L x 2.5m W x 2.6m H
- Internal Capacity 33m3
- Secure and lockable via our lockbox system
- Wind and watertight
- Pest and vermin proof
- Wooden floors
- Lashing points at the floor and ceiling to secure your goods
How is this container delivered?
We aim to make your container delivery on site as smooth as possible. Please notify us when getting a container quote if there are any obstructions like power lines near where you plan to place your container or if access for a truck is likely to be tricky.
Also, please make sure that the area the truck will need to access is clear and that any loved pets and children are somewhere safe.
Delivery on site can be made using the following methods.
Tilt Tray
Tilt tray delivers a container off the back of the truck. Similar to a tow truck, the tray is mechanically lowered at an angle, and the container is slid off, with the truck moving forward at slow speed. This is the most common delivery method used for containers. Tilt trays are not suitable for sites with overhead power lines as the container height increases significantly when tilted.
Side Loader
Side loaders are used to transport our 20 foot and 40 foot shipping containers. This is the best delivery method for containers at sites that have limited space either in front or behind the area where the container is to be positioned. The container is unloaded between the two outrigger feet of the side loader, approximately half a metre from the side of the truck.
Hiab Crane
Hiab cranes lift containers from a mechanism located behind the truck's cabin. This is used when there is limited space for a side loader or tilt tray. Using a crane means the container is easily positioned at an angle or up on a raised area. It can also be used to place containers over a fence or other obstacles.
FAQ
We have competitively priced new & used 20ft containers, in a range of grades available for sale, so can cater to your budget – you get to choose.
Depending on the grade, our containers are watertight, windproof and impervious to pests and vermin. All of our 20ft shipping containers for sale feature floor and ceiling lashing points for fastening your goods.
See our Shipping Containers Buyer's Guide to get a better understanding of the options available.
If you don't need to keep or modify a container, you should consider hiring a 20ft shipping container instead. It is a much cheaper option than buying, and you will have access to the newest units in the fleet.
Remember that hiring shipping containers is an operating cost and can be tax-deductible. With a minimum contract term of 31 days, hiring is often a better solution than buying containers.
Still unsure what's best for you? Check out our guide, Should I hire or buy a shipping container?
They used to be, but they're now also commonly used for onsite storage - at homes, small business, schools, councils, building sites, factories, retail stores, the list goes on.
Yes - shipping containers are an affordable option for additional storage at your home. All you need is a bit of space and some access, and we can get a container to you.
You will need to seek council approval if you want to place your container outside of your property. There is no single national rule, so the best action is to reach out to your local council directly.
A range of options are available for the 20ft shipping containers.
- Lockbox for added security
- Steel floor
- GPS Tracking System
- Transport/Shipping Certifications
- High Cube - additional height and cubic capacity
- Variety of Container Grades available - New or Used
- Ask us about container modifications including shelving, power and lighting
There has been an increase in container scams in recent years. You should follow these steps to ensure the seller is real:
- Request an inspection
- Check the price - if it is too good to be true, it probably is fake
- Get a contact number and Google it - many people who have been caught out before share their experience online
- Check the finer detail - ABNs, Google salespeople names, does the email domain match the website (steer clear of @gmail/@hotmail style addresses)
- Ask plenty of questions, and expect honest and clear answers.
Want to know more? Check out our detailed guide to help protect yourself here.
A range of applications are suitable for our 20ft shipping containers.
- Static storage of goods, furniture and equipment
- Household goods
- Tools & machinery
- Archiving for your business, club or organisation
- Transportation of goods
