20-foot Container Dimensions and Weight
Here are the basic specifications for 20’ containers. While there may be some slight variations from container to container, this is a general rule of thumb.
20-foot Container Dimensions
| What? | Length | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Size | 20' | 8' | 8.5' |
| Interior Size | 19' 4.5" | 7' 8.5" | 7' 9.75" |
| Door Size | NA | 7' 8.25" | 7' 5.75" |
20-foot Container Weight (pounds)
| Max. Gross | Tare | Net |
|---|---|---|
| 52,190 | 5,140 | 47,770 |
Max. Gross: The weight of the full container including both the container and the contents
Tare: The empty weight of the container
Net: The weight capacity (Max. Gross minus Tare)
Mobility
20-foot shipping containers are very portable. They weigh approximately 5,000 pounds. With corner castings and forklift pockets, they are ideal for moving from jobsite to jobsite. They can be moved by most tow companies. See more in Moving & Delivery.
Questions?
If you are not sure what size or condition you are interested in, let us know. We can help you figure out what will meet your needs best. We can help you determine the right size, condition, modifications, paint and other options to ensure you get the right container for you. You can also visit our frequently asked questions page.
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Super Cubes worked with a customer in South Dakota to modify a 20’ container into a tornado shelter. Super Cubes delivered it out to their property and the customer anchored the container so it would not blow away in a tornado.