20ft Containers

Which condition to buy

One-trip units have carried a single load from the factory. The paint is unmarked, the floor is clean and the doors seal properly. Used stock is graded: cargo-worthy carries a valid CSC plate and can still be shipped, wind and watertight is sound for storage but would not pass a survey.

If the container is going to sit in a compound for a decade, wind and watertight does the same job for less. If it is going on a ship, or somewhere customers will see it, pay for cargo-worthy or one-trip.

Groundwork and delivery

Four points take the weight, one at each corner casting. Concrete pads or sleepers are enough. What matters is that they are level, because a container that sits twisted will not close cleanly.

Leave 60 feet of straight approach, 14 feet of width and 15 feet of overhead clearance for the crane arm. If you are unsure, send us a photograph of the access with your enquiry.

Related

Wanting more height? See high cube containers. Tighter site? 10ft containers need far less room. For a converted office or workshop in this size, see modified containers.