20Ft Steel Shipping Container/Storage Container

A 20ft storage container in used condition — in service and structurally sound. Chosen for secure dry storage. Every unit is inspected before it leaves our yard, so the grade below is what you will actually receive.

This 20ft used steel shipping container is a clean, solid option for anyone who needs secure dry storage without paying for a brand-new container. It has been in service but remains in excellent condition, with a sound floor, functioning doors, working vents and seals that help keep stored items protected from the weather.

Whether you need extra space at a job site, farm, business premises or residential property, a 20ft container gives you a useful amount of enclosed storage without taking up the space of a 40ft unit. Every container is inspected before it leaves our yard, so the condition described here is intended to reflect the unit you will actually receive.

20ft Used Shipping Container for Secure Storage

A 20ft container is one of the most practical storage sizes because it offers enough room for equipment, tools, stock and household belongings while remaining relatively easy to position on a property. The steel construction provides a secure enclosure, and the double cargo doors make it straightforward to load larger items.

This particular unit is described as being in excellent condition, making it a good fit for buyers who want a used container but do not want to start with a heavily worn or damaged unit.

Key Features

• 20ft standard container: Approximately 20ft long × 8ft wide × 8ft 6in high.
• Solid steel construction: Provides a durable and secure enclosure for equipment, inventory and personal belongings.
• Wind and watertight: Door seals and the container structure help protect stored contents from rain and outside weather.
• Clean, structurally sound floor: The floor is reported to be in near-new condition with no significant damage.
• Functional ventilation: Air vents encourage airflow and can help reduce the buildup of condensation inside the container.
• Lockable double doors: Wide access makes loading bulky items easier while allowing the container to be secured when closed.
• Ready for immediate storage: A practical option for customers who need additional secure storage without waiting for a major conversion.

What Can You Store in a 20ft Container?

A 20ft storage container can handle a surprisingly wide range of items. Businesses commonly use them for equipment and inventory, while homeowners may use them for furniture, seasonal belongings or items that need to be kept out of the weather.

Typical uses include:

• Construction tools and equipment
• Business inventory and stock
• Farm equipment and supplies
• Furniture and household belongings
• Seasonal equipment
• Machinery and spare parts
• Building materials
• Garden equipment
• Retail overflow storage
• Job-site storage

The enclosed steel structure is particularly useful when you need storage that can be placed close to where the work is happening. Instead of moving tools and materials back and forth to a distant warehouse, a container can provide a dedicated storage area directly on or near the site.

Dimensions and Capacity

The exterior dimensions are approximately 20ft long × 8ft wide × 8ft 6in high. Internal dimensions are approximately 19'4" long × 7'8" wide × 7'10" high, providing around 1,170 cubic feet of internal volume.

Exact internal measurements can vary slightly depending on the manufacturer and container construction. If you plan to install shelving, racking or large equipment, it is sensible to confirm the available dimensions and door opening before finalizing your storage layout.

Dimensions and capacity

Internal dimensions are approximately 19 ft 4 in × 7 ft 8 in × 7 ft 10 in (5,898 × 2,350 × 2,393 mm), giving 1,170 cu ft (33.1 m³) of usable space, with double doors at one end. These are the standard figures for a 20ft container; exact internals vary slightly by manufacturer.

Condition

This is a used container that has been in service. It is wind and watertight — no holes, working door seals, an intact roof — but it shows its history: surface rust, dents and previous owner markings are normal and do not affect how it performs.

What it is good for

This unit is commonly used for secure dry storage. Doors, windows, insulation, electrics and paint can all be added before it ships — it is cheaper and neater to specify a conversion while the container is still in our yard than to modify it on your site afterwards.

Browse more in 20ft Containers, or see the full container catalogue.

Standards and inspection

Containers intended for international shipping carry a valid safety approval plate under the Convention for Safe Containers, administered by the International Maritime Organization. Condition grades such as cargo-worthy follow the inspection criteria published by the Institute of International Container Lessors. If you need a unit for shipping rather than static storage, tell us and we will confirm its plate before dispatch.

Delivery

Delivery is quoted against your site access rather than published as a flat rate, because haulage for a container depends on the distance, the approach and whether a crane is needed. Most deliveries use a tilt-bed truck, which needs a clear and reasonably level run about twice the container length. We price it before you commit.