Description
The 40-foot containers fit on ships, trains, and trucks worldwide. They are ISO-compliant, extremely durable, and suit a wide variety of needs.
40-foot Shipping Container Applications
Additional Storage
- Our secure 40-foot shipping containers are the ideal solution for extra inventory or equipment storage. Their steel construction and weather-tight design provide durable and versatile space exactly when you need it. Forklift-ready and stackable, these standard containers efficiently utilize the available yard area at your facility. With standard dimensions, they fit neatly in the space you have and are moveable as your business storage needs change.
Shipping and transport
- Built to ISO standards, they easily handle ocean voyages while keeping cargo safe and dry. With forklift pockets and secure locking doors, they are easy to transport and load at each destination. Their standard 40-foot size fits tightly on ships, trains, and trucks for cost-efficient global transport.
Additional space
- Our standard 40-foot shipping containers provide economical, modular space for your home or office needs. Their steel build means a secure room with doors you can lock. Containers stack and connect for versatile layouts and are portable to relocate. With some simple modifications, they become living spaces, pop-up shops, backyard studios, or affordable office spaces.
Dimensions
External dimensions: Length: 40′ (12.19 m), Width: 8′ (2.44 m), Height: 8′ 6” (2.6 m)
Internal dimensions: Length: 39’ 5 3/4” (12.03 m), Width: 7’ 8 1/2” (2.35 m), Height: 7′ 10” (2.29 m)
Door dimensions: Width: 7’ 8 1/16” (2.34 m), Height: 7’ 5 25/32” (2.28 m)
Tare weight: 8,060 lbs. (3,655 kg)
Payload: 59,140 lbs. (26,825 kg)
Gross weight: 67,200 lbs. (30,480 kg)
Cubic capacity: 2,386 cu. ft. (67.6 cu.m.)
new 40ft shipping container for sale with nationwide UK delivery
Choose this new 40ft shipping container for sale as a secure and practical solution for storage, transport or conversion projects. Nelsons Shipping Containers supplies customers throughout the UK and can discuss availability, delivery access, positioning and offloading before an order is confirmed.
Benefits of a 40ft container
A 40ft unit provides substantial capacity for commercial, construction, industrial, agricultural and self-storage requirements. Consider the intended use, container condition, door configuration, ventilation, security and site access when comparing options.
Ordering and delivery
Provide your postcode and relevant site details when requesting a quotation. Browse our shipping containers for sale or contact our container specialists for current availability and delivery guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Is nationwide UK delivery available?
Yes. Delivery options depend on the postcode, suitable vehicle access, ground conditions and final positioning requirements.
Can I request product information before ordering?
Yes. Ask our team for available specifications and current product photographs.




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