Description
This 40-foot shipping container offers a practical and spacious enclosure for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and agricultural applications. Its cargo-worthy status confirms its fitness for intermodal transport, providing assurance of its structural integrity for moving goods or for secure storage in demanding environments.
The container’s construction prioritizes longevity and security. The corrugated walls are fabricated from weathering steel, specifically formulated to withstand impact and resist corrosion over extended periods of outdoor exposure. The double rear doors feature integrated locking rods that engage with the door frame at multiple points, and the doors are fitted with a compression gasket to create a weather-resistant seal. The marine-grade plywood floor is treated to resist moisture and insect damage, providing a stable, load-bearing surface suitable for forklift and pallet jack traffic.
This unit is in operational condition. The exterior will exhibit cosmetic indications of previous service, which may include minor dents, scratches, paint wear, or surface rust. These visual characteristics are typical of standard shipping containers and do not compromise the unit’s cargo-worthiness or its ability to function as a secure, weather-resistant enclosure.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| External Length | 40 ft (12.19 m) |
| External Width | 8 ft (2.44 m) |
| External Height | 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m) |
| Internal Length | 39 ft 5 in (12.03 m) |
| Internal Width | 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) |
| Internal Height | 7 ft 10 in (2.39 m) |
| Door Opening Width | 7 ft 6 in (2.29 m) |
| Door Opening Height | 7 ft 5 in (2.26 m) |
| Material | COR-TEN (Weathering) Steel |
| Flooring | Marine-grade plywood |
| Max Gross Weight | 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg) |
| Tare Weight | 8,380 lbs (3,800 kg) |
| Max Payload | 58,820 lbs (26,680 kg) |
| Locking Mechanism | Lock rods with integrated lock boxes |
Compatibility / Intended Use
- Intermodal Transport: Suitable for shipping bulk dry freight via ocean vessel, semi-truck, and rail car.
- High-Volume Storage: Functions as a weather-resistant unit for large quantities of materials, equipment, tools, or inventory at warehouses, construction sites, and industrial facilities.
- Modular Construction: Commonly utilized as a base for large site offices, workshops, temporary structures, and infrastructure projects.
Package Includes
- (1) 40ft Standard Shipping Container, Cargo-Worthy
used 40ft shipping container for sale with nationwide UK delivery
Choose this used 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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