20ft Shipping Containers for Sale
The most popular on-site size — compact, easy to place and delivered almost anywhere. Standard (8’6″) and high-cube (9’6″), new (one-trip) and used, wind & water tight, across Southern California.
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See your 20ft container in 3D
Compare standard and high-cube height side by side, switch conditions, and open the cargo doors. Drag to rotate, scroll to zoom.
20ft containers in stock
Real units from our Southern California inventory — photographed before dispatch. We send condition photos of your actual container before delivery.
20-foot container specifications
Standard and high-cube 20ft dimensions. Exact figures vary slightly by manufacturer — we confirm specs with your quote.
| Spec | Standard (8’6″) | High-Cube (9’6″) |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Length | 20 ft (6.06 m) | 20 ft (6.06 m) |
| Exterior Width | 8 ft (2.44 m) | 8 ft (2.44 m) |
| Exterior Height | 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m) | 9 ft 6 in (2.90 m) |
| Interior Length | 19 ft 4 in (5.90 m) | 19 ft 4 in (5.90 m) |
| Interior Width | 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) | 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) |
| Interior Height | 7 ft 10 in (2.39 m) | 8 ft 10 in (2.69 m) |
| Door Opening Height | 7 ft 6 in (2.28 m) | 8 ft 5 in (2.58 m) |
| Capacity | ~1,170 cu ft | ~1,360 cu ft |
| Max Payload | ~62,000 lbs | ~61,000 lbs |
Which 20ft height is right for you?
Both are 20 feet long and 8 feet wide — the only difference is height. A standard 20ft is 8 ft 6 in tall; a high-cube is 9 ft 6 in tall, adding roughly 190 cubic feet (about 13% more volume) and a full foot of interior headroom — all in the same compact footprint.
Choose standard for general storage and the widest availability. Choose high-cube when you need the extra height for tall equipment, palletised loads, or a small office or workshop conversion. Use the 3D viewer above to see the height difference for yourself.
| Feature | Standard 20ft | High-Cube 20ft |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Height | 8 ft 6 in | 9 ft 6 in (+1 ft) |
| Interior Height | 7 ft 10 in | 8 ft 10 in |
| Capacity | ~1,170 ft³ | ~1,360 ft³ (+~13%) |
| Best For | General storage, shipping | Tall cargo & small conversions |
| Footprint | Identical — 20 ft × 8 ft | |
Common uses for 20-foot containers
On-Site Storage
The go-to size for driveways, yards and job sites — secure, weatherproof storage right where you need it.
Moving & Relocation
Load at your pace and ship or store — a compact, portable, lockable box.
Construction Sites
Tool cribs and secure equipment vaults that fit tight job-site footprints.
Shipping & Freight
The original intermodal box — and rated for heavy, dense cargo up to ~62,000 lbs.
Small Conversions
Site offices, coffee kiosks, workshops and pop-ups — the perfect starter footprint.
Retail & Events
Seasonal storage, festival back-of-house and secure merchandise lock-ups.
New vs. used 20-foot containers
New (one-trip) 20ft containers have made a single ocean voyage — essentially like-new, with fresh paint and no rust or odors. They’re the pick for conversions, branding and clean storage. Used (cargo-worthy) 20ft containers are more affordable and ideal for general on-site storage where cosmetic condition isn’t the priority. We grade all used inventory and send photos before delivery.
| Feature | New (One-Trip) | Used (Cargo-Worthy) |
|---|---|---|
| Condition | Like new, minimal wear | Some dents, rust or scratches |
| Service Life | 25+ years | 10–15 years |
| Cost | Higher upfront price | Most budget-friendly |
| Best For | Conversions, branding, clean storage | Everyday on-site storage |
| Wind & Water Tight | Yes | Yes |
Why the 20ft is the most popular size
Fits almost anywhere
Half the length of a 40ft — drops onto most driveways, yards and tight job sites.
Easy delivery
Delivered on a standard tilt-bed truck with less room to maneuver than larger sizes.
Heavy-duty
Rated for up to ~62,000 lbs of dense cargo — nearly the payload of a 40ft in half the space.
Best entry price
The most affordable way into a durable, secure, weatherproof steel container.
Get your 20ft container quote today
Call or request a quote and we’ll give you a delivered price, anywhere in the LA area. Standard or high-cube, new or used, delivery and rentals available.
Need a different size?
Compare with our other container sizes and conditions — we’ll help you pick the right fit.
40ft Containers
Our most popular long size — standard and high-cube. View 40ft →
45ft Containers
Five extra feet and full high-cube height. View 45ft →
Modifications
Turn a 20ft into an office, kiosk or workshop. View modifications →
20 FT container questions
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20ft container specifications and reference
Checking whether a 20 foot container fits your site or your load? These reference pages carry the full ISO measurements, tare weight and payload figures.
- 20 foot shipping container dimensions — exterior and interior length, width and height, door opening and cubic capacity.
- how much a 20 foot shipping container weighs — tare, payload and gross weight, and what that means for the truck and the ground it sits on.
- shipping container dimensions for every size — 10ft, 20ft, 40ft, 45ft and high cube side by side.
- side door and open-side modifications — cut and framed in welded steel, from a single doorway to a full open side.
- Also sold as a conex box — same container, older American name still used on military, government and job sites.
- roll-up doors — lifts straight into a header, so it needs no swing clearance at all.
- double door and tunnel containers — cargo doors at both ends, so you can load straight through or split one container between two users.
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