Shipping container dimensions vary in length and width. Most commonly, containers are around 10-feet, 20-feet, or 40-feet long, each at around 8 feet wide. The height of each shipping container varies between standard height (8 feet 6 inches) and "high cube" (9 feet 6 inches), which are often used to increase storage space or create better air circulation. Check out the table below for a breakdown of shipping container dimensions and specifications.
| Container | Exterior Dimensions (LxWxH) | Interior Dimensions (LxWxH) | Door Opening (WxH) | Square Footage | Typical Weight (Empty) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Foot Container | 9'9.75" x 8' x 8'6" | 9'3" x 7'8" x 7'10" | 7'8" x 7'5" | 75 square-feet | 2,850 lb |
| 20-Foot Container | 19'10.5" x 8' x 8'6" | 19'3" x 7'8" x 7'10" | 7'8" x 7'5" | 150 square-feet | 5,050 lb |
| 20-Foot High Cube | 19'10.5" x 8' x 9'6" | 19'3" x 7'8" x 8'10" | 7'8" x 8'5.5" | 150 square-feet | 5,181 lb |
| 40-Foot Container | 40' x 8' x 8'6" | 39'5" x 7'8" x 7'10" | 7'8" x 7'5" | 300 square-feet | 8,000 lb |
| 40-Foot High Cube | 40' x 8' x 9'6" | 39'5" x 7'8" x 8'10" | 7'8" x 8'5.5" | 300 square-feet | 8,775 lb |