40ft Container Dimensions
Discover the standard dimensions and capacity of our 40ft shipping containers in London. Ideal for large-scale storage and transportation, see how these containers can accommodate your shipping requirements.
40ft Container Dimensions
40ft Container Dimensions
40ft shipping containers are the go-to choice for high-volume storage, transport, and export needs. Offering nearly double the capacity of a 20ft container, they’re ideal for commercial warehousing, large relocations, or bulk cargo. With dimensions of 40ft (L) x 8ft (W) x 8ft 6in (H), these containers provide approximately 67 cubic metres of secure, weatherproof space. Explore full 40ft container specs.
| Description | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum payload | 63,640 lb | 28,870 kg |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) | 40' x 8' x 8'6" | 12.192 x 2.438 x 2.591 m |
| Internal volume | 2,366 cubic feet | 67 m3 |
| Door opening width | 7' 8 1/8" | 2.340 m |
| Door opening height | 7' 5 1/2" | 2.274 m |
| Internal length | 39' 5 11/16" | 12.032 m |
| Internal width | 7' 8 1/2" | 2.350 m |
| Internal height to load line | 7' 10 7/32" | 2.393 m |
| Gross weight | 71,650 lb | 32,500 kg |
| Tare weight | 8,010 lb | 3,630 kg |
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Jeremy and the Team were very easy to work with. extremely quick to respond to our needs and the overall delivery was spot on. The container supplied was brand new and exceptionally clean, ready for our items to be stored safely and securely.
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20' x 8' Container Delivery
The service from this company was excellent. We were working to tight deadlines and Jeremy was incredibly prompt in his communication, from the initial quote to the follow up email, to check everything had been received. He phoned the haulier and arranged a delivery around our schedule and Andy (the driver), kept us informed, so we knew exactly when he was arriving.
A professional company, that I would recommend highly.
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