Shipping Containers For Sale

Yes we sell Shipping Containers!

We can provide A Grade (1 or 2 trip) Containers, or B Grade Containers for Sale and Delivery Australia Wide to Commercial Sites (note we do not deliver to residential addresses).

Please contact us for a quote and availability today: CONTAINER PURCHASE ENQUIRY FORM or call 1300857851

 

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CONTAINERS FOR SALE

20ft B Grade units, Containers come with a current CSC for Rail/Ferry Transport and are Water and Wind Tight (Examples of B Grade below)

20ft High Cube and 40ft High Cube Containers. These units are 1 foot taller than a Standard GP unit.

Side Opening Containers. These are very useful for Event Containers, or to Load Large items that do not fit through the front doors.

 

Shipping containers are standardized metal boxes used for the global transport and storage of goods. They are made of durable, weather-resistant steel and come in various sizes, primarily 20 and 40 feet long, but also including 10-foot containers. These containers are designed for intermodal transport, meaning they can be moved easily between different modes of transportation like ships, trains, and trucks.

Here's a more detailed look at shipping container information:
Types and Sizes:
  • Standard: 20-foot and 40-foot containers are most common for international shipping. 
  • High Cube: These are taller than standard containers, adding an extra foot in height. 
  • Open Top: Designed for loading and unloading large or bulky items from the top. 
Construction and Materials:
  • Corten Steel: Most containers are made of maritime-grade corten steel, also known as weathering steel, which is an alloy designed to rust. 
  • Durability: The steel construction provides a robust and weather-resistant structure. 
Uses:
  • Global Shipping: The primary use is in intermodal shipping, facilitating international trade and domestic transport via commercial rail
  • Storage: Containers can be used for on-site storage, particularly on building work sites
  • On-site Workspaces: They can be modified internally into sheds, workshops, or offices. 
  • Modular Living: Some containers are converted into homes or offices. 
  • Events and Festivals: Containers are used for on-site storage at events or to sell official merchandise 
Dimensions:
  • Standard 20-foot:

    Approximately 6.05 meters (20 feet) long, 2.43 meters (8 feet) wide, and 2.59 meters (8.5 feet) tall. 

  • Standard 40-foot:

    Approximately 12 meters (40 feet) long, 2.43 meters (8 feet) wide, and 2.59 meters (8.5 feet) tall. 

  • High Cube:

    The height is increased by 1 foot (approximately 2.89 meters or 9.5 feet). 

  • Interior dimensions:

    The inside dimensions are slightly smaller than the exterior dimensions due to the structure of the container. 

Weight:
  • Empty Weight: A standard 20-foot container has an empty weight of about 2400 kg. A standard 40-foot container has an empty weight of about 3800 kg
  • Maximum Gross Weight: The maximum loaded weight a 40-foot container our side loader can lift and carry is 21T gross
Certification and Inspection:
  • CSC Plate:
    Containers used for shipping must have a CSC (Container Safety Convention) plate, indicating they have been inspected and meet safety standards.
    If the container is new, it is certified for rail/ferry commercial transport for 5 years from the date of manufacture
  • Reinspection:
    Containers certified for shipping must be reinspected at every 18 months