Est. 1999 · 30+ years trading12 UK depots · Nationwide delivery
MAX CAPACITY 67m³ · NEW ONE-TRIP ONLY

40ft Shipping Containers For Sale & Hire UK

40ft shipping containers offer the maximum standard capacity available — twice the volume of a 20ft for less than twice the price. The serious storage solution for major projects, container conversions, and businesses with real volume needs.

In Stock40ft Triple Eight shipping container
~67 m³
Capacity
~3.8 t
Empty Weight
~30 t
Max Loaded
ISO 1496
Certified
FULL SPECIFICATIONS

Interactive 40ft container specifications

Browse the exact internal/external dimensions, door clearances, and load metrics for the 40ft unit. All sizes approximate, subject to ISO variations.

Interactive shipping container specifications

Shipping container dimensions diagram Doors both ends
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Capacity

Empty weight

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Approximate sizes throughout, subject to ISO variations.

WHY CHOOSE 40FT

The right size for your project

Maximum Standard Size

Twice the floor area of a 20ft unit — 67m³ of secure, weatherproof storage. The biggest standard container size on the market.

Best Bulk Value

Costs less than two 20ft units for the same volume — and you only pay one delivery, one pad, one securing setup.

High Cube Available

Add 1ft of internal headroom with a 40ft High Cube — perfect for tall machinery, racking, or container home conversions.

Container Homes

The go-to size for container home builds, garden gym studios, workshop conversions, and live-in cabin projects.

Heavy Plant & Stock

Fits a small forklift, multiple pallets of stock, or a substantial workshop fit-out. The choice when 20ft is just not enough.

Long-Term Investment

20+ year lifespan if maintained. Cheaper per square foot than purpose-built buildings, planning-permission-friendly in most cases.

BEFORE DELIVERY

5-point delivery checklist

40ft units are large — they need real clearance for delivery and a substantial level pad. Read this carefully before booking delivery.

  1. 1
    Ensure the placement area is firm and level — minimum 12.5m × 2.6m of stable ground. Concrete pads recommended for permanent placement.
  2. 2
    Vehicle access is critical — our HIAB lorry is ~12m long with ~4m clearance height. A clear straight route in is essential.
  3. 3
    Overhead obstructions need careful checking — the lift swing path can be 6m+ at full extension.
  4. 4
    Door swing needs ~2m of clearance at the cargo end. Plan orientation accordingly before delivery.
  5. 5
    For permanent installations, consider concrete piers under each corner casting and ground anchor points.
HOW IT WORKS

Order in 4 simple steps

1

Make an enquiry

Call us on 01453 701368 or use the enquiry form, with your requirements.

2

We'll contact you

One of our experts will discuss options, give advice, and confirm your cost.

3

Delivery confirmed

We agree the date, the depot, and the precise placement requirements.

4

You receive your order

Shipped on the confirmed date and HIAB-placed exactly where required.

Team available · Mon–Fri 8am–6pm

Ready to order your 40ft container? Speak to an expert.

30 years matching containers to projects across the UK. One call and you'll have a fixed quote, honest advice, and a delivery date — usually within 2–5 working days.

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