
40ft Shipping Container Dimensions
At Shipping Containers of Grangemouth, we offer premium 40ft shipping containers built for resilience, versatility, and long-term reliability. Perfect for commercial logistics, industrial storage, or personal use, these large units deliver high-capacity secure storage at an unbeatable value. Whether you're after a new one-trip unit or a refurbished classic, we have a solution that suits your needs.
Core Features
- Wind and waterproof – robust enough for Scotland’s harshest conditions
- Certified for international shipping (CSC plated)
- Excellent for commercial or personal storage
- Secure locking system with factory-fitted lockbox
- 28mm marine-grade plywood floor on steel cross members
40ft Container Specifications
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 cu ft | 67 m³ |
Door Opening (W x H) | 7' 8 1/8" x 7' 5 1/2" | 2.340 x 2.274 m |
Internal Dimensions (L x W x H) | 39' 5 11/16" x 7' 8 1/2" x 7' 10 7/32" | 12.032 x 2.350 x 2.393 m |
Gross Weight | 71,650 lb | 32,500 kg |
Tare Weight | 8,010 lb | 3,630 kg |
Designed for Practicality and Performance
These general-purpose 40ft shipping containers are made from heavy-duty corten steel with marine-grade paint, ensuring maximum durability against corrosion and external elements. The flooring is constructed from 28 mm-thick marine plywood, offering a strong base for machinery, palletised goods, or bulky equipment.
Versatile Applications
From construction sites and logistics hubs to farms and festivals, these containers are the go-to solution for:
- Bulk storage of tools, equipment, or stock
- Secure, weatherproof space on large sites
- On-site workshops and plant enclosures
- Modified units for accommodation, offices, or bespoke builds
Trusted Across Scotland
With depots in Glasgow, Falkirk, and Grangemouth, we deliver 40ft containers quickly and affordably to businesses and private customers throughout Scotland. Our team offers helpful placement advice and will coordinate the most efficient delivery method based on your site.
Need Help Choosing the Right Container?
We’ll walk you through the process, from selecting the right specification to arranging timely delivery. Whether you need a single container or a whole fleet, we're here to help.
Contact the Shipping Containers of Grangemouth team today for expert advice. Call 0330 0130 636 or email