40ft Shipping Containers for Sale

Materials and features

Depending on the model, our 40ft shipping containers boast most of these features:

• Frame construction from corrosion-resistant steel
• Weatherproof rubber seals
• Plywood flooring
• Secure locking rods 
• Corner castings
• Sturdy forklift pockets 
• Fully ISO compliant materials and condition for used containers

40ft Shipping Container Delivery Procedure

To successfully deliver and hand over a 40ft shipping container of your choice, we need to be on the same page about these delivery requirements:

• Choose a place with at least 100ft of space
• Ensure your delivery location is easily accessible by 2-lane country road
• No low-hanging tree branches or other objects that can obstruct container placement

To consult more on cancellations, weather and other factors impacting delivery, visit our Buyer’s Guide.

40ft Shipping Container Use Cases

40ft shipping containers are irreplaceable solutions for any long-term, spacious construction projects. Here are some project ideas for added inspiration:

1. Home construction 

Where: residential properties, off-grid land, eco-communities

Why a 40ft container:

• More livable space per unit: a single 40ft container offers 2x the interior space of a 20ft unit. This means fewer joints, connections, and structural reinforcements to build a proper living area.
• Better for open floor plans: the extended 40ft length allows for more natural layout options, like an integrated a living room, kitchen, or two bedrooms, without cutting and connecting multiple containers.

Container type recommendation: 40ft High Cube container (insulated or pre-modified):

• High cube containers (9'6" height) provide more vertical space for insulation, lofted beds, HVAC systems, or even interior staircases in multi-level builds. 
• Opting for pre-insulated or partially modified units can also accelerate the construction process.

 2. On-site classrooms or training centers

Where: schools, corporate campuses, rural areas

Why a 40ft container:

• Space for group learning: a 40ft container provides approximately 300-320 sq ft of floor area, so it is well suited for hosting multiple people at once. This is especially useful for group learning, equipment-based training, or large classroom setups.
• Cost-effective expansion: Instead of combining multiple 20ft units, a single 40ft unit can often meet the space requirement at a lower overall cost and with fewer modifications.

Container type recommendation: 40ft High Cube container

• The added height of a high cube (9'6") offers extra ventilation and comfort—important for long hours of indoor use. 
• High cubes also allow the installation of dropped ceilings with lighting, acoustic panels, or even overhead storage for teaching materials.

3. Mobile medical or wellness clinics

Where: community locations, disaster relief zones, industrial worksites

Why a 40ft container:

• Room for specialized equipment: medical work usually require separate zones for check-ins, examinations, and equipment storage, so sufficient space is key to ensure privacy and good workflow.
• Improved patient flow: you can divide the space of a 40ft layout to accommodate multiple patients or practitioners at once.

Container type recommendation: 40ft insulated container

• Insulated containers help maintain no only weatherproof conditions, but also stable internal temperatures. Both of these are a must for medical storage, patient comfort, and the operation of poentially sensitive equipment.

4. Permanent shops or kitchens

Where: commercial properties, food parks, tourist-heavy areas

Why a 40ft container:

• More space for inventory or kitchen equipment: in a 40ft container you comortably fit your walk-in coolers, stockrooms, and even customer seating. 

Container type recommendation: 40ft High Cube container with side opening 

• High cube 40ft container models offer room for vent hoods, tall refrigerators, and overhead shelving. 
• Side-opening variants allow wide storefronts or large windows for serving customers.