This 40ft used standard shipping container is a used ex-shipping-line unit sold in Wind and Watertight (WWT) condition. WWT means the unit is structurally sound and weatherproof — it will keep wind and water out — but has not been formally re-certified for international shipping. It does not carry a valid CSC plate and is designed for on-site storage use rather than active freight operations. Expect surface marks, minor dents, and paint weathering consistent with prior shipping service — the unit is structurally intact and provides reliable, dry storage immediately upon delivery.

The container is built from COR-TEN weathering steel throughout — frame, cladding, and corner castings — which develops a stable surface oxide layer to resist corrosion in outdoor environments without ongoing maintenance or repainting. The floor is 28mm marine-grade plywood on steel cross-members, providing a stable, load-bearing surface suited to palletised goods, equipment, and heavy materials. Access is via exterior hinged double cargo doors at one end, each fitted with dual locking bars for secure closure. Four vents provide passive airflow through the unit to limit condensation buildup during storage.

At 40ft in length with a cubic capacity of 2,387 cu ft (67.6 m³), this is one of the largest standard ISO storage footprints available — suited to construction sites, agricultural properties, industrial facilities, and commercial operations requiring high-volume secure storage in a single deployable unit. The standard 8ft 6in height profile fits under most standard overhead restrictions and is stackable on a flat hardstanding. Forklift pockets and ISO corner castings allow repositioning by forklift or crane without additional equipment.

For guidance on container siting and permit requirements in the USA, refer to the International Code Council building standards reference.

40ft Used Standard Container — Dimensions & Weight

Standard Inclusions — 40ft Used Standard Shipping Container

• COR-TEN steel 40ft ISO container — WWT condition
• Exterior hinged double cargo doors with dual locking bars per door
• 28mm marine-grade plywood floor on steel cross-members
• 4 vents — passive airflow and condensation control
• Forklift pockets
• ISO corner castings — all eight

What’s Not Included

• Padlock
• Ramps or shelving
• Internal lining or insulation
• CSC plate — WWT condition, storage use only
• Site preparation or foundation
• Local authority permits

Best Use Cases for a 40ft Used Standard Shipping Container

• High-volume construction site materials and equipment storage
• Agricultural and farm storage for machinery, feed, and supplies
• Industrial and warehouse overflow storage
• Commercial inventory and retail stock storage
• Container modification projects — workshops, offices, retail spaces
• Long-term outdoor storage on hardstanding

Also available: 40ft Used High Cube Shipping Container, 40ft Prefab Modular Container Home, and 40ft Intermodal Container Chassis Trailer.

Every unit is inspected by JK Shipping LLC prior to dispatch.