Container Size Guide

Find the perfect container size for your needs — storage, living, pools, or transport.

20ft Standard Container

The most popular choice for storage, offices, and small builds

External Length

20ft / 6.1m

External Width

8ft / 2.4m

External Height

8.5ft / 2.6m

Capacity

~1,170 cu ft

Best For:

Personal or business storage
Small container offices or workshops
Tiny home base units
Pop-up shops and retail kiosks
Easy transport — fits standard truck beds

From $1,050

40ft Standard Container

Double the space — ideal for larger storage and living spaces

External Length

40ft / 12.2m

External Width

8ft / 2.4m

External Height

8.5ft / 2.6m

Capacity

~2,390 cu ft

Best For:

Large storage needs for businesses or farms
Container homes and cabins
Container pools (most popular pool size)
Mobile offices and classrooms
Workshops and garages

From $1,500

45ft High Cube Container

Extra length and height for maximum space

External Length

45ft / 13.7m

External Width

8ft / 2.4m

External Height

9.5ft / 2.9m

Capacity

~3,040 cu ft

Best For:

Large container homes with extra ceiling height
Warehouses and bulk storage
Commercial container builds
Event spaces and showrooms
Oversized equipment storage

From $1,800

53ft Container

The largest standard container — maximum capacity

External Length

53ft / 16.2m

External Width

8.5ft / 2.6m

External Height

9.5ft / 2.9m

Capacity

~3,800 cu ft

Best For:

Large-scale storage and logistics
Multi-room container homes
Large container pools
Industrial and commercial applications
Retail stores and restaurants

From $2,300

Quick Comparison

Size	Length	Width	Height	Best Use	Starting Price
20ft	20ft / 6.1m	8ft	8.5ft	Storage, small office, tiny home	From $1,050
40ft	40ft / 12.2m	8ft	8.5ft	Home, pool, large storage	From $1,500
45ft	45ft / 13.7m	8ft	9.5ft	Warehouse, large home, events	From $1,800
53ft	53ft / 16.2m	8.5ft	9.5ft	Industrial, large pool, multi-room	From $2,300