New (one-trip) vs used (wind & water tight)
New one-trip: made overseas and used for a single cargo voyage. Best appearance and minimal wear. A good fit for conversions, retail and anywhere looks matter.
Used WWT: inspected to be sealed against wind and rain. Expect dents, scratches or surface rust. A practical, lower-cost choice for storage.
Which size?
20ft suits tighter sites and smaller storage needs. 40ft High Cube gives roughly double the floor length and extra height for bulky or tall items.
| 20ft Standard | 40ft High Cube | |
|---|---|---|
| External size | 20′ × 8′ × 8′6″ | 40′ × 8′ × 9′6″ |
| Internal size | 19′4″ × 7′8″ × 7′10″ | 39′5″ × 7′8″ × 8′10″ |
| Door opening | 7′8″ × 7′5″ | 7′8″ × 8′5″ |
| Capacity | ≈ 1,170 cu ft | ≈ 2,694 cu ft |
| Empty weight | ≈ 5,000 lb | ≈ 8,600 lb |
| Max payload | ≈ 62,000 lb | ≈ 58,000 lb |
Figures are approximate and vary slightly by manufacturer.
Still unsure?
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