40 Ft Shipping Container Specifications

Durable, versatile, and weather-proof. Here’s what you can expect from our 40-foot shipping container dimensions and specifications: 

Dimensions:

  • Interior Length: 39.7’
  • Interior Height: 8.85’
  • Capacity: Can fit a larger household worth of furniture.
  • Maximum Weight Capacity: 60,000 lbs
  • Tare Weight: 8,160 lbs
About 40 Ft Shipping Container

40-foot secure shipping containers (or sea cans) can be used for shipping container storage, global shipping, transporting heavy loads, on-site storage for construction and renovation projects, office, workshop, or pop-up retail space, or even a tiny home or cabin (with a little work). They can also be used as a portable warehouse, equipment shed, or event space.

Our shipping containers can be delivered to your location or stored in our secured yard or climate-controlled warehouse.

How 40 Foot Shipping Container Rentals Works

Nothing makes moving as easy as renting a container from Cassidy’s. In fact, it’s as easy as 1,2,3…

1. Order Your Storage Container

Contact us and we deliver a weatherproof shipping container (sea can) to your home or business.

2. Load It Up

You take as long as necessary to load your goods into the shipping container.

3. Relocate

When you are ready, contact us to schedule a delivery to your new location or storage.

Buy A 40 Ft Storage Container

IIf you’re looking for a longer-term storage solution, or you want the freedom to modify your container, buying is a great option. 40-foot shipping containers are built to withstand any type of weather, being transported, and overseas shipping. 

Buying your own container gives you the flexibility to customize. Add walls, lighting, insulation, windows, or anything else you want. A 40-foot container has that extra room for furniture, appliances, equipment, inventory, or work and office space.

FAQs For 40 Ft Sea Cans

Here are some common questions regarding 40 foot sea cans:

How Much Can Fit In A 40 Ft Shipping Container?

A 40-foot container has enough space to fit the entire contents of a four- to five-bedroom home or larger business inventory. With this much room, you can store furniture, appliances, large equipment, pallets of inventory, or even vehicles.

Many businesses use 40-foot containers as portable warehouses. For companies moving heavy machinery or large shipments, a 40-foot container provides more than enough room.

Which Is Better – Renting vs. Buying A Storage Container?

Choosing between renting or buying a storage container depends on how long you need it and how you plan to use it.

Renting is often the better option if you need shorter-term storage. This could be during a move, renovation, or a temporary project. A rental gives you time flexibility without the commitment of buying.

If you think you’ll need one for longer, or if you want the freedom to modify yours, buying is the way to go. Ownership gives you full control to do whatever you want, and it’s a one-time investment that can pay itself off over enough time. A container you own can be used for pretty much anything beyond storage, like turning it into a workshop, cabin, mobile office, or custom-built living space.

Why Work With Cassidy’s

With over 100 years of experience with shipping and storage, there’s no challenge we can’t handle.

Fast response times. Free estimates. Competitive pricing. Unlike other suppliers, we don’t require deposits—payment is made on or by delivery. And no one covers the Ottawa Valley like we do.

Buying shipping containers with us is incredibly easy. Simply order your storage container and we’ll drop it off at your home or business.

Need movers? Get a no obligation quote today.