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40ft Containers

When you need secure storage or export capacity at scale, the 40ft container is the industry standard. We supply both new (one trip) and used 40ft containers across the UK, ready for delivery to your site.

Whether for commercial storage, overseas export, or container conversions, this is the most common largest size available.               

New 40ft high cube shipping container in dark grey, closed doors visible, stacked blue containers in background.

Available Sizes, Dimensions & Capacity

SizeExternal (L × W × H)Internal (L × W × H)WeightApprox. Capacity
40ft40ft × 8ft × 8ft 6in (12192mm × 2438mm × 2590mm)39ft 6in × 7ft 8in × 7ft 10in (12032mm × 2330mm × 2390mm)~3800kg~67.6m³
40ft High Cube40ft × 8ft × 9ft 6in (12192mm × 2438mm × 2896mm)39ft 6in × 7ft 8in × 8ft 10in (12032mm × 2330mm × 2690mm)~3900kg~76.3m³

Built from durable marine-grade Corten steel with full-length double doors, our 40ft  containers can be CSC plated for export or ideal for storage, with a High Cube option adding around 320mm of extra internal height.

40ft used high cube yellow shipping container with visible rust, shown in outdoor storage yard with stacked containers in the background.
Interior view of a new 40ft high cube shipping container with open double doors, showing clean steel walls and floor.
Side profile of a new 40ft high cube shipping container, painted dark grey, with corrugated steel panels.

New & Used 40ft Containers – What's the Difference?

We offer: 

New (One Trip): Used only once in transit. May show minor cosmetic dents or scuffs, but structurally excellent and ready for use.

Used: Cost-effective and functional. Fully inspected and repaired to standard where necessary.

Every unit comes with a wind & watertight guarantee: 12 months on used 5 years on new (one trip)

Nationwide Delivery with HIAB or Flatbed!

We deliver 40ft storage containers across the UK. 

Choose from: 

– Hiab delivery (crane offload)

– Flatbed (customer offload or forklift)

We’ll confirm access requirements, offload preference, and drop direction beforehand.

Need help with access? See our delivery guide » 

Who Uses 40ft Containers?

These units are perfect for: 

Construction storage – Ideal for keeping tools, machinery, and building materials secure on-site.

Bulk retail or stockpiling – Perfect for seasonal overflow or holding extra inventory.

Site offices & container conversions – Easily adapted into offices, workshops, or custom builds.

Overseas shipping or export – CSC plated versions available for international transport.

Optional Extras

Add value to your 40ft container with:

Lockboxes & anti-vandal kits

Custom repainting

Insulation, racking & lining

Lighting kits & container electrics

Need Some More Info From The Bosh Team?

Need a Container? We’ll Keep It Easy.

Call us on 01375 503890 or email sales@boshboxes.store for a quick, no-nonsense quote — delivery included anywhere in the UK.

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