40ft Storage Container Standard Height Cargo Worthy used. for Sale
This standard 40ft storage container cargo is the kind of unit that earns its keep on a busy site. Every detail below comes from the unit itself, not a generic brochure. At $2,000, delivery to your site is already included in that figure.
Cargo-worthy units are certified structurally sound and fit for international shipping. Expect honest surface rust and dents that do not affect strength or weather sealing. Every detail in the specification below was confirmed against this unit before it was listed, and it is confirmed again before it goes on a truck.
Specifications
| Feature | 40ft Storage Container Standard Height Cargo Worthy used |
|---|---|
| Feature | 40’ Standard Height Cargo Worthy Storage Container |
| Color | Gray |
| Interior Height | 7’10” |
| Feature | Cargo Worthy |
| Feature | Exterior Specifications |
| Width | 8’ |
| Length | 40’ |
| Height | 8.5’ |
| External Dimensions | 40ft L x 8ft W x 8ft 6in H |
| Internal Dimensions | 39ft 5in L x 7ft 8in W x 7ft 10in H |
| Storage Capacity | about 2,390 cu ft |
| Max Payload | roughly 59,000 lb |
| Tare Weight | about 8,200 lb |
| Condition | Cargo-Worthy |
| Delivery | Free to all 50 US states, placement included |
| SKU | AB-21014 |
Key Features
- Ground-level access: no ramp or dock needed, walk straight in from grade.
- Weather-sealed door gaskets: replaceable rubber seals that keep contents dry in driving rain.
- Ventilation vents: passive vents that limit condensation without letting weather in.
- Marine-grade Corten steel: corrugated weathering steel that resists corrosion far better than painted mild steel.
- Cargo doors with locking bars: full-height double doors with cam-lock bars and weather gaskets that seal against wind and rain.
- Hardwood floor on steel crossmembers: a heavy plywood or hardwood deck rated for forklift traffic.
Where This Container Earns Its Keep
A storage container at this size is bought far more often for work than for looks. The jobs it handles most often:
- A dry, secure base for a future conversion project.
- Records and archive storage that stays out of the weather.
- Contractor staging between phases of a build.
- Ground-level storage you can lock and walk away from.
Condition and What You Get
What ships is the unit described on this page: no substitutions, no bait listing that turns into a different grade on delivery. If anything about the unit changes before dispatch we contact you first and you can cancel for a full refund. You can compare it against the rest of our 40ft containers at any time.
How to Choose the Right Container
Pick condition by duty. One-trip units look sharp and last decades, which is the right call for front-of-house placement or a conversion base. Cargo-worthy and wind and water tight units cost less and store just as dry. High cube adds a foot of headroom that matters the moment you rack the interior. Not sure this exact standard 40ft storage container cargo suits your job? Call (509) 575-1198 and we will tell you honestly, even when the answer is a smaller or cheaper unit. For background, read container dimensions guide and container cost breakdown.
Delivery, Payment and Returns
AnchorBox Containers delivers free to all 50 US states, with placement included and the freight built into the price you see. Pay by credit/debit card or wire transfer. If a unit arrives damaged, defective, or not as described, you get a repair, replacement, or full refund with $0 restocking and return freight on us. Full terms sit on our shipping policy and returns policy, and you can find state delivery notes on our service areas index. For technical background see the ISO 668 freight container standard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the exact dimensions?
External dimensions run 40ft L x 8ft W x 8ft 6in H, with usable interior space of 39ft 5in L x 7ft 8in W x 7ft 10in H. That works out to about 2,390 cu ft of storage volume. Our container dimensions guide compares every size side by side.
Can I modify it later with doors or windows?
Yes. Corten steel cuts and welds readily, which is why containers convert so well into workshops, offices, and shops. Our container shed and workshop guide covers the modifications that matter and the ones that are not worth paying for.
How much does this standard 40ft storage container cargo cost delivered?
The listed price is $2,000 and that figure already includes free delivery to all 50 US states. There is no separate freight charge, fuel surcharge, or placement fee added at checkout.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery is free to all 50 states, with placement included. Current processing and transit windows are listed on our shipping policy page, and we confirm your exact delivery date with you before dispatch.
What does my site need for delivery?
Plan on a clear straight path roughly 100 feet long and 12 feet wide, about 14 feet of overhead clearance, and firm level ground that will hold a loaded truck. Tight sites can be handled by crane placement instead, and we confirm access with you before dispatch. Full detail is on our delivery page.
How do I pay for it?
You can pay by credit/debit card or wire transfer. Wire transfer suits larger orders; card payments are processed securely, and no card details are stored on this website. Full payment is required before dispatch, and you can cancel free of charge any time before the unit leaves.
What if it arrives damaged or is not what was described?
Report transit damage within 48 hours of delivery with photos, or a defect or not-as-described issue within 30 days. We repair, replace, or refund in full. Restocking is $0, we pay return freight, and approved refunds are issued in 5 to 10 business days. See the returns policy.

















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