The 20ft container: Everything you need to know about dimensions and capacity

At K-tainer, we offer a wide range of containers for various purposes, including the popular 20ft container. This container is the global standard for transporting goods, thanks to its ideal balance between size, load capacity, and versatility.

K-tainer offers a large stock of both new and used shipping containers, available worldwide and configurable as required.

What is a 20ft container?

The 20ft container is one of the most widely used containers in the logistics and transport industry. This container is 20 feet long (6.058 meters) and is often used for international transport, whether by sea or by land. The versatility of the container makes it suitable for companies transporting goods as well as for storage purposes.

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20ft container dimensions

One of the most important characteristics of a container is its dimensions, as this determines its usability and capacity. The dimensions of a 20ft container are as follows:

  • External dimensions:
    • Length: 6.058 meters (20 feet)
    • Width: 2.438 meters
    • Height: 2.591 meters
  • Internal dimensions:
    • Length: 5.898 meters
    • Width: 2.352 meters
    • Height: 2.393 meters

Large stock

We always have shipping containers in stock suitable for sale.

All shapes and sizes

Besides the standard types and sizes, our shipping containers can also be configured according to your requirements.

Available worldwide

Our shipping containers are available for sale worldwide.

New & used

We sell both new and used shipping containers.

Applications of the 20ft Container

The 20ft container is suitable for a wide range of applications. Due to its robust construction and standard dimensions, it is often used for:

  • International transport: The 20ft container is used for transporting goods over long distances by ship, train, or truck. Want to know more about container transport options? Contact our team for tailored advice.
  • Storage: Many companies use 20ft containers as temporary or permanent storage spaces for their goods. To ensure the quality of your containers, we also offer container inspection on location.
  • Modular buildings: Due to their standard dimensions, 20ft containers are a popular choice for constructing modular offices, homes, or temporary facilities. Want to learn more about the possibilities of customizing containers to suit your needs? Check out ourcontainer modification solutions.

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Curious about the possibilities?

Please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to tell you more about the possibilities.

Specific Request?

Do you want to have a container customized according to your specific needs? K-tainer specializes in modifying all types and sizes of shipping containers. Container modification has become increasingly popular over the years. Curious about the possibilities?

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