20-foot Shipping Containers for Sale

Container Management, Inc. offers NEW and USED 20-foot shipping containers for sale nationwide, including standard storage units, Cargo Worthy containers for ocean export, Wind & Watertight (WWT) containers, and selected open-side models with different door configurations for storage and other jobsite or business uses.


Whether you need one container for personal storage, multiple units for construction or commercial use, or a reliable export container delivered from the nearest depot, this page helps you compare 20-foot container types, grades, sizes, pricing factors, ratings, customization options, delivery or pickup, and common buying questions. Our NEW 20-foot containers can have double doors at one or both ends. Our USED 20-foot containers come with double doors at one end only. We also offer 20-foot containers with an open side at some depot locations.


See also our  new and used 40-foot containers.

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How Much Does it Cost to Buy a 20-foot Shipping Container?

Shipping container prices vary widely and depend on many factors, and delivery is not always included in the price. Some of the many variables that determine shipping container pricing include:


  • Shipping container size
  • Shipping container condition and grade
  • Specialized Shipping containers (non-Standard)
  • Geographical location of the container
  • Market conditions affecting availability


Delivery for a 20-foot container commonly ranges from about $350 to over $1,000 depending on distance, and customers can choose between different shipping container delivery options such as flatbed, tilt bed, or side loader trucks based on their site conditions.


Used shipping containers are sold as they're depreciated off of the steamship line inventories. Currently in 2024, used 20-foot standard containers can start as low as $1,300, but can cost as much as $1,800 in markets where supply is scarce.


New, One-trip, 20-foot container prices are anywhere from $2,400 to $2,700, depending on availability. During container shortages, you may see prices more than double those averages in many markets.


Specialized shipping container prices vary even more by location. You can learn more in our in-depth article: How Much Does a Shipping Container Cost?

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20' Standard New Container

How to Buy A 20-foot Shipping Container

Purchase a 20-foot container by choosing the grade that fits your needs—One-Trip or Used—with strong global supply and mass production making these units widely available. Before delivery, confirm any local zoning or permit requirements for container placement. Your site should have a solid, level surface, and the drop-off route usually needs 60 to 100 feet of clearance. Delivery commonly takes 4 to 7 business days, and our nationwide shipping containers for sale and rental services make it easy to source the right unit from nearby depots.

Complete Our Quote Request Form

Our quote form ensures you provide us with the important details:


  • How many containers?
  • New or Used?
  • Do you want us to deliver the container?
  • Where do you want to place the container: City, State, Zip Code
  • What grade container?
  • Storage or Export?
  • Your email address and phone number

You Receive Our Quote

We email you back the same business day with our quote provided we receive your quote request by 4:00 PM EST, Monday through Friday.


We will email you back the next business day with our quote if we receive your quote request later than 4:00 PM EST, Monday through Friday.


Our quote is based on current inventory levels at the depot site(s) closest to your delivery location. Inventory at each depot site is subject to change. Prices are based on current availability. Once current inventory is depleted, prices may vary with the next inventory replenishment.



We offer some of the most competitive wholesale prices on the market by quoting according to current inventory availability.

Your Purchase

You provide us with a purchase order or email indicating your intent to purchase.


We will confirm your purchase by reserving your container size and grade at the nearest depot location. You’ll get the next container off the stack at the depot that meets your order criteria.


We can’t guarantee a specific color, but all of our containers are warrantied to be wind and watertight (water tight) and weather resistant at the time of delivery.


We require payment in full at this point before moving to Step 4 Delivery or Pick-Up.


Our Operations Team will be in touch within one business day to confirm your order and accept payment.



Once your order has been paid for in full, we will coordinate the logistics of your shipping container delivery or depot pick-up.

Ground Level Container Delivery / Depot Pick-Up

For delivery: We work with professional local transport companies with specialized equipment to deliver your container directly to the ground.


You’ll know what day your container delivery is scheduled for within a day or two of placing your order, and the driver will give you a call when they’re en route on the day of delivery.



Plan on delivery within 4 to 7 business days from the date of your purchase, and consider the different shipping container delivery options including flatbed and tilt-bed trucks.


Learn more about our delivery service here.


For depot pick-up: After purchase, we will provide you with a release number and pick-up information. You can then immediately go to the designated depot on the release and have the container loaded on your truck.


We’re happy to load your truck at the depot if you have the proper equipment to safely transport a shipping container.


Please be aware you are required to comply with all DOT and OSHA rules while at the depot and Container Management, Inc. cannot be liable for any issues during transport.

Option: If you’re purchasing your container for export


If you’re buying a shipping container to be used for export, you can add a CSC Survey to your purchase (please note, surveys add 3-5 business days to the normal timeline). For international shipments, it also helps to understand shipping container CSC plates, markings, and export surveys.


We are happy to provide a Cargo Worthy (CW) container, as well as coordinate an export certification from a licensed surveyor at the depot prior to your trucker picking up the container. Learn more about ocean export shipments here.

NEW 20-foot Standard Shipping Containers With Double Doors at One End

NEW 20-foot standard containers are available with double doors on either one or both ends. Most 20-foot NEW standard containers include exterior lock boxes.

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20' Standard New Container

Sizes and Dimensions of NEW 20-foot Standard Shipping Containers With Double Doors at One End

Dimension External Size Internal Size Door Opening*
Length 19' 10 1/2" 19' 4 1/4"
Width 8' 0" 7' 8 1/2" 7' 8 1/8"
Height 8' 6" 7' 9 7/8" 7' 5 5/8"

*Total opening size at one end (double doors).

Ratings: NEW 20-foot Standard Shipping Containers With Double Doors at One End

Tare Weight Payload Max. gross Cube Capacity
4,850 lb. 62,350 lb. 67,200 lb. 1,166 ft.3

Test Loads: NEW 20-foot Standard Shipping Containers With Double Doors at One End

Stacking Transverse Racking Longitudinal Racking Floor Strength
214,290 lb. 33,600 lb. 16,800 lb. 16,000 lb.

NEW 20-foot Standard Shipping Containers With Double Doors at Both Ends

NEW 20-foot containers are available with double doors at both ends. Most NEW 20-foot standard containers include exterior lock boxes.

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Open Container

Sizes and Dimensions of NEW 20-foot Standard Containers With Double Doors at Both End

Dimension External Size Internal Size Door Opening*
Length 19' 10 1/2'' 19' 4 1/4"
Width 8' 0" 7' 8 1/2" 7' 8 1/8"
Height 8' 6" 7' 9 7/8" 7' 5 5/8"

*Total opening size at one end (double doors).

Ratings: NEW 20-foot Standard Containers With Double Doors at Both Ends

Tare Weight Payload Max. gross Cube Capacity
4,850 lb. 62,350 lb. 67,200 lb. 1,166 ft.3

Test Loads: NEW 20-foot Standard Containers With Double Doors at Both Ends

Stacking Transverse Racking Longitudinal Racking Floor Strength
214,290 lb. 33,600 lb. 16,800 lb. 16,000 lb.

NEW 20-foot Standard Shipping Containers With an Open Side

The 20-foot Open Side shipping container gives you multiple access points through standard double doors at one end or four (4) bifold doors on one side. Most NEW 20-foot standard containers include exterior lock boxes.

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Side of Container Open
Side of Container

Sizes and Dimensions of NEW 20-foot Standard Containers With an Open Side

Dimension External Size Internal Size Door Opening*
Length 19' 10 1/2'' 19' 4 1/4"
Width 8' 0" 7' 8 1/2" 7' 8 1/8"
Height 8' 6" 7' 9 7/8" 7' 5 5/8"

*Total opening size at one end (double doors).

Ratings: NEW 20-foot Standard Containers With an Open Side

Tare Weight Payload Max. gross Cube Capacity
4,850 lb. 62,350 lb. 67,200 lb. 1,166 ft.3

Test Loads: NEW 20-foot Standard Containers With an Open Side

Stacking Transverse Racking Longitudinal Racking Floor Strength
214,290 lb. 33,600 lb. 16,800 lb. 16,000 lb.

Learn more about NEW shipping containers.

USED Cargo Worthy 20-foot Shipping Containers

All 20-foot USED containers have double doors at one end only. Cargo worthy grade containers meet all manufacturer's requirements as detailed in the table below.

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20’ Standard USED - Cargo Worthy

Sizes and Dimensions of USED 20-foot Standard Cargo Worthy Containers

Dimension External Size Internal Size Door Opening*
Length 19' 10 1/2'' 19' 4 1/4"
Width 8' 0" 7' 8 1/2" 7' 8 1/8"
Height 8' 6" 7' 9 7/8" 7’ 5 5/8”

*Total opening size at one end (double doors).

Ratings: USED 20-foot Standard Cargo Worthy Container

Tare Weight Payload Max. gross Cube Capacity
4,850 lb. 62,350 lb. 67,200 lb. 1,166 ft.3

Test Loads: USED 20-foot Standard Cargo Worthy Containers

Stacking Transverse Racking Longitudinal Racking Floor Strength
214,290 lb. 33,600 lb. 16,800 lb. 16,000 lb.

USED Wind/Watertight 20-foot Standard Shipping Containers

All 20-foot standard USED containers have double doors at one end only. Wind/watertight grade containers meet the size specifications listed in the table below and are guaranteed to be wind and watertight at your container delivery time, whether you’re buying locally or sourcing shipping containers for sale near Cincinnati, Ohio.

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20’ Standard USED - Wind/Water Tight

Sizes and Dimensions of USED 20-foot Standard Wind/Watertight Containers

Dimension External Size Internal Size Door Opening*
Length 19' 10 1/2'' 19' 4 1/4"
Width 8' 0" 7' 8 1/2" 7' 8 1/8"
Height 8' 6" 7' 9 7/8" 7’ 5 5/8”

*Total opening size at one end (double doors).

USED 20-foot Open-Top Shipping Containers

USED 20-foot Open-Top shipping containers have an open top covered by a removable waterproof tarp. They typically have double doors at one end and are among the options available when you’re exploring shipping containers for sale in the Cincinnati region.

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20’ and 40’ Open Top USED

Sizes and Dimensions of USED 20-foot Open-Top Shipping Containers

Dimension External Size Internal Size Door Opening*
Length 19' 10 1/2'' 19' 4 1/4"
Width 8' 0" 7' 8 1/2" 7' 8 1/8"
Height 8' 6" 7' 9 7/8" 7’ 5 5/8”

*Total opening size at one end (double doors).

Learn more about USED shipping containers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About 20-Foot Shipping Containers

  • What is the maximum cargo weight for a 20-foot shipping container?

    The maximum cargo weight, also known as the maximum payload, for a standard 20-foot shipping container is typically around 62,350 lbs, with a max gross weight of 67,200 lbs including the container's tare weight.

  • Can I customize a 20ft shipping container to suit specific needs?

    Yes, customization options such as adding windows, insulation, and electrical work are available, primarily in select locations like Chicago, and any electrical work must comply with local building codes. These modifications help tailor the container to your business inventory, storage solution, or personal use, and some units can also be converted into mobile offices.

  • How much space does a 20-foot shipping container provide?

    A 20 ft shipping container offers approximately 1,166 cubic feet or about 160 square feet of floor space, providing ample space for various storage needs.

  • What delivery options are available for 20-foot containers?

    Delivery is available nationwide from local depots, typically within a 200-mile radius, with options like tilt bed delivery depending on the delivery location and site conditions.

  • Are 20-foot containers suitable for seasonal inventory or general storage?

    Absolutely. These containers offer a cost effective solution for secure storage and transporting goods, making them ideal for seasonal inventory, general storage, and business inventory management. Common uses also include on-site storage and jobsite offices for supplies, inventory, and tools. They’re also popular for residential storage during home renovations.

  • How do I maintain the security of my 20-foot container?

    Containers come with secure locking mechanisms and can be equipped with additional security features. Regular maintenance, including checking for surface rust and ensuring the container remains structurally sound, helps maintain security.

Discover Your Ideal Shipping Container Solution with Container Management, Inc.

Ready to find the best deals on 20 foot shipping containers for sale? Container Management, Inc. offers budget friendly, structurally sound ft shipping containers with competitive pricing and fast delivery to your delivery site, backed by decades of experience as a family-owned shipping container company. Whether you need a secure storage solution for business inventory, household items, or equipment, our manageable size containers provide enough space and maximum payload capacity to meet your storage needs, and if you need more space, our 40-foot option is the larger choice.


Simply contact us today for real time pricing and expert assistance. Our 20-foot containers are built to ISO standards set by the International Organization for Standardization, using durable materials for long-term performance. In logistics, TEU stands for twenty foot equivalent unit, a standard capacity unit used across shipping. Experience customer satisfaction with our reliable transportation and delivery services, tailored to your specific needs. Get started now and enjoy quick access to quality containers designed for personal or commercial use. Your perfect 20 ft shipping container awaits!

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