20ft Container hire in Australia

The 20ft Shipping Container is the most popular container rental size in Australia. It holds roughly a 2 to 3 bedroom home worth of furniture or 10 standard pallets, while still able to fit on most driveways. Available in 20ft Standard and 20ft High Cube sizes, our hire range is wind and water tight and fully lockable. Delivered Australia wide on a 3 month minimum rental.

Features

  • Lockable doors Enhanced security for your valuables.

  • Structurally strong – Weather and vermin proof.

  • Most popular choice Ideal for a wide range of storage and transport needs.

  • Discounts for longer-term hires – Extra savings on 18+ month terms.

20ft Hire Pricing

As of May 2026, the price to hire 20ft Shipping Containers starts from $90* per month. Container Traders offers discounts for longer-term hires. Price excludes GST and delivery. For the best price on 20ft Shipping Containers delivered across Australia, contact the Container Traders team today.

Container 3 Month Hire 6 Month Hire 12 Month Hire
20ft Container $120* /mth $100* /mth $90* /mth
20ft High Cube Container $140* /mth $120* /mth $110* /mth

*Prices exclude GST and delivery. Last updated: 24 May 2026

20ft Shipping Containers are great for:

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Keep your personal items dry & safe

Hiring 20ft Shipping Containers are a great option when you need extra space at home. Store furniture, clothes, tools or anything else that needs to stay dry and secure during a renovation or life change.

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Easy storage for businesses and worksites

Hiring 20ft Shipping Containers gives you extra space for tools, stock or machinery. It’s ideal for busy worksites, growing businesses, or anyone needing short-term storage without the cost of buying.

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Secure storage for schools and local groups

Community groups, schools and clubs often hire 20ft Shipping Containers for storing sports gear, event setups or extra equipment. It’s a reliable way to keep things safe, organised and close by.

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Hire a shipping container for your next move

Hiring 20ft Shipping Containers for moving gives you the freedom to pack at your own pace. We’ll drop it off at your place, and once you’re ready, we’ll collect it and deliver it straight to your new home. It’s a hassle-free, flexible way to move.

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FAQ’s

Looking to learn more about 20ft Shipping Containers? We’ve answered some of the common questions our sales team gets asked.

  • The advantage of hiring a Shipping Container is that it offers a reduced upfront cost compared to purchasing, making it a more budget-friendly option. Additionally, hiring provides flexibility, allowing you to adjust your storage needs as they change. You can easily off-hire the container when it’s no longer required, saving on ongoing costs and offering the convenience to scale up or down as needed.

  • Standard shipping containers – the minimum hire period is 3 months.

    Specialised shipping containers – the minimum hire period is 9 months.

  • Delivery is typically quick. Once your agreement is finalised, we’ll allocate your container and arrange for a local contractor to handle the delivery. This usually takes just one or two days, and sometimes even the next day.

  • Yes, you can hire a Shipping Container for as long as you need. Alternatively, if you prefer to make a more permanent investment, we also offer the option to purchase a Shipping Container.

  • Yes, if you need to hire a Shipping Container to move cargo interstate, we can facilitate an interstate off-hire agreement. Please note that an additional interstate repositioning fee will apply, along with the cost of the container hire.

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Dimension & specifications

  • 20ft Shipping Container Dimensions

    EXTERNAL
    Internal
    WEIGHT

    Length

    6,058 mm

    Length

    5,880 mm

    Empty Weight

    2,250 kg

    Width

    2,438 mm

    Width

    2,350 mm

    Max Gross Weight

    30,480 kg

    Height

    2,591 mm

    Height

    2,385 mm

    Max Payload

    28,230 kg

  • 20ft High Cube Shipping Container Dimensions

    EXTERNAL
    Internal
    WEIGHT

    Length

    6,058 mm

    Length

    5,890 mm

    Empty Weight

    2,350 kg

    Width

    2,438 mm

    Width

    2,350 mm

    Max Gross Weight

    30,480 kg

    Height

    2,891 mm

    Height

    2,695 mm

    Max Payload

    28,130 kg

*Measurements are indicative only and not to exact mm.

Get a quote from Container Traders

Send us the details below and we’ll come back within two business days with our best price. For a quicker answer, call our container specialists on 1300 89 89 70.

Your 20ft Container hire quote

Prefer to buy a 20ft Shipping Container?

You can buy a 20ft Shipping Container starting from $2,100 - $3,200 + GST. No ongoing costs, and the flexibility to modify, relocate or resell it whenever you like.

Recent hire reviews

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    Well done to Lachlan and the team at Container Traders. Very professional, great communication and very accommodating to our changing needs. Containers on hire are in great condition and the communication around the transport requirements was spot on. If looking for a container to rent for storage, I would highly recommend Container Traders.

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    Tanya

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    I had a fantastic experience with Container Traders. Everything was handled efficiently, and Amy in customer service went above and beyond to help. She was knowledgeable, quick to respond, and made the entire process stress-free. Highly recommend hiring with them!

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    Ashlee W.

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    We had a great experience obtaining 2 shipping containers for hire from Scott and the team. They were very responsive throughout the process, friendly and super easy to deal with. Would highly recommend!

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    Naomi Z.

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    Wow, where to start. Massive move from Victoria to rural Tasmania and Brady Evans and the entire Container Traders team made the transition seamless. I made many challenging requests and each one was met with professionalism and kindness. I would recommend this company to anyone wanting the job done right with the benefit of dealing with great humans! They certainly won over this discerning middle aged woman!

    Kitty D.

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    I use container traders regularly on large site jobs to store all our materials and supplies. Great company to work with, container arrives on time, drivers are very skilled at unloading and loading. Can hire for short or long periods, always easy to extend time, only hire company we use for containers. Recently purchased a new container for permanent storage, same great service from them.

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    Mary E.

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    I was recommended by a colleague to call Amy at Container Traders to hire some 20 Foot containers. I can see why! Amy made the process so easy from the minute we started speaking to arranging the delivery. Not only did Amy know her Product and Company knowledge backwards, she was very pleasant to work with as nothing was a problem! Can’t recommend them enough – thanks again Amy! Warwick.

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    Warwick

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    Hired a 20 foot container to store furniture while renovating and received great customer service, smooth delivery and pick up, the container was clean and perfect for purpose. Definitely use them again.

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    Wendy H.

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How does hiring a shipping container in Australia work?

Container Traders makes hiring a shipping container easy with flexible rental terms and delivery Australia-wide

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Choose a shipping container

Select from 10ft, 20ft & 40ft shipping containers for hire and your preferred hire term. Our team will send you our best quote for delivery.

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We deliver anywhere in Australia

Enjoy fast delivery Australia-wide. We handle the logistics and position your container exactly where you need it at your home or workplace.

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We collect when you’re done

When you are finished with the shipping container hire, just let us know and we’ll arrange a prompt collection.

Why hire a shipping container from Container Traders?

We've been hiring shipping containers to Australians since 2016, with competitive rates, fast delivery and an Australian-based team that handles everything from start to finish. Most of our work comes from repeat customers and referrals, and we stock 10ft, 20ft and 40ft containers to suit whatever you need on site.

Industries we service:

  • Construction
  • Education
  • Hospitality and Catering
  • Mining
  • Retail
  • Events and Entertainment
  • Agriculture
  • Government
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