40ft Shipping Containers

The 40ft Shipping Container measures 12 metres in length and holds roughly double the internal space of a 20ft Shipping Container. It’s perfect for any home or business that needs a lot of wind and water tight storage or has high volumes of freight to transport. The 40ft High Cube Shipping Container adds another ~1ft of internal height for bulkier cargo.

When a single door isn’t enough, Container Traders also stocks the 40ft Double Door Shipping Container with doors at both ends, or the 40ft Side Opening Shipping Container for side access. We deliver New Build and Cargo Worthy 40ft Shipping Containers across Australia and can modify yours into a workshop, office, lunch room or something completely custom. Secure your 40ft Shipping Container today.

Features

  • Huge storage capacity – Ideal for static dry storage or the secure transportation of goods.

  • Structurally strong – Weather and vermin proof.

  • Up to 5 years rail and shipping certification – Ready for immediate transport use.

How much does a 40ft Shipping Container cost?

As of April 2026, the price to buy a 40ft shipping container starts from $2,700 - $3,700 for a cargo worthy container. Price excludes GST and delivery. For the best price on 40ft Shipping Containers delivered across Australia, contact the Container Traders team today.

Container Buy New Buy Used
40ft Container $6,100 - $7,500 $2,700 - $3,700
40ft High Cube Container $5,800 - $6,500 $2,900 - $3,300

*Prices exclude GST and delivery. Last updated: 21 April 2026

Common modifications

Looking to add value to your 40ft Shipping Containers? Our experienced team have built a wide range of customised container solutions to suit all applications. From windows, lighting, doors, shelving and more, we’ll make it easy to build your perfect container solution.

40ft Shipping Containers are great for:

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    Container home
    Build your own 1 or 2-bedroom modular dwelling.
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    Container café & dining area
    Modify the container to be the perfect hospitality solution, awnings, kitchenettes and more are possible in this space.
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    Backyard shed
    Store your power and gardening equipment in a secure and weatherproof solution.
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    Inventory storage
    Great for storing your business inventory in a dry secure spot without using up store space.
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    Furniture storage
    Free up room in your home by storing unused furniture and goods in a container.
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    Office
    Create a working space without the need of onsite construction.

FAQ’s

Looking to learn more about 40ft Shipping Containers? We’ve answered some of the common questions our sales team gets asked.

  • A 40ft Standard Shipping Container is 12,192mm (L) x 2,438mm (W) x 2,591mm (H) externally, with an internal size of 12,030mm (L) x 2,350mm (W) x 2,390mm (H).

    A 40ft High Cube Shipping Container has the same length and width but around a foot of extra height. For more info on 40ft Shipping Container dimensions, visit our dimensions page.

  • A 40ft Standard Shipping Container weighs 3,400kg empty (tare) and can carry a maximum load of 27,080kg.

    A 40ft High Cube Shipping Container weighs 3,820kg empty (tare) and can carry a maximum load of 26,580kg.

  • A 40ft Shipping Container delivery needs more room than the shipping container itself, and the exact space depends on whether it’s being delivered on a super tilt-tray or a side loader truck.

    Rule of thumb for access:

    • Clearance height: allow around 4.8m (watch powerlines, trees, eaves).
    • Clearance width: allow around 3m of clear driveway access.
    • Clearance length / manoeuvring: allow 18–20m for the truck to line up and unload safely.

    If you’re unsure, take a few photos of your site and send them to the Container Traders team. And for the full checklist, visit the Container Traders Delivery Guide.

  • As of April 2026, it’s typically cheaper in Australia to buy one 40ft Standard Shipping Container than two 20ft Standard Shipping Containers, prices of 40ft Shipping Containers start from:

    • New 40ft shipping container:  $6,100 - $7,500 +GST
    • Used 40ft shipping container: $2,700 - $3,700 +GST

    Just remember to factor in GST and delivery. For an accurate 20ft & 40ft price comparison to your postcode, contact the team at Container Traders on 1300 89 89 70.

  • A 40ft High Cube Shipping Container is the same length and width as a Standard 40ft Shipping Container, but it’s about an extra foot (305mm) taller. That extra height is handy for mods, bulkier storage, and gives more headroom when forklift loading.

    • External height: Standard 2,591mm vs High Cube 2,896mm
    • Internal height: Standard 2,390mm vs High Cube 2,695mm
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    “Excellent service from Lachlan Wilson on purchasing a 40ft container for storage at our winery. He kept me informed on progress and delivery. Special thanks to the delivery driver who negotiated our steep windy drive and slotted the container in perfectly into a tight space.”

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    Amy was fantastic. She was able to assist with all my questions, and I was very happy with the quoted price. Very fast delivery, they even delivered it from Sydney to Canberra on the same day I paid for it! If you’re lucky enough to get Amy, you won’t be disappointed. Container Traders was by far the best place I tried, unlike the other companies.

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