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General Purpose Shipping Containers For Sale

Alternative names: GP, Standard height, 8'6", 2.59m

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General Purpose Shipping Containers provide a standard height of 8'6" (or 2.59m). These shipping containers come in a range of configurations and sizes in new and used conditions.

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Here are some of the options we have for general purpose, standard rear opening shipping containers. If you are wondering what size and condition is best for you, get in contact and we'll be able to assist you to in finding the right container for your requirements.

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New and Used 20ft General Purpose Shipping Containers are the ideal size for general storage. When aesthetics are as important as functionality, a new build single trip shipping container is recommended.
New and Used 20ft Side Opening General Purpose Shipping Containers feature bifold doors that can open up access along the full side wall of the container. Loading and unloading is made easier with forklift, and you can access goods directly from any point in the container.
Having two access points in the shipping container vastly increases efficiency and convenience. With a set of container doors in the front and rear walls of the container, most parts of the container will be easily accessible. Ideal for frequent loading and unloading or for dividing the storage into two areas.
New and Used 20ft Both Side Opening General Purpose Shipping Containers open on both side walls and the rear of the container. With bifold doors the number of access configurations possible in this container are numerous. 
New and Used 20ft Refrigerated General Purpose Shipping Containers are ideal for storing foods or temperature sensitive goods. Made with quality components, you can trust the reliability of maintaining a steady set temperature from -20C to +20C.
New and Used 20ft Open Top General Purpose Shipping Containers are ideal for storing or transporting bulky or heavy cargo that will not fit through normal container doors, or for over-height items that a roofed container couldn’t accommodate.
One of the most popular containers are Used 20ft General Purpose Shipping Containers. Originally created to securely transport goods all over the world, these containers are now being used for a range of other applications.
Used 20ft Side Opening General Purpose Shipping Containers look fantastic and are a popular choice for their convenience. With access points to any part of the container they are practical for frequently accessed storage.
Used 20ft Double Door General Purpose Shipping Containers provide easy access to goods via containers doors at either end of the container. These containers are perfect for regularly accessed goods or for partitioning into two separate areas.  
Used 20ft Refrigerated General Purpose Shipping Containers provide economical storage at a set temperature. With control from -20 to +20 degrees celsius, quality components and a design that promotes airflow, these popular containers are used for a range of applications from storing frozen and chilled food to flowers or sensitive equipment.
Used 20ft Open Top General Purpose Shipping Containers are popular in industries where large loading machinery is in use. They are also useful for storage or transport of odd shaped items that cannot be loaded through standard container doors.
Used 20ft Insulated (Non Operational) Shipping Containers are a popular choice for home and business to store anything that has temperature sensitivities. The insulated stainless-steel interior of the container provides greater heat protection and reduces temperature fluctuations.
New and Used 40ft General Purpose Shipping Containers have huge storage capacity and can be used for static dry storage or for secure transportation of goods by road, rail and sea.
Get easy access to storage with double doors at both ends of your shipping container with New and Used 40ft Double Door General Purpose Shipping Containers. New and Used build single trip - these containers are the best grade available.
When aesthetics is as important as functionality, New and Used 40ft Open Top General Purpose Shipping Containers are the best grade available and have huge storing capacity with the ease and convenience of a removeable top.
Enjoy huge storage with Used 40ft General Purpose Shipping Containers. These containers are structurally strong and are perfect for dry storage or modified to become functional spaces. When functionality is the most important aspect of your solution, a used container may be suitable for you.
When you’re dealing with a 40ft container, access from either end is very convenient. Used 40ft Double Door General Purpose Shipping Containers have doors on the front and rear of the container, making it much easier to get access to the stored goods.
Used 40ft Open Top General Purpose Shipping Containers are largely used in mining and agriculture industries where productivity is the main priority and loading by machinery is common.
New and Used 10ft General Purpose Shipping Containers are the perfect small item secure storage container. Easily transportable on site or perfect for domestic applications where space is tight.
New and Used 10ft Dangerous Goods General Purpose Shipping Containers provide storage for dangerous and toxic materials in a small footprint. Meeting Australian regulations, these containers are built for safety.
Secure storage with a small footprint, Used 10ft General Purpose Shipping Containers are strong and easy to transport on site. These containers come in your choice of colour.

General Purpose Shipping Containers For Sale Prices

Container Type Price Guide (Excl. GST & Delivery)
Cargo Worthy Refurbished New
10ft General Purpose Shipping Containers POA $4,300 to $5,000 $6,400 to $7,400
20ft General Purpose Shipping Containers $2,450 to $2,600 $3,450 to $3,900 $4,200 to $4,300
40ft General Purpose Shipping Containers $2,950 to $3,300 $3,900 to $4,300 $6,900 to $7,400
20ft Side Opening General Purpose Shipping Containers POA POA $8,700 to $9,800
20ft Double Door General Purpose Shipping Containers POA POA $4,950 to $5,750
40ft Double Door General Purpose Shipping Containers POA POA $7,700 to $8,400
20ft Both Side Opening General Purpose Shipping Containers POA POA $18,500 to $20,500
10ft Dangerous Goods General Purpose Shipping Containers N/A N/A $10,800 to $11,800
20ft Refrigerated General Purpose Shipping Containers $9,400 to $10,800 $9,900 to $12,000 $47,500
20ft Open Top General Purpose Shipping Containers $6,800 to $7,700 $7,900 to $8,800 POA
40ft Open Top General Purpose Shipping Containers $8,800 to $9,400 $9,800 to $10,400 POA
20ft Insulated (Non Operational) Shipping Containers $5,800 to $6,600 $6,800 to $7,600 POA

General Purpose Shipping Containers For Sale Dimensions

General Purpose Shipping Containers For Sale Dimensions, Sizes, Cubic Capacity & Weight
Shipping Container Exterior Length Exterior Width Exterior Height Interior Length Interior Width Interior Height Door Width Door Height Cubic Metres Approx.
Empty Weight
in KG's
Approx.
Max Payload
10ft Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
2980
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2591
Interior Length
2830
Interior Width
2350
Interior Height
2385
Door Width
2330
Door Height
2285
Cubic Metres
16
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
1,250
Approx. Max Payload
8910
20ft Dimensions
Exterior Length
6058
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2591
Interior Length
5880
Interior Width
2350
Interior Height
2385
Door Width
2330
Door Height
2285
Cubic Metres
33.1
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
2250
Approx. Max Payload
28230
40ft Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
12192
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2591
Interior Length
12030
Interior Width
2350
Interior Height
2390
Door Width
2330
Door Height
2285
Cubic Metres
67.7
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
3400
Approx. Max Payload
27080
20ft Side Open Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
6058
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2591
Interior Length
5970
Interior Width
2287
Interior Height
2587
Door Width
2330
Door Height
2190
Cubic Metres
31
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
3670
Approx. Max Payload
30,330
20ft Double Door Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
6058
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2591
Interior Length
5890
Interior Width
2350
Interior Height
2390
Door Width
2340
Door Height
2585
Cubic Metres
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
2180
Approx. Max Payload
28,300
40ft Double Door Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
12190
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2591
Interior Length
12029
Interior Width
2350
Interior Height
2390
Door Width
2330
Door Height
2285
Cubic Metres
67.7
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
3500
Approx. Max Payload
20ft Both Side Opening Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
6058
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2591
Interior Length
5898
Interior Width
2224
Interior Height
2348
Door Width
2340
Door Height
2597
Cubic Metres
28.1
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
3670
Approx. Max Payload
10ft Dangerous Goods Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
2991
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2595
Interior Length
2790
Interior Width
2370
Interior Height
2385
Door Width
2330
Door Height
2285
Cubic Metres
16
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
1200
Approx. Max Payload
8,960
20ft Refrigerated Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
6058
Exterior Width
2440
Exterior Height
2595
Interior Length
5468
Interior Width
2227
Interior Height
2270
Door Width
2290
Door Height
2264
Cubic Metres
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
3740
Approx. Max Payload
31,260
20ft Open Top Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
6058
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2896
Interior Length
5960
Interior Width
2350
Interior Height
2280
Door Width
2340
Door Height
2280
Cubic Metres
33
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
3000
Approx. Max Payload
27,480
40ft Open Top Shipping Container Dimensions
Exterior Length
12,192
Exterior Width
2438
Exterior Height
2591
Interior Length
12,030
Interior Width
2350
Interior Height
2390
Door Width
2340
Door Height
2285
Cubic Metres
66.8
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
4050
Approx. Max Payload
28,450
20ft Insulated (Non Operational) Dimensions
Exterior Length
6058
Exterior Width
2440
Exterior Height
2595
Interior Length
5468
Interior Width
2227
Interior Height
2270
Door Width
2290
Door Height
2264
Cubic Metres
Approx. Empty Weight in KG's
3740
Approx. Max Payload
31260

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