This 40ft used watertight container red is the entry-level option in the 40ft range — an ex-shipping line standard unit with a sound wooden floor, functional double doors, and no holes in the structure. At 67.7 m³ of internal volume, it gives you the storage equivalent of a double garage in a single portable steel unit. Colour varies depending on the original shipping line paint — red, orange, blue, and green are all common. Surface rust, dents, and cosmetic wear are normal for this grade and are reflected directly in the price.
40ft Used Watertight Container Red Specifications
External Dimensions
| Dimension | Millimetres | Feet / Inches |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 12,192 mm | 40′ 0″ |
| Width | 2,438 mm | 8′ 0″ |
| Height | 2,591 mm | 8′ 6″ |
Internal Dimensions
| Dimension | Millimetres | Feet / Inches |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 12,032 mm | 39′ 5″ |
| Width | 2,352 mm | 7′ 8″ |
| Height | 2,385 mm | 7′ 10″ |
Weight & Capacity
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Gross Weight | 30,480 kg |
| Tare Weight | 3,750 kg |
| Max Payload | 26,730 kg |
| Internal Volume | 67.7 m³ |
| Condition | Wind & Watertight (Used) |
| Colour | Red |
Standard Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Floor | Wooden — good condition, no structural damage |
| Doors | Double doors — end wall, functional |
| Structure | No holes — wind and watertight confirmed |
| Cosmetic Condition | Surface rust, dents, wear — expected for grade |
| Branding | May carry original shipping line logo |
Who the 40ft Used Watertight Container Red Suits
A 40ft used watertight container red at entry-level pricing suits buyers who need maximum volume at minimum cost. Farmers storing bulk grain, equipment, and agricultural inputs on a rural block get 67.7 m³ of weatherproof steel storage — roughly the equivalent of a two-car garage — without the lead time and council approvals a permanent shed requires. Construction operators use them for secure on-site tool lockup, materials protection, and consumables storage across long project timelines. Industrial buyers who need compound perimeter containers, site fencing solutions, or stacked storage configurations buy on volume and price rather than cosmetic grade. This entry-level unit covers all of those applications at the sharpest 40ft price point in the range.
Wind and watertight certification confirms the structure keeps out rain, wind, and vermin despite surface cosmetic wear. The wooden floor handles standard pallet loads and hand trolleys without structural failure. The double end doors open fully, giving unrestricted access to the 12,032mm internal length for long items like steel sections, timber, and pipe runs.
Key Features
- Wind & watertight — no holes, weatherproof structure confirmed
- 67.7 m³ internal volume — full 40ft storage capacity
- Wooden floor in good condition — handles pallet and hand trolley loads
- Double end doors — functional, full-width access
- Colour varies — original shipping line paint, not guaranteed
- Surface rust and wear expected — cosmetic only, not structural
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This container meets ISO 668 Series 1 freight container standards, built to international structural and dimensional specifications.
