Used 10ft Cut Down Shipping Container Specifications
External Dimensions
| Dimension | Metres | Feet / Inches |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2.99 m | 9′ 10″ |
| Width | 2.44 m | 8′ 0″ |
| Height | 2.59 m | 8′ 6″ |
Internal Dimensions
| Dimension | Metres | Feet / Inches |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2.84 m | 9′ 4″ |
| Width | 2.35 m | 7′ 8″ |
| Height | 2.39 m | 7′ 10″ |
Door Opening
| Dimension | Metres |
|---|---|
| Door Width | 2.34 m |
| Door Height | 2.28 m |
Construction & Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base Material | Ex-shipping line ISO 40ft Cor-Ten steel |
| Cut Length | 10ft — cut to exact length requirements |
| Rear Panel | Fabricated steel — structural integrity restored |
| Corner Posts | Fabricated — all four corners sound |
| Floor | 28mm marine plywood |
| Doors | Double doors — end wall access |
| Security | Fitted lockbox — padlock ready |
| Finish | Re-sprayed inside and out |
| Tare Weight | 1,300 kg |
| Condition | Wind & Watertight (Used) |
| Stock Reference | 2601 |
| Dispatch | Lowood QLD 4311 |
What Makes a 10ft Cut Down Container Different
A used 10ft cut down shipping container starts life as a standard ISO 40ft Cor-Ten steel container — the same structural steel used in containers that cross oceans under full load. The cutting and fabrication process divides that 40ft box into four 10ft units. Each cut unit receives a fabricated rear steel panel and new corner posts that restore the structural integrity of the original shell, so the 10ft cut down carries the same Cor-Ten steel body, 28mm marine ply floor, and weatherproof door seal as the full-size container it came from — in a 2.99m footprint that fits where no 20ft unit can go, 28mm marine ply floor, and weatherproof door seal as the full-size container it came from — in a 2.99m footprint that fits where no 20ft unit can go.
The re-spray inside and out removes any shipping line branding, surface rust, and cosmetic wear from the cutting process — the unit arrives looking clean and ready for immediate use. Custom lengths beyond 10ft are available on request — contact us to discuss your exact site dimensions before ordering. The 1,300 kg tare weight makes this unit compatible with most standard residential forklifts and compact telehandlers for on-property repositioning without crane support.
Key Features
- Wind & watertight — structurally sound, keeps out weather and vermin
- Cor-Ten steel body — cut from ex-shipping line ISO 40ft container
- Fabricated rear panel and corner posts — structural integrity fully restored
- Re-sprayed inside and out — clean finish on delivery
- 28mm marine ply floor — handles trolley and stored goods loads
- Double doors with fitted lockbox — padlock security included
- 1,300 kg tare weight — standard forklift compatible
- Custom lengths available — contact us to discuss
- Storage use only — not suitable for ocean freight
- Stock ref 2601 — ready for immediate delivery
Important — Ocean Freight Not Applicable
This container is certified for storage use only. It is not suitable for ocean freight as a standalone unit — the minimum size for ocean freight is 20ft, and a cut-down unit does not carry a CSC plate. If you need a 10ft container for active shipping, contact us to discuss cargo-worthy 10ft units.
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