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Standard·40ft·ISO Cargo Container

40ft Open-Side Shipping Container

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Specialty containers vary in spec, condition, and sourcing. Pricing is locked when we confirm what's actually in inventory for your size + condition. Call us and we'll quote it on the phone — no payment taken until you say yes.

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Overview 40ft Open-Side shipping container — full-length bi-fold side access.
Door opening 7'8" (rear) + full side × 7'5"
Capacity ~1,135 - 2,330 cu ft
Tare weight 5,510 - 9,250 lbs
ISO type 22P3 / 42P3
What people use it for

The 40ft is the workhorse.

Most common use cases buyers tell us about. If your situation isn't here, call us and we'll tell you whether this is the right size.

01

Backyard storage

Tools, lawn equipment, seasonal stuff. Fits behind most fences. Stop paying off-site storage.

02

Jobsite tools

Secure on-site storage for contractors. Theft-proof steel. Ready before Monday morning.

03

Workshop conversion

The rugged shell for your shop build. Welders, fabricators, woodworkers. Cut doors, add power.

04

Rural property

Land, ranch, hunting lot. Tractors, tools, generators. No permits, no construction.

05

Vehicle / toy storage

Motorcycles, ATVs, jet skis. Dry, secure, lockable. Better than a shed, cheaper than a garage.

06

Inventory overflow

Retail backstock, e-commerce inventory, seasonal goods. Stop renting extra warehouse space.

07

Farm + ag

Feed, irrigation, fencing, equipment. Weather-resistant. Place anywhere on the property.

08

Emergency supplies

Preppers, off-grid families, homesteaders. Food, water, fuel, generator. Long-term secure.

Practical capacity

What actually fits in a 40ft Open-Side Shipping Container.

Cubic feet is abstract. Here's what those cubic feet hold in real-world items.

Drive-up loading bay

Forklift access along the entire side

Open-air retail

Lift the side, instant pop-up shop or food stall

Workshop with side door

Material handling without the rear-door bottleneck

Equipment that doesn't turn

Long machinery that won't pivot through a rear door

Festival / event venue

Open the side for crowd flow + service

Vehicle showcase

Display car/bike with full side open for viewing

Common questions

Questions people ask about 40ft Open-Side Shipping Container containers.

How does the side panel open?

Hinged at the top — lifts up like a garage door, or comes off completely on some units. Specific mechanism varies by manufacturer.

Are open-sided containers weatherproof when closed?

Yes — when the side is closed and latched, the gasket seals like a standard container door. Designed for ocean shipping.

Can I lock the open side?

Yes — the side has the same locking gear as the rear cargo doors.

Are open-sided units common in inventory?

No — they're specialty supply. Plan for longer lead times and higher prices than standard sealed containers.

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