20ft containers · New & used
20-Foot Shipping Containers for Sale in Colorado
About 150 square feet of secure, weather-resistant storage on a footprint that fits driveways, side yards, shop lots and smaller job sites.
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The short answer
A standard 20-foot shipping container measures 20′ long, 8′ wide and 8′6″ tall outside, with roughly 1,170 cubic feet of space inside. It holds about the contents of a one- to two-bedroom home, and it's the easiest size to place on tighter properties.
What fits in a 20-foot container
- Furniture and household belongings during a move or renovation
- Tools and small equipment for a contractor or trade
- Landscaping gear, mowers and seasonal equipment
- Business inventory, records and supplies
- Feed, tack and tools on a smaller farm or acreage
New or used?
A new (one-trip) 20-foot container looks clean and uniform, which works well near a home or business entrance. A used 20-foot container costs less and still provides secure, wind and water tight storage for tools and materials.
Delivery considerations
Because it's half the length of a 40-footer, a 20-foot container needs less room to deliver. As a general guide, plan on a clear straight approach of around 60 to 75 feet, about 12 feet of width and open overhead clearance. We'll confirm your site before scheduling.
| Measurement | Standard | High cube |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior length | 20′ (6.06 m) | 20′ (6.06 m) |
| Exterior width | 8′ (2.44 m) | 8′ (2.44 m) |
| Exterior height | 8′ 6″ (2.59 m) | 9′ 6″ (2.90 m) |
| Interior length (approx.) | 19′ 4″ | 19′ 4″ |
| Interior width (approx.) | 7′ 8″ | 7′ 8″ |
| Interior height (approx.) | 7′ 10″ | 8′ 10″ |
| Door opening (approx.) | 7′ 8″ W × 7′ 5″ H | 7′ 8″ W × 8′ 5″ H |
| Interior volume (approx.) | 1,170 cu ft | 1,330 cu ft |
| Floor area (approx.) | ≈ 150 sq ft | ≈ 150 sq ft |
Dimensions are typical industry figures and vary slightly by manufacturer and build year. We'll confirm the exact specifications of the container you're quoted.
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40-Foot Containers
Double the floor space for equipment, inventory and materials.
20ft vs 40ft
How to choose the right container size.
New Containers
One-trip containers with clean, consistent appearance.
Used Containers
Inspected, wind and water tight storage at a lower cost.
Delivery Prep Guide
Space, ground and access checklist before delivery day.
Financing
Spread out the cost through our partner, Clicklease.
Get a Free Shipping Container Quote
Tell us what you need, where it's going and when. We'll review access, confirm options and send a clear quote that includes delivery. You pay when the container arrives.