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If you are looking to buy shipping containers look no further than ABC Container Hire & Sales. ABC has the widest range of shipping containers with over 100 different shipping container sizes and types. Our customers buy shipping containers for extra storage at home or work. Some even modify their shipping containers into offices or gyms, there are countless reasons as to why our customers buy a shipping container. ABC is Queensland and Northern New South Wales' most dependable shipping container supplier, and we're here to tell you everything you need to know about buying a shipping container.
Versatile Solutions for Your Needs
ABC Container Hire & Sales has helped over 10,000 customers buy shipping containers to suit their various needs. If you have a use case for a shipping container, we can definitely make it happen. Our extensive experience helping customers buy shipping containers has allowed us to develop a deep understanding of the industry and the needs of our customers. We use this knowledge to provide you with the best possible service and ensure you get the perfect shipping container for your needs.
Buy Shipping Containers
If you are looking to buy shipping containers look no further than ABC Container Hire & Sales. ABC has the widest range of shipping containers for sale with over 100 different shipping container sizes and types. Our customers buy shipping containers for extra storage at home or work. Some even modify their shipping containers into offices or gyms, there are countless reasons as to why our customers buy a shipping container. ABC is Queensland and Northern New South Wales' most dependable shipping container supplier, and we're here to tell you everything you need to know about buying a shipping container.
Versatile Solutions for Your Needs
ABC Container Hire & Sales has helped over 10,000 customers buy shipping containers to suit their various needs. If you have a use case for a shipping container, we can definitely make it happen. Our extensive experience helping customers buy shipping containers has allowed us to develop a deep understanding of the industry and the needs of our customers. We use this knowledge to provide you with the best possible service and ensure you get the perfect shipping container for your needs.
New Shipping Containers vs Used Shipping Containers For Sale
ABC Container Hire & Sales keeps both used shipping containers and new shipping containers in our depots in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. If you want to purchase a shipping container, make sure to check out our depot nearest to you.
This makes sure you're well-informed about where you can purchase your shipping container from. Another decision you need to make when buying a shipping container is whether you want to buy a new or used container—the price difference between the two can be large, so you need to consider all the factors before making the decision.
New Shipping Containers
ABC has been importing new shipping containers since 2004 and we can also supply used shipping containers. New shipping containers are containers that have been imported with nothing in them, or have only been used for a single trip (these are called single trip new builds). New shipping containers cost more than used shipping containers, however they look neater, the shipping container doors are easy to open and close and they provide a very clean and secure place to store your goods. These containers are always in better condition than our used shipping containers.
Used Shipping Containers
ABC also offers used shipping containers for sale, the units are the cheapest shipping containers we offer for sale. Used shipping containers generally have more dents and surface rust than new shipping containers, and the shipping container doors can be more difficult to open. However if you are looking for cheap shipping containers, they do provide a more affordable storage option.
New Shipping Containers vs Used Shipping Containers For Sale
ABC Container Hire & Sales keeps both used shipping containers and new shipping containers in our depots in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. If you want to purchase a shipping container, make sure to check out our depot nearest to you.
This makes sure you're well-informed about where you can purchase your shipping container from. Another decision you need to make when buying a shipping container is whether you want to buy a new or used container—the price difference between the two can be large, so you need to consider all the factors before making the decision.
New Shipping Containers For Sale
ABC has been importing new shipping containers since 2004 and we can also supply used shipping containers for sale. New shipping containers are containers that have been imported with nothing in them, or have only been used for a single trip (these are called single trip new builds). New shipping containers cost more than used shipping containers, however they look neater, the shipping container doors are easy to open and close and they provide a very clean and secure place to store your goods. These containers are always in better condition than our used shipping containers.
Used Shipping Containers
ABC also offers used shipping containers for sale, the units are the cheapest shipping containers we offer for sale. Used shipping containers generally have more dents and surface rust than new shipping containers, and the shipping container doors can be more difficult to open. However if you are looking for cheap shipping containers, they do provide a more affordable storage option.
Shipping Container Sizes
The most common question we get from our customers is about the size of the shipping containers we offer. The 20ft new and 20ft used containers are our best sellers. The next best seller is our 40ft shipping container followed by our 10ft shipping containers.
Choosing the best shipping container size for you generally comes down to three key factors; how much space you have available to fit your new or used shipping container, how much space you need and how much can you afford to spend.
Keep reading to find out about the different shipping container sizes, as well as internal and external dimensions and the total volume of storage space available for each shipping container size.
Shipping Container Sizes
The most common question we get from our customers is about the size of the shipping containers we offer. The 20ft new and 20ft used containers are our best sellers. The next best seller is our 40ft shipping container followed by our 10ft shipping containers.
Choosing the best shipping container size for you generally comes down to three key factors; how much space you have available to fit your new or used shipping container, how much space you need and how much can you afford to spend.
Keep reading to find out about the different shipping container sizes, as well as internal and external dimensions and the total volume of storage space available for each shipping container size.
10ft Shipping Containers
If you're looking to purchase a 10ft shipping container, it's worth first checking if a 20ft shipping container would fit your needs. Despite offering less than half the storage space, 10ft shipping containers often cost more than 20ft containers. That's not all, the exact dimensions of 10ft shipping containers can also vary, as some are manufactured in overseas factories, while others are 20ft shipping containers that have been halved in Australian workshops.
At ABC Container Hire & Sales, we always encourage our customers to come and inspect our containers at our depots before making a purchase. Feel free to visit us, bring a tape measure, and check out the dimensions of the 10ft shipping container for yourself, or you can check out the 10ft shipping container dimensions here.
As a preliminary check to see if a 10ft shipping container suits your needs, consider the average dimensions: 10ft long x 8ft wide x 8.5ft high, which is equivalent to 2.99 metres long x 2.60 metres high x 2.44 metres wide. If you purchase a 10ft shipping container, you'll generally have approximately 17 cubic metres of storage space available.
20ft shipping containers for sale
Over 75% of the shipping containers we sell at ABC Container Hire & Sales are 20ft shipping containers. Of these, around 90% are standard-height shipping containers with the remaining 10% being high-cube shipping containers.
There is a foot of difference in height between the two options, with standard height shipping containers standing at 8.5ft high (2.60 metres) whereas high cube shipping containers are 9.5ft (2.90 metres) high. Both standard height and high cube shipping container dimensions are exactly 20ft long and 8ft wide. In metric terms, this is 6.10 metres long x 2.44 metres wide.
Total internal storage space for a standard height 20ft shipping container is generally around 33m 3 whereas the extra 300mm of height in a 20ft high cube shipping container provides a storage space of 37m 3 . It's best to check how high the tallest item you need to store stands—the internal floor-to-ceiling height of a standard height container is 2.1 metres compared with a high cube shipping container at 2.4 metres.
40ft Shipping Containers
If you have plenty of space available to store the shipping container you buy or if you need to store any items that are longer than 6.0 metres, the 40ft shipping container is your best choice.
The dimensions of the 40ft containers are identical to 20ft containers, except the length. Like 20-foot shipping containers, you can buy 40-foot shipping containers in both standard height or high cube options, as well as in new or used condition.
Standard height 40ft shipping containers are 8.5ft high (2.60 metres) externally and high cube shipping containers are 9.5ft (2.90 metres) high. Both standard height and high cube 40ft shipping container dimensions are exactly 40ft long and 8ft wide. In metric terms, this is 12.20 metres long x 2.44 metres wide.
Total internal storage space for a standard height 40ft shipping container is generally around 67m 3 with the high cube option offering a total storage capacity of about 77m 3 . Take a look at our shipping container dimensions page if you'd like to get more information on 40ft shipping container dimensions including weight capacities.
One other consideration before you commit to buying a 40ft shipping container is to check if you can get a semi-trailer or a super-tilt truck into your premises to deliver your container and drive it back out again.
10ft Shipping Containers
If you're looking to purchase a 10ft shipping container, it's worth first checking if a 20ft shipping container would fit your needs. Despite offering less than half the storage space, 10ft shipping containers often cost more than 20ft containers. That's not all, the exact dimensions of 10ft shipping containers can also vary, as some are manufactured in overseas factories, while others are 20ft shipping containers that have been halved in Australian workshops.
At ABC Container Hire & Sales, we always encourage our customers to come and inspect our containers at our depots before making a purchase. Feel free to visit us, bring a tape measure, and check out the dimensions of the 10ft shipping container for yourself, or you can check out the 10ft shipping container dimensions here.
As a preliminary check to see if a 10ft shipping container suits your needs, consider the average dimensions: 10ft long x 8ft wide x 8.5ft high, which is equivalent to 2.99 metres long x 2.60 metres high x 2.44 metres wide. If you purchase a 10ft shipping container, you'll generally have approximately 17 cubic metres of storage space available.
20ft shipping containers for sale
Over 75% of the shipping containers we sell at ABC Container Hire & Sales are 20ft shipping containers. Of these, around 90% are standard-height shipping containers with the remaining 10% being high-cube shipping containers.
There is a foot of difference in height between the two options, with standard height shipping containers standing at 8.5ft high (2.60 metres) whereas high cube shipping containers are 9.5ft (2.90 metres) high. Both standard height and high cube shipping container dimensions are exactly 20ft long and 8ft wide. In metric terms, this is 6.10 metres long x 2.44 metres wide.
Total internal storage space for a standard height 20ft shipping container is generally around 33m 3 whereas the extra 300mm of height in a 20ft high cube shipping container provides a storage space of 37m 3 . It's best to check how high the tallest item you need to store stands—the internal floor-to-ceiling height of a standard height container is 2.1 metres compared with a high cube shipping container at 2.4 metres.
40ft shipping containers for sale
If you have plenty of space available to store the shipping container you buy or if you need to store any items that are longer than 6.0 metres, the 40ft shipping container is your best choice.
The dimensions of the 40ft containers are identical to 20ft containers, except the length. Like 20-foot shipping containers, you can buy 40-foot shipping containers in both standard height or high cube options, as well as in new or used condition.
Standard height 40ft shipping containers are 8.5ft high (2.60 metres) externally and high cube shipping containers are 9.5ft (2.90 metres) high. Both standard height and high cube 40ft shipping container dimensions are exactly 40ft long and 8ft wide. In metric terms, this is 12.20 metres long x 2.44 metres wide.
Total internal storage space for a standard height 40ft shipping container is generally around 67m 3 with the high cube option offering a total storage capacity of about 77m 3 . Take a look at our shipping container dimensions page if you'd like to get more information on 40ft shipping container dimensions including weight capacities.
One other consideration before you commit to buying a 40ft shipping container is to check if you can get a semi-trailer or a super-tilt truck into your premises to deliver your container and drive it back out again.
Shipping container doors
One of the most important factors you should consider before you buy a shipping container is the shipping container doors. Often, used shipping containers tend to have container doors that are more difficult to open. So, if you will be using your container for more than just storage and want to enter and exit frequently, you'd be better off buying a new shipping container.
At ABC, our best-selling shipping containers come with “easy open doors”. We highly recommend you come into one of our many depots and try our easy open shipping container doors before making a purchase.
ABC Container Hire & Sales carries the largest range of shipping containers, and this means that not all shipping containers have doors on just one end. We also have shipping containers with side-opening container doors, double-end door containers and roller door shipping containers. We can even install extra shipping container doors into your container if you would like it custom-built for your particular application, like the modified container pictured on the right.
Shipping container doors
One of the most important factors you should consider before you buy a shipping container is the shipping container doors. Often, used shipping containers tend to have container doors that are more difficult to open. So, if you will be using your container for more than just storage and want to enter and exit frequently, you'd be better off buying a new shipping container.
At ABC, our best-selling shipping containers come with “easy open doors”. We highly recommend you come into one of our many depots and try our easy open shipping container doors before making a purchase.
ABC Container Hire & Sales carries the largest range of shipping containers , and this means that not all shipping containers have doors on just one end. We also have shipping containers with side-opening container doors, double-end door containers and roller door shipping containers. We can even install extra shipping container doors into your container if you would like it custom-built for your particular application, like the modified container pictured below.
Shipping container delivery
In some ways buying a shipping container is the easy part and quite often getting your shipping container delivered is where things get tricky. With more than 20 years experience in container transport and moving shipping containers, you can be confident that ABC Container Hire & Sales has your back when it comes time to deliver your shipping container.
ABC gives all customers the option to arrange their own collection of any shipping containers purchased or our friendly and very experienced team can help ease this pressure for you by organising the delivery for you. Most of our shipping container deliveries are completed with a tilt tray (for 20ft shipping containers) or a swing lift (for 40ft shipping containers) truck. For trickier deliveries we can also help with a range of other transport options (flat tops, crane trucks, hiabs, super tilts etc). One thing you will notice when reading our google reviews is that our customers seem to love our delivery drivers as much as they love us! We have built very strong relationships with our container transport providers over the years and we only work with proven operators that make your shipping container delivery as seamless as possible.
Please see our Shipping Container Delivery FAQ page for more information before you buy a shipping container.
Shipping container delivery
In some ways buying a shipping container is the easy part and quite often getting your shipping container delivered is where things get tricky. With more than 20 years experience in container transport and moving shipping containers, you can be confident that ABC Container Hire & Sales has your back when it comes time to deliver your shipping container.
ABC gives all customers the option to arrange their own collection of any shipping containers purchased or our friendly and very experienced team can help ease this pressure for you by organising the delivery for you. Most of our shipping container deliveries are completed with a tilt tray (for 20ft shipping containers) or a swing lift (for 40ft shipping containers) truck. For trickier deliveries we can also help with a range of other transport options (flat tops, crane trucks, hiabs, super tilts etc). One thing you will notice when reading our google reviews is that our customers seem to love our delivery drivers as much as they love us! We have built very strong relationships with our container transport providers over the years and we only work with proven operators that make your shipping container delivery as seamless as possible.
Please see our Shipping Container Delivery FAQ page for more information before you buy a shipping container.
How to Buy a Shipping Container Safely
There are many shipping containers online nowadays, oftentimes by suppliers that don't operate real shipping container depots or even own any shipping containers. You can roll the dice and take your chances if you buy a shipping container from a shipping container supplier like this and there is a risk that the shipping container you buy arrives has holes in the roof, or container doors that are impossible to open. Or that the shipping container you buy doesn't arrive at all! (see our shipping container scammers warning page)
ABC Container Hire & Sales operates in over 20 locations across Queensland, so there's a very good chance we have a location near you. It's well worth the time to come and visit us before you buy a shipping container to check what you are going to receive before it's too late.
Every shipping container for sale in our depots has been inspected by qualified shipping container technicians then photographed and graded. You can be sure that you will receive the best possible service when you buy a shipping container from ABC Container Hire & Sales, Australia's most trusted shipping container supplier.
How to Buy a Shipping Container Safely
There are many shipping containers online nowadays, oftentimes by suppliers that don't operate real shipping container depots or even own any shipping containers. You can roll the dice and take your chances if you buy a shipping container from a shipping container supplier like this and there is a risk that the shipping container you buy arrives has holes in the roof, or container doors that are impossible to open. Or that the shipping container you buy doesn't arrive at all! (see our shipping container scammers warning page)
ABC Container Hire & Sales operates in over 20 locations across Queensland, so there's a very good chance we have a location near you. It's well worth the time to come and visit us before you buy a shipping container to check what you are going to receive before it's too late.
Every shipping container for sale in our depots has been inspected by qualified shipping container technicians then photographed and graded. You can be sure that you will receive the best possible service when you buy a shipping container from ABC Container Hire & Sales, Australia's most trusted shipping container supplier.
Buy A Shipping Container
When it comes to buying a shipping container, there is a lot to consider; from the size of the container, to the price, all the way to the type of doors and to the truck you'll need to have it delivered. While it can be quite intimidating to buy a shipping container, rest assured that ABC Container Hire & Sales has you covered. Our team of experts is always happy to assist you with your shipping container purchasing journey, and are able to offer a wealth of knowledge to make it as easy and stress free as possible. Make sure that when you're buying a shipping container, that you're choosing Australia's best - ABC Container Hire & Sales.
Buy A Shipping Container
When it comes to buying a shipping container, there is a lot to consider; from the size of the container, to the price, all the way to the type of doors and to the truck you'll need to have it delivered. While it can be quite intimidating to buy a shipping container, rest assured that ABC Container Hire & Sales has you covered. Our team of experts is always happy to assist you with your shipping container purchasing journey, and are able to offer a wealth of knowledge to make it as easy and stress free as possible. Make sure that when you're buying a shipping container, that you're choosing Australia's best - ABC Container Hire & Sales.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are shipping containers?
Shipping containers come in varying shapes and sizes. This means that the price will vary from box to box depending on your requirements. The price of shipping containers also goes up and down similar to the stock market, so the only way to get accurate pricing is to ask for a quote from a trusted shipping container supplier, such as ABC Container Hire & Sales.
Where can I buy a shipping container?
There are a variety of options out there for places to buy shipping containers, each offering different prices. If you would like to buy a shipping container, ABC Container Hire & Sales has you covered. We stock almost every type of shipping container you could dream of, and all at competitive prices. Get a quote now.
How tall is a shipping container?
Shipping containers come in a couple of common heights. These sizes are standard height and high cube, 8.5ft tall and 9.5ft tall respectively.
Can I put a shipping container on my property?
Yes! You can purchase or hire a shipping container to put on your property, however there are some laws surrounding the placement of the container, and you should do your own research before purchasing or hiring a shipping container.
How wide is a shipping container?
Shipping containers all come in a standard width of 8ft wide (2.43m).
Can shipping containers be customised for specific needs?
Yes, we offer modification services to tailor containers to your particular requirements, whether for storage, office space, or inventive projects.
Do you offer both new and used containers?
Our inventory includes a wide variety of new and used containers to fit various budgets and purposes.
How secure are shipping containers for storage?
Shipping containers are made from durable, corrosion-resistant steel and provide exceptional security for your belongings against theft and harsh weather conditions.
How many years do shipping containers last?
Shipping containers, given regular maintenance will last around 25 years. If you refurbish them and give them extra care, they can last even longer than this, making them an ideal long term solution.
Can I turn a shipping container into a shop?
Yes. ABC offers an extensive range of shipping container modifications, allowing you to craft the perfect shop for your small business.
Are shipping containers waterproof?
Shipping containers are generally waterproof, depending on their age and general condition. When coming in or out of a depot at ABC, they go through professional inspections to make sure that you're getting exactly what you pay for. All of our containers are waterproof from grades 2 to grade 10, however grade 1 containers may not be waterproof, and are priced as such. For information on our shipping container grading, read our shipping container grading page.
Frequently asked questions
How much are shipping containers?
Shipping containers come in varying shapes and sizes. This means that the price will vary from box to box depending on your requirements. The price of shipping containers also goes up and down similar to the stock market, so the only way to get accurate pricing is to ask for a quote from a trusted shipping container supplier, such as ABC Container Hire & Sales.
Where can I buy a shipping container?
There are a variety of options out there for places to buy shipping containers, each offering different prices. If you would like to buy a shipping container, ABC Container Hire & Sales has you covered. We stock almost every type of shipping container you could dream of, and all at competitive prices. Get a quote now.
How tall is a shipping container?
Shipping containers come in a couple of common heights. These sizes are standard height and high cube, 8.5ft tall and 9.5ft tall respectively.
Can I put a shipping container on my property?
Yes! You can purchase or hire a shipping container to put on your property, however there are some laws surrounding the placement of the container, and you should do your own research before purchasing or hiring a shipping container.
How wide is a shipping container?
Shipping containers all come in a standard width of 8ft wide (2.43m).
Can shipping containers be customised for specific needs?
Yes, we offer modification services to tailor containers to your particular requirements, whether for storage, office space, or inventive projects.
Do you offer both new and used containers?
Our inventory includes a wide variety of new and used containers to fit various budgets and purposes.
How secure are shipping containers for storage?
Shipping containers are made from durable, corrosion-resistant steel and provide exceptional security for your belongings against theft and harsh weather conditions.
How many years do shipping containers last?
Shipping containers, given regular maintenance will last around 25 years. If you refurbish them and give them extra care, they can last even longer than this, making them an ideal long term solution.
Can I turn a shipping container into a shop?
Yes. ABC offers an extensive range of shipping container modifications, allowing you to craft the perfect shop for your small business.
Are shipping containers waterproof?
Shipping containers are generally waterproof, depending on their age and general condition. When coming in or out of a depot at ABC, they go through professional inspections to make sure that you're getting exactly what you pay for. All of our containers are waterproof from grades 2 to grade 10, however grade 1 containers may not be waterproof, and are priced as such. For information on our shipping container grading, read our shipping container grading page.
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