20ft Used Shipping Container for Sale

A 20ft used shipping container is one of the most practical storage solutions you can buy. It is large enough to hold equipment, inventory, or household goods, yet compact enough to fit on most residential, commercial, and industrial sites.

Our 20ft used containers are typically 8 to 12 years old. They may show cosmetic wear such as minor dents, scratches, and surface rust, but every unit is inspected to make sure it is structurally sound and ready for secure storage.

Each container is:

• Built with CORTEN anti-corrosive steel
• Fitted with 1 1/8 inch marine grade plywood flooring
• Checked to ensure it is wind and watertight
• Confirmed to have solid floors and fully working doors

Once it passes inspection, it is ready to go to work on your site.

Why Choose a Used 20ft Container?

A used 20ft container gives you a strong balance of value, durability, and flexibility:

• Lower cost than new
  You get the same structural strength and security for a fraction of the price of a new container.
• Tough enough for real-world use
  These containers were originally built for international shipping, so they are designed to handle heavy loads, weather, and constant use.
• Fast way to add storage space
  No permits, no construction, no building delays in most cases. Set it on your site and start using it.
• Versatile footprint
  At 20 feet long, this size works in driveways, parking lots, job sites, farms, and tight urban lots where a 40ft container will not fit.

If you need secure storage without overbuying on size or budget, a used 20ft container is usually the best starting point.

Specifications

Typical specifications for a standard 20ft used shipping container include:

• Construction: CORTEN anti-corrosive all steel
• Flooring: 1 1/8 inch marine grade plywood
• Locking: Secure lockbox for added padlock protection (on most units)
• Standards: Manufactured to ISO specifications
• Handling: Forklift pockets on most units for easier positioning
• Ventilation: Side vents for airflow to help reduce condensation

You can request current photos of available inventory if you want to see the exact unit condition before purchase or delivery.

Common Uses for 20ft Containers

A 20ft used container is one of the most flexible sizes on the market. Popular uses include:

• Construction and industrial sites
  Store tools, generators, equipment, and materials securely on site, instead of hauling everything back and forth.
• Retail and commercial storage
  Use it for seasonal inventory, event equipment, displays, or overflow stock behind your building or in a yard.
• Agricultural and farm storage
  Protect feed, seed, supplies, fencing, and smaller implements from weather and theft.
• Residential storage
  Ideal for moves, renovations, or long-term storage of furniture, boxes, and household goods.
• Small business operations
  Turn it into a secure storage area for parts, files, or supplies, or use it as a base for future modifications.

If you are unsure whether a 20ft container will fit your property or your storage volume, you can compare your available space to a standard one-car garage. A 20ft container is roughly similar in footprint, but taller and more secure.

Delivery Information

• Delivery available via tilt-bed or flatbed trailer
• Flatbed deliveries require a forklift on-site to offload the container
• Delivery location must have 60–80 feet of clear, straight space for safe placement

A simple compacted gravel pad, concrete pad, or even solid ground with railroad ties or blocks under the corners is usually enough for most storage applications.

Ready for a 20ft Container? Call Container King

Ready to add secure storage to your property?

Contact Container King for current pricing and availability on 20ft used shipping containers. Our team can walk you through container conditions and available options, help you decide if a 20ft unit is the right size for your needs, and explain exactly what is required on site for smooth delivery. We will also work with you to schedule a delivery window that fits your timeline.

Reach out to Container King by phone or request a quote online, and we will help you get the right container on your site with as little hassle as possible.