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Everyday workhorse
20ft Standard Conex Box for Sale
The 20ft standard conex box is our most popular container. It balances space, cost and easy delivery, fits most residential and commercial sites, and holds about the contents of a one- to two-bedroom home. Choose new (one-trip) or used, then buy, rent or rent-to-own.
Condition
How you’d like it
- External (L × W × H)
- 20′ × 8′ × 8′ 6″
- Capacity
- ≈ 1,170 cu ft
- Tare weight
- ≈ 4,900 lb
- New
- $3,000
- Used
- $2,100
Purchase price for the container only, before delivery and tax. Prices checked October 2026.
Pricing, availability, and delivery are confirmed when you request a quote.
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Price
Upfront, competitive prices
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Accessories
Free shipping accessories
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Delivery
Delivery in 5 to 10 days
About the 20ft standard conex box
A standard dry container is the everyday workhorse of shipping and storage. Built from weathering Corten steel with corrugated walls, a steel roof, and a hardwood or marine-plywood floor, it keeps contents dry, secure, and out of sight.
Double cargo doors on one end swing open wide and close with lockable cam bars, so loading is straightforward and a padlock or lock box keeps it secure. It is the most common and usually the most affordable container style.
Why 20ft?
The most popular size we sell. It balances space, cost, and easy delivery, and fits on most residential and commercial sites.
What fits
About the contents of a one- to two-bedroom home, or roughly 10 standard pallets.
Who buys a 20ft standard conex box?
Best for: on-site storage during a move or renovation; tool and material storage on construction sites; overflow stock for shops and warehouses; farm equipment and feed; and the base for offices and workshops.
A 20ft box holds roughly 10 standard pallets on the floor, and its double cargo doors open the full width of the container. If you’ll stack tall items or plan a conversion, compare the 20ft high cube, which adds a foot of height. Used 20ft units are graded, so read our guide to used conex containers before choosing between cargo-worthy and wind and watertight.
Key features
- Corten steel walls, roof, and frame
- Double cargo doors with lockable cam bars
- Hardwood or marine-plywood floor
- Lashing points and forklift pockets (on most units)
- Stackable corner castings for safe handling
Popular uses
- On-site storage for homes and businesses
- Construction and job-site tool storage
- Inventory and overflow stock
- Farm and equipment storage
- Moving and long-term storage
Choose what suits your budget
Available conditions
Ask for current photos and grade details of any unit before you decide.
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Available
New
- New
- $3,000
Also called one-trip. Typically shipped once from the factory, so expect clean paint, tight door seals, and little or no wear.
About new containers -
Available
Used
- Used
- $2,100
Has been in service. Expect dents, surface rust, and faded or mismatched paint; graded cargo-worthy or wind and watertight.
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Available
Customized
- Customized
- Get Quote
Starts from a new or used unit and is modified to your plan, such as doors, windows, shelving, insulation, or electrical.
About custom builds
Good to know
Questions about this container
What fits in a 20ft container?
About the contents of a one- to two-bedroom home, or roughly 10 standard pallets. Exact capacity depends on how the space is packed.
How much does a 20ft container weigh?
Empty, a 20ft standard unit weighs about 4,900 lb, though it varies by manufacturer. The exact tare weight is printed on the doors and on the CSC plate.
Can a 20ft container fit in a driveway?
Often, yes. The box is 20 ft long and 8 ft wide, but the delivery truck needs a long, straight approach and clear space overhead to slide it off. Describe your site when you request a quote and we’ll confirm access.
Can I rent this container instead of buying it?
Yes. Choose Buy, Rent or Rent to own above and request a quote, and we’ll confirm what’s available for this unit in your area. See how conex rental and rent-to-own work.
Does the quote include delivery?
Delivery depends on your location, site access and the container selected. Share your ZIP or postal code when you request a quote so those details can be checked.
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Standard in other sizes
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8ft standard conex box
Versatile enclosed space for general storage, materials, and cargo.
- New
- $1,500
- Used
- $800
Everyday workhorse
10ft standard conex box
Versatile enclosed space for general storage, materials, and cargo.
- New
- $2,000
- Used
- $1,300
Everyday workhorse
40ft standard conex box
Versatile enclosed space for general storage, materials, and cargo.
- New
- $4,000
- Used
- $2,800
Everyday workhorse
45ft standard conex box
Versatile enclosed space for general storage, materials, and cargo.
- New
- $5,500
- Used
- $3,800
More 20ft containers
Extra headroom
20ft high cube conex box
Additional interior height for taller loads or roomier storage.
- New
- $3,500
- Used
- $2,700
Top loading
20ft open top conex box
A removable roof lets tall or crane-loaded items go in from above.
Built to your plan
20ft custom-built conex box
Start from a standard unit and add doors, windows, shelving, or other changes.
- Custom configuration
- Get Quote
Temperature control
20ft reefer conex box
Refrigerated space for temperature-sensitive cargo; confirm power and equipment needs.
- New
- $12,000
- Used
- $7,500
Steadier interior
20ft insulated conex box
Insulated walls help moderate interior temperature without active refrigeration.
- New
- $4,000
Oversized cargo
20ft flat rack conex box
Open sides and end walls suited to machinery and loads that don’t fit inside a box.
From the blog
Buyer guides
Plain-English answers to the questions buyers ask most.
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New 20ft Containers: Lead Times & What Arrives on the Truck
How long it takes to get a new 20ft shipping container, what affects lead time, and exactly what to expect and check when a new one-trip container arrives.
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20ft New Container Colors & Paint Options
The colors new 20ft shipping containers come in, how to choose one, when custom paint is worth it, and how to repaint or touch up a container properly.
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Containers for Construction Sites: Job-Site Storage Guide
How to use shipping containers on construction sites: sizes, placement, security, site offices, moving between jobs and choosing to rent or buy.
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Keeping a Used 20ft Container Rust-Free: Maintenance Guide
How to keep a used 20ft shipping container rust-free: placement, roof care, rust treatment, painting, seals, ventilation and a simple yearly maintenance plan.