8ft Shipping Container

The 8ft shipping container is a compact storage unit designed for residential, commercial, and light industrial applications where space is limited. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for locations where larger shipping containers cannot be accommodated..

Key Features

• Compact 8ft footprint suitable for driveways, backyards, and confined urban locations

• Corten steel construction with 1.5mm thick walls for structural integrity and security 

• Weather-resistant steel construction suitable for outdoor storage

• Marine-grade plywood flooring over steel cross-members

• Double cargo doors with secure locking system for access and security

• Integrated ventilation to promote air circulation and prevent moisture build-up

• Forklift pockets for ease of handling and repositioning

• Corner castings for stacking compatibility

Detailed Description

The 8ft shipping container is constructed from Corten steel, a weathering steel formulation that develops a protective oxide layer when exposed to atmospheric conditions. This material provides structural integrity and resistance to corrosion, making the container suitable for extended outdoor placement . The 1.5mm thick steel walls provide security against unauthorized access and protection from pests .

The compact 8ft length provides approximately 52 square feet of floor space, offering a balance between storage capacity and space efficiency for locations where larger containers cannot be accommodated . Its compact footprint makes it suitable for locations where larger shipping containers cannot be accommodated.

The floor system utilizes marine-grade plywood panels secured to steel cross-members, providing a good load capacity. The container includes Passive ventilation openings to promote air circulation and reduce moisture accumulation .

The double cargo doors feature steel locking bars with a secure locking mechanism compatible with padlocks. A lockbox option is available for enhanced security . Forklift pockets are positioned along the container base for repositioning, and corner castings at all eight corners enable stacking when empty . This unit is typically not used for ocean freight, as it does not meet standard specifications for shipping .

Technical Specifications

• External Length: 2,438 mm (8 ft 0 in) 

• External Width: 2,200 mm (7 ft 3 in) 

• External Height: 2,260 mm (7 ft 5 in) 

• Internal Length: 2,287 mm (7 ft 6 in) approx. 

• Internal Width: 2,112 mm (6 ft 11 in) approx. 

• Internal Height: 2,050 mm (6 ft 9 in) approx. 

• Floor Area: 4.83 m² (51.8 sq ft) 

• Interior Volume: 9.9 m³ (350 ft³) 

• Door Opening Width: 2,106 mm (82.7 in) 

• Door Opening Height: 1,949 mm (76.7 in) 

• Door Opening Angle: 270 degrees 

• Wall Thickness: 1.5 mm Corten steel 

• Floor Material: Marine-grade plywood

• Frame Material: Corten steel

• Locking System: Double door with steel locking bars, lockbox compatible 

• Tare Weight: Approx. 950 kg (2,100 lbs)

• Max Payload: Approx. 5,050kg (11,130lbs)

• Max Gross Weight: Approx. 6,000 kg (13,227 lbs)

• Forklift Pockets: Included, 4 positions 

• Corner Castings: Standard, 8 positions 

• Ventilation: Standard forced ventilation 

Intended Use

This container is suited for the following applications :

• Residential storage for tools, garden equipment, and seasonal items

• Small business inventory and supply storage

• Tradesperson and contractor tool storage

• Construction site material and equipment storage

• Compact workshop or portable workspace

• Archiving and document storage

The 8ft length provides a space-efficient storage solution for locations where larger containers cannot be accommodated.

Package Includes

• 8ft shipping container with double cargo doors

• Marine-grade plywood floor

• Corner castings (8 total)

• Locking hasps on cargo doors

• Forklift pockets (4 positions)

• Ventilation system