10ft shipping containers, also referred to as mini shipping containers, are the ideal storage solution when space is limited. These smaller units are commonly used for the safe onsite storage of furniture, equipment, parts and accessories.
10ft Shipping Container
10ft shipping containers, also referred to as mini shipping containers, are the ideal storage solution when space is limited. These smaller units are commonly used for the safe onsite storage of furniture, equipment, parts and accessories.
Container Details
SCF’s 10ft shipping containers are built from weathering carbon steel with superior fittings. Unlike lower quality substitution storage boxes which are made of cheap wood and covered with a flimsy weatherproof resistant material, these containers will keep your valuables safe inside, while the rain, wind and vermin stay outside, where they belong.
As a perfect alternative to a garden shed or garage, these units are the ideal storage solution for a range of items including but not limited to furniture, tools, automotive parts, clothes, excess stock, files and gardening equipment. Need to move it? No problems. These containers have forklift pockets or can be craned into a different position on site.
SCF also produce a high cube variant, which has an extra foot in the ceiling height giving it increased storage capacity.
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Approx 2.9m L x 2.5m W x 2.6m H (GP) or 2.9m H (HC)
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Internal Capacity 16m3
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Wind and watertight
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Pest and vermin proof
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Wooden floors
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Lashing points at the floor and ceiling to secure your goods
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Secure and lockable via our lockbox system
10ft Shipping Container Dimensions
Specifications may vary
Calculate how much storage space you need
Find out how much storage space you need by entering the quantity of each item you want to store. Our calculator will then provide the total space required in cubic meters.
Key Features
- Approx 2.9m L x 2.5m W x 2.6m H (GP) or 2.9m H (HC)
- Internal Capacity 16m3
- Wind and watertight
- Pest and vermin proof
- Wooden floors
- Lashing points at the floor and ceiling to secure your goods
- Secure and lockable via our lockbox system
How is this container delivered?
We aim to make your container delivery on site as smooth as possible. Please notify us when getting a container quote if there are any obstructions like power lines near where you plan to place your container or if access for a truck is likely to be tricky.
Also, please make sure that the area the truck will need to access is clear and that any loved pets and children are somewhere safe.
Delivery on site can be made using the following methods.
Tilt Tray
Tilt tray delivers a container off the back of the truck. Similar to a tow truck, the tray is mechanically lowered at an angle, and the container is slid off, with the truck moving forward at slow speed. This is the most common delivery method used for containers. Tilt trays are not suitable for sites with overhead power lines as the container height increases significantly when tilted.
Hiab Crane
Hiab cranes lift containers from a mechanism located behind the truck's cabin. This is used when there is limited space for a side loader or tilt tray. Using a crane means the container is easily positioned at an angle or up on a raised area. It can also be used to place containers over a fence or other obstacles.
FAQ
We have competitively priced new & used 10ft shipping containers, in a range of grades available for sale, so can cater to your budget – you get to choose.
Depending on the grade, our containers are water tight, windproof and impervious to pests and vermin. All of our containers for sale feature floor and ceiling lashing points for fastening your goods.
See our Shipping Containers Buyer's Guide to get a better understanding of the options available.
If you don't need to keep or modify a container, you should consider hiring a mini shipping container instead. It is a much cheaper option than buying, and you will have access to the newest units in the fleet.
Remember that hiring shipping containers is an operating cost and can be tax deductible. With a minimum contract term of 31 days, hiring is often a better solution than buying containers.
Still unsure what's best for you? Check out our guide, Should I hire or buy a shipping container?
A 10ft container is 2.9m long by 2.4m wide by 2.5m high. A high cube version is slightly taller, measuring 2.9m high (no difference to width and length).
Each council has a different position on shipping containers. You will need to check with your local council about whether planning permission is required to store a container on your private property. Often, short-term hires are more favourable compared to long-term hires, or containers used as dwellings. Permission will definitely be required if you plan to store the council on a nature strip or council land.
You could fit the equivalent of a 1 bedroom home/apartment into a 10ft container. The internal capacity of a 10ft container is 16m3 for a standard height, or 18m3 for a high cube. Why not use our space calculator to make sure you can fit what you need?
A 10ft shipping container weighs ~1,350kg.
A range of options are available for the 10ft shipping container.
- Lockbox for added security
- Steel floor
- GPS tracking system
- Transport/Shipping Certifications
- High Cube - additional height and cubic capacity
- Variety of Container Grades available - New or Used
- Ask us about container modifications including shelving, power and lighting
They used to be, but they're now also commonly used for onsite storage - at homes, small business, schools, councils, building sites, factories, retail stores, the list goes on.
Yes - shipping containers are an affordable option for additional storage at your home. All you need is a bit of space and some access, and we can get a container to you.
You will need to seek council approval if you want to place your container outside of your property. There is no single national rule, so the best action is to reach out to your local council directly.
There has been an increase in container scams in recent years. You should follow these steps to ensure the seller is real:
- Request an inspection
- Check the price - if it is too good to be true, it probably is fake
- Get a contact number and Google it - many people who have been caught out before share their experience online
- Check the finer detail - ABNs, Google salespeople names, does the email domain match the website (steer clear of @gmail/@hotmail style addresses)
- Ask plenty of questions, and expect honest and clear answers.
Want to know more? Check out our detailed guide to help protect yourself here.
