20-Foot Shipping Container for Rent
A 20 foot shipping container is the perfect solution for businesses looking for a cost-efficient, medium-sized storage unit that can be used across versatile utility spaces. These 20ft containers fit efficiently in a standard parking area and can create secure storage for all your immediate business needs.
Our 20 ft shipping containers can conveniently house industrial and commercial inventory, expensive tools at your job site, and provide emergency storage in disaster-affected areas.
If you are looking for portable storage containers, we have the perfect fit for your business. At Mobile Modular Portable Storage, we can help you select the right 20ft shipping container rental for both temporary and long-term storage needs. With 1,172 cubic feet of capacity, our 20 foot containers provide secure and reliable storage space for your projects.
Features
- Lockable door handles
- Forklift pockets to facilitate mobility and stacking
- ISO grade and corrosion-resistant steel construction
- Wind and water-resistant
- Durable flooring
- Vents to reduce condensation and improve circulation
- Uniformly painted beige exterior to blend with the surroundings
- Bottom corner castings
Upgrades
- Available high-security lock option(s) for added security
- Folding tables and chairs
- Plan tables
- Shelving brackets and pipe racks for maximum utilization of space
- Optional upgrade to climate-controlled insulated containers
- Damage waiver covering erosions caused by fire and smoke, lightning, windstorm, floods, hail, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, explosions, and collisions
- Double door option for walkway tunnels, hotel stock, or seasonal décor
- Roll-up doors and/or personal doors
Dimensions and Specifications
The dimensions of our standard 20 ft. container are as follows:
Please read our size guide to learn more about shipping container dimensions.
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Office Furniture & Bundles
Equip your container office with ergonomic, durable, and efficient office furniture. From tables and chairs to message boards, we offer all the essentials to create a comfortable working environment.
Locks
Ensure the security of your valuable items with our heavy-duty container locks. We provide robust locking mechanisms to protect your container.
Shelving
Maximize your storage space with our durable and customizable shelving solutions, designed to handle heavy loads and organize your container's interior.
Lighting & Privacy
Our lighting and privacy solutions ensure your container is well-lit, improving safety and efficiency. Choose from various lighting setups to suit your specific use case.
Protection Plans
Choose peace of mind with our low-cost Loss Damage Waiver—covers container damage from storms, floods, fire, or collisions—and Contents Insurance, protecting your tools, equipment, and valuables against theft, water, pests, and more.
Protection Plans for Mobile Modular Portable Storage
Loss Damage Waiver
Safeguard your investment and avoid unexpected costs with our Loss Damage Waiver. This optional add-on minimizes your financial responsibility if your rented container is damaged due to covered events. It’s a simple, cost-effective way to gain peace of mind during your lease.
Note: The Loss Damage Waiver is not insurance and applies only to leased containers.
Contents Insurance
In partnership with Storage Protectors, Contents Insurance is available to safeguard what you store inside your container—from tools and materials to office equipment and inventory.
Applications
Construction
Store valuable gear, landscaping tools, and materials on-site.
Education
Keep janitorial tools, furniture, and school supplies safe during remodeling.
Healthcare
Contain medical records or create temporary first-aid units, vaccination centers, remote clinics, and testing stations.
Government Agencies
Store government documents and other sensitive materials.
Agriculture
Protect farm tools and machinery.
Warehouses
Use as dock-level units.
Amusement Parks
Use as ticket distribution units.
Telecom
Create shelters for base transceiver station (BTS) units.
Pipelines
Employ as plug-and-use remote terminal units (RTU) for monitoring.
Events
Durable, weather-resistant event containers for storage, ticketing, and vendors.
20 Ft Shipping Container Rental
Mobile Modular Portable Storage provides a variety of 20 foot shipping containers for rent. Our storage container rental services can help your business meet all its storage requirements. A 20ft container is an affordable solution for storing excess material, costly equipment, and inventory.
With 1,172 cubic feet of storage space, you can easily use 20 ft shipping containers at construction sites, manufacturing facilities, retail stores, and other job sites. Our high-security options can help you store high-value inventory, while our double-door configuration significantly improves accessibility.
Beyond storage, purchasing a used 20 foot container allows you to modify it into offices, restaurants, coffee shops, and retail pop-up stores. Our insulated shipping containers also allow you to store temperature-sensitive goods.
If you are looking for 20ft shipping containers for rent, get in touch with us today. We have offices across the United States and offer delivery on containers available for rent.
For more information, take a look at our renter's guide.
20 Foot Shipping Container FAQs
A 20 foot shipping container is a mid-sized steel storage unit measuring 20 feet in length, 8 feet in width, and 8 feet 6 inches in height. It provides 1,172 cubic feet of usable storage space and is the most commonly rented container size for construction sites, retail inventory, and commercial storage needs.
A 20 ft shipping container measures 20 feet in length, 8 feet in width, and 8 feet 6 inches in height on the exterior. Interior dimensions are 19 feet 4 inches in length, 7 feet 8 inches in width, and 7 feet 10 inches in height. The tare weight is 4,982 pounds with a maximum payload of 47,928 pounds. These dimensions apply to standard single-door and double-door models.
The cost to rent a 20ft shipping container varies depending on your location, rental duration, and any accessories or upgrades selected. Mobile Modular Portable Storage offers competitive monthly rental rates with flexible terms.
A 20 ft shipping container offers 1,172 cubic feet of storage space, roughly enough to hold the contents of a small apartment or a full set of construction equipment. Common uses include storing tools, building materials, retail inventory, office furniture, and seasonal supplies.
The largest standard portable storage container is 40 feet in length. Mobile Modular Portable Storage offers 40-foot containers in both single-door and double-door configurations, providing up to 2,390 cubic feet of storage capacity. If you need more space than a 20 foot container offers, a 40 ft unit may be the right fit.
A standard 20ft container has a single set of doors on one end. A 20ft double-door container has doors on both ends, allowing access from either side. The double-door configuration is ideal for loading and unloading from two directions, which is practical for walkway tunnels, hotel stock rotation, and seasonal decor storage. Both options share the same dimensions and storage capacity.
A 20 feet container measures approximately 20 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 8.5 feet tall on the exterior. The "20 feet" refers to the overall length of the unit. Interior usable space is slightly smaller at 19 feet 4 inches in length, providing 1,172 cubic feet of total storage capacity.
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