40 Foot Storage Container Rental
The 40-footer handles high-volume storage and large-scale operations where multiple smaller units would create logistics overhead. Construction GCs running multi-trade jobsites, manufacturers consolidating raw stock, distributors managing seasonal overflow, and oil-and-gas operators staging consumables at remote sites all default to the 40-foot length when capacity is the constraint. The 40-foot is the standard ISO shipping container length — the same corten-steel construction used in ocean freight, which means modifications, spare parts, and lock hardware are universally available.
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
- Interior accessory options including folding tables, chairs, plan tables, shelving brackets, and pipe racks
- Optional climate-controlled insulation upgrade
- Flexible access options including double doors, roll-up doors, and/or personal doors
- Damage waiver covering erosions caused by fire and smoke, lightning, windstorm, floods, hail, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, explosions, and collisions
- Contents Insurance protects items in rental containers against damage or loss, offering affordable coverage tiers, simple enrollment, and claims support
Dimensions and Specifications
The standard dimensions of a 40-foot storage unit are as follows:
Each storage container has thick corrugated steel walls that help keep your goods safe from theft, tampering, and wear and tear.
Accessories and Upgrades
Discover the perfect solutions for shipping container accessories and add-ons to customize your modular office or storage unit.
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.
Portable Storage Containers for Rent
If you need to rent a portable storage container for your business, you came to the right place. We offer quick deliveries and competitive rental plans for our portable storage containers.
Mobile Modular Portable Storage offers 40 foot storage containers and other sizes for industries ranging from construction to healthcare and beyond. Our rental selection includes conex storage containers, portable offices, office and storage combos, refrigerated containers, and more.
40 Foot Storage Container FAQs
Rental pricing varies by location and delivery distance. Most markets run $115 to $135 per month, with delivery and pickup priced separately. Get a quote for pricing specific to your delivery address.
Interior is 39'9" L by 7'8" W by 7'10" H, providing 302 square feet of floor space and 2,390 cubic feet of volume.
Yes. The door opening is 7'8" wide by 7'5" high, which handles standard forklift tynes. For side loading without backing in, ask about a side roll-up door modification.
Most addresses in our service area deliver 3 to 5 business days from quote confirmation. Your quote includes the estimated delivery window for your specific address.
The container rests on four corner castings, each carrying about 2,067 lbs. Concrete, asphalt, or compacted gravel handles this without prep. On soft ground, railroad ties or blocking under the corner castings distribute weight and keep the floor level.
ISO corner castings are rated for stacking. Stacking on a customer site requires twist locks, verified ground bearing, and crane rigging. Contact us for a stacked configuration quote.
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