Fast Delivery
Competitive Prices
Sales Available Nationwide
Rentals Available in California
Fast Delivery
Competitive Price
Sales Available Nationwide
Rentals Available in California
20 Foot Cargo Shipping Container
Get Your Container Quote Now
* Indicates a required field
About 20 Foot Cargo Shipping Container
The 20 foot cargo door container is the most widely used shipping container size for onsite storage, business inventory, and construction projects. Its full-width double cargo doors swing open at one end, giving you an unobstructed 7′8″ opening to load pallets, equipment, and bulky items with a forklift.
Each unit follows standard ISO 20 foot container dimensions and is constructed for heavy-duty, long-term use. Whether you need a 20 foot container for sale or a California rental, this size balances capacity and footprint—holding the contents of a typical two- to three-bedroom home while fitting in a single parking space.
Aztec Container has built and supplied steel containers since 1969. To check current pricing and availability, call 1-800-399-2126 or submit the quick quote form.
Key Features
- Full-width cargo doors: Double swing doors at one end open to roughly 270° for wide, ground-level access.
- Corten steel construction: 8-gauge steel frame and 14-gauge steel body panels for structural strength and security.
- One-inch wood flooring: Marine-grade plywood floor rated for forklift traffic and heavy point loads.
- Secure locking system: Lockbox-ready door hardware with cam locks and gaskets to protect contents.
- Built-in ventilation: Factory vents promote air circulation and help reduce interior moisture buildup.
- Stackable, ISO-standard build: Corner castings and rails meet ISO specifications for safe stacking and handling.
- Customizable: Options include roll-up doors, additional vents, shelving, electrical packages, and paint.
- Buy or rent: Sales available nationwide; rentals available throughout California.
Specifications
| Specification | Measurement |
| External Length | 20′ 0″ (6.10 m) |
| External Width | 8′ 0″ (2.44 m) |
| External Height | 8′ 6″ (2.59 m) |
| Internal Length | 19′ 8″ (5.99 m) |
| Internal Width | 7′ 8.5″ (2.35 m) |
| Internal Height | 7′ 10″ (2.39 m) |
FAQ's
What are the exact dimensions of a 20 foot cargo door container?
A 20 foot cargo door container measures 20′ long × 8′ wide × 8′6″ high on the outside. Inside, you get about 19′8″ of length, 7′8.5″ of width, and 7′10″ of height—roughly 1,170 cubic feet of usable space.
How wide do the cargo doors open?
20 Foot cargo shipping containers can be purchased worldwide from a variety of companies. In the United States Aztec Container is one of the leading providers of 20ft. shipping containers. We deliver direct to your door or desired location.
What is the difference between a cargo door and a roll-up door container?
Cargo doors are the original double swing doors that come standard on ISO containers; they offer a full-width opening and the strongest seal. A roll-up door works like a garage door and is handy for tight spaces, but it slightly reduces the opening height. Aztec Container offers both styles.
How much weight can a 20 foot container hold?
A standard 20 foot container has a maximum gross weight of about 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg). Since the empty container weighs roughly 4,850 lbs, that leaves close to 62,000 lbs of payload capacity for your contents.
What is corten steel and why is it used?
What can fit inside a 20 foot container?
A 20 foot container holds the contents of a typical two- to three-bedroom home, or about 9–10 standard pallets on the floor. It’s a common choice for furniture, appliances, inventory, tools, and seasonal equipment.
No matter what type of shipping container you need Aztec Container can help you find the right solution!
Call us at 1-800-399-2126 for a quick quote
Fast Delivery
We work fast to customize your container and deliver it to your job site.
Buy or Rent
Sales available nationwide, rentals available in California.
Custom Built
You can customize your container to fit your exact needs.