Sizes & Dimensions of Shipping Container in Australia – Ultimate Guide

When it comes to your container modification plans, shipping container sizes and dimensions are going to be critically important. 

You need to know the container dimensions that will be suitable for your purposes. These specifications are also important considerations for your design and budgeting.

Size will determine which shipping container you ultimately decide to order. Whether you’re repurposing a shipping container for a pop-up shop, an office, a workshop, or designing a home, several standard sizes are popular in Australia. Let’s dive into the specifics.

1. Standard 20-Foot Container

Dimensions:

• External Length: 6.058 metres
• External Width: 2.438 metres
• External Height: 2.591 metres
• Internal Length: 5.898 metres
• Internal Width: 2.352 metres
• Internal Height: 2.393 metres

Features:

Versatility: This popular size is readily available and is ideal for projects, such as relocatable kiosks and storage units.

Ease of Transport: 20-foot shipping containers are a good fit for most urban spaces and they are easily relocatable.

2. High Cube 20-Foot Container

Dimensions:

• External Length: 6.058 metres
• External Width: 2.438 metres
• External Height: 2.896 metres (additional height)
• Internal Length: 5.898 metres
• Internal Width: 2.352 metres
• Internal Height: 2.698 metres

Features:

Extra Headroom: High cube containers are needed for projects where vertical space is key.

Enhanced Airflow: Ventilation is improved due to the increased height of these containers.

3. Standard 40-Foot Container

Dimensions:

• External Length: 12.192 metres
• External Width: 2.438 metres
• External Height: 2.591 metres
• Internal Length: 12.032 metres
• Internal Width: 2.352 metres
• Internal Height: 2.393 metres

Features:

Ample Space: 40-foot shipping containers are well suited to container homes, spacious offices and other projects where smaller spaces would compromise comfort.

Cost-Effective: These larger containers represent more space per dollar compared to multiple smaller containers.

4. High Cube 40-Foot Container

Dimensions:

• External Length: 12.192 metres
• External Width: 2.438 metres
• External Height: 2.896 metres
• Internal Length: 12.032 metres
• Internal Width: 2.352 metres
• Internal Height: 2.698 metres

Features:

Maximum Capacity: In addition to its larger 40-foot capacity, the extra height of these high-cube units makes them ideal for more demanding and more ambitious projects.

Stackable: These expansive units are great for multi-level container modifications.

5. Other Specialised Containers

Open-Top Containers

Features:

Removable Roof: Facilitates easier loading of oversized items.

Modification Potential: Offers skylight functionality and options for outdoor expansions.

Refrigerated Containers (Reefers)

Features:

Temperature Control: Built-in cooling systems for perishable goods.

Usage: Perfect for food storage and mobile cool rooms.

Choosing the right container for your project

When selecting a shipping container to convert, consider:

Purpose: Living space, commercial use, storage, etc.

Location: Areas where you would like your container to be situated.

Budget: Balancing size requirements with financial limits.

Why Gatehouse Container Modifications?

When it comes to deciding on shipping containers to align with your project’s goals, expert guidance is available at Gatehouse Container Modifications. 

To make sure you get the container most suited to your needs, our friendly team can advise on all aspects including Australian standards compliance, size and dimensions.