Buy 20ft Shipping Container | CW Grade, In Stock

20ft Shipping Container for Sale — Cargo-Worthy Grade, In Stock

This 20ft shipping container — sometimes called a conex box or cargo container — is the most widely used container size in the world, the same footprint you see stacked on cargo ships and hauled on highway chassis. As a used shipping container for sale in Cargo-Worthy (CW) condition, it has been in active ocean service, passed structural inspection, and is certified sound for continued cargo transport or as a secure steel storage container. It carries visible service wear (the classic oxide-red finish) but no structural damage — making it one of the best-value options for anyone looking to buy a 20ft shipping container without paying New/One-Trip pricing.

Key Specifications

• Condition: Cargo-Worthy (CW)
• ISO Type Code: 22G1 (standard 20ft general purpose, dry van)
• Exterior color: Oxide red (standard CW finish)
• Max Gross Weight: 30,480 kg (67,200 lb)
• Tare Weight: 2,100 kg (4,630 lb)
• Max Payload: 28,380 kg (62,570 lb)
• Cubic Capacity: 33.2 CBM (1,170 cu ft)
• Door Type: Double cargo doors, 4 locking cam bars, gasket seal

Why the 20ft Storage Container Is the Industry Default

A 20ft shipping container hits the sweet spot between capacity and placement flexibility. It’s the standard reference unit for freight (a “TEU” — twenty-foot equivalent unit — is the shipping industry’s core capacity measurement), and on land it’s small enough to deliver to most residential driveways and job sites with a standard tilt-bed truck, while still offering over 1,100 cubic feet of secured storage. Whether you need a shipping container for storage, a conex box for sale to convert into a workshop, or a straightforward steel cargo container for freight, this size covers the widest range of use cases. Common uses include:

• General on-site storage for contractors and property managers
• Long-distance freight and household goods shipping
• Conversion into workshops, site offices, or pop-up retail
• Farm and ranch equipment/feed storage
• Base modules for container home and cabin builds

What “Cargo-Worthy” Means

Cargo-Worthy is a formal condition grade, not a marketing term. A CW container has been inspected against the structural criteria of the CSC (Convention for Safe Containers) plate requirements and is certified fit to carry cargo internationally — meaning the floor, corner castings, doors, and roof are structurally sound with no more than cosmetic surface wear. It’s the most cost-effective option for buyers who want proven structural integrity without paying the premium of a New/One-Trip unit. If you’re comparing grades, see our full guide to container grading standards.

Delivery & Lead Time

We deliver 20ft containers nationwide via tilt-bed and roll-off trucking — this size is our highest-availability unit with the fastest average dispatch time. Contact us for a delivery quote to your zip code and to confirm site access requirements (a 20ft unit needs roughly 60ft of straight clearance for tilt-bed delivery).

Related Sizes

Need a smaller footprint or more room? Browse our 6ft mini shipping containers, 10ft shipping containers, or our 40ft shipping containers. Compare all sizes on our container size guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “22G1” mean?

22G1 is the ISO 6346 type code for a standard 20ft, 8ft 6in-high, general-purpose dry container — the most common container type in global freight.

Is Cargo-Worthy the same as New?

No. New/One-Trip containers have made a single factory-to-port voyage and look essentially unused. Cargo-Worthy containers have been in active service, are structurally certified sound, but show cosmetic wear like surface rust and dents. Read our full grading breakdown.

Can this container be modified into a workshop or office?

Yes. Popular modifications include windows, roll-up doors, insulation, electrical, and interior paneling. See our container modification services.