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This 20ft cargo shipping container has been in active ocean service, passed full structural inspection, and is certified sound for continued cargo transport or ground storage. It’s finished in green with visible service wear consistent with its working history — but no structural damage — making it one of the most cost-effective ways to get a genuinely sound 20ft container without paying New/One-Trip pricing.

Key Specifications

Condition	Cargo-Worthy (CW)
ISO Type Code	22G1 (standard 20ft general purpose)
Exterior Finish	Green
Exterior Dimensions	20 ft L × 8 ft W × 8 ft 6 in H
Max Gross Weight	67,200 lb (30,480 kg)
Tare Weight	4,820 lb (2,185 kg)
Max Payload	62,380 lb (28,295 kg)
Cubic Capacity	1,173 cu ft (33.2 CBM)
Door Type	Double cargo doors, 4 locking cam bars, gasket seal
Certification	ISO 668 / CSC certified

Why Buy a 20ft Cargo Shipping Container

A 20ft cargo-worthy shipping container hits the sweet spot for buyers who want proven structural soundness without the premium price tag of a one-trip unit. It’s the same 20ft footprint used across global freight — a “TEU,” or twenty-foot equivalent unit, the shipping industry’s core capacity benchmark — carrying over 1,170 cubic feet of secure, weatherproof storage. 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. This container is ISO and CSC certified — inspected against the structural criteria required to carry cargo internationally, meaning the floor, corner castings, doors, and roof are structurally sound with no more than cosmetic surface wear. If you’re comparing conditions before you buy, see our full container grading guide.

Delivery & Lead Time

We deliver 20ft containers nationwide via tilt-bed and roll-off trucking. This is one of our highest-availability sizes with fast average dispatch. Contact us for a delivery quote to your zip code — a 20ft unit typically needs about 60ft of straight clearance for tilt-bed delivery.

Compare Sizes and Conditions

Looking for a cleaner condition grade? See our New/One-Trip 20ft shipping containers. Need a different size? Browse 10ft containers or 40ft containers. Compare everything on our container size guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

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 and are structurally certified sound, but show cosmetic wear like surface marks and paint fade. Read our full grading breakdown.

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.

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.