20ft Container
20ft Container for Sale in the UAE
The 20ft standard container is the most ordered size in the UAE, compact enough for tight sites, with enough volume for most storage and shipping jobs. Ready stock: AED 3,900.
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20ft container dimensions
| 20ft Standard | Measurement |
|---|---|
| External (L x W x H) | 6.06 x 2.44 x 2.59 m |
| Internal (L x W x H) | 5.90 x 2.35 x 2.39 m |
| Door opening (W x H) | 2.34 x 2.28 m |
| Internal volume | about 33 m³ |
| Tare weight | about 2,200 kg |
| Payload | about 28,000 kg |
Nominal ISO figures; exact internal dimensions and tare vary slightly by manufacturer and unit.
Specifications
External: 6.06m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high. Internal capacity around 33 cubic metres, with a payload of roughly 28 tonnes depending on condition and certification. Built from corten steel with a single set of cargo doors.
Best uses
Site storage on tight plots, secure tool and equipment stores, small site offices, household moves, and shipping single consignments. Its smaller footprint means it can be placed and moved with a smaller truck than a 40ft unit.
New vs used 20ft containers
A brand new 20ft is AED 8,700. A used cargo-worthy 20ft is AED 3,900 and suits static storage as well as shipping. Compare options on our new containers and used containers pages.
Delivery
We deliver 20ft containers across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the rest of the UAE. Dubai and Sharjah are same-day delivery. 20ft containers delivered to Abu Dhabi go the next day. The price is confirmed the same day you enquire.
20ft container grades and prices
Every 20ft container we sell is either used and cargo-worthy or brand new. Used units are wind and water tight and structurally sound. Brand new containers have not carried cargo. Cosmetic wear varies from unit to unit; the price is the published figure below.
| Container | Grade | Price (ex-VAT) | With 5% VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20ft Standard | Used, cargo-worthy | AED 3,900 | AED 4,095 |
| 20ft Standard | Brand new | AED 8,700 | AED 9,135 |
Prices exclude 5% UAE VAT and delivery. Every unit we sell is either cargo-worthy or one-trip.
For most site storage and tool stores a cargo-worthy 20ft is all you need. Choose one-trip if the container will be visible to clients, converted into an office, or resold.
What fits in a 20ft container
With around 33 cubic metres inside and a floor of roughly 5.9m by 2.35m, a 20ft container holds:
- About 10 standard pallets on the floor (11 if loaded carefully), or around 20 stacked two high.
- The contents of a one or two bedroom home, or a studio office move.
- A full set of site tools, scaffolding fittings, generators and consumables, with shelving along the walls.
- Around 28 tonnes of cargo by weight, though volume usually runs out first.
The door opening is 2.34m wide and 2.28m high, so check that the largest single item passes through it, not just the internal length. If you need extra height, see the 40ft high cube, or compare sizes in our 20ft vs 40ft guide.
20ft container delivery
We arrange flatbed or tilt-bed transport straight to your site, so you are not booking a trucking company yourself. Because a 20ft is the smaller unit, it can reach tighter plots than a 40ft: villa side-returns, workshop frontages and farm tracks that a 40ft trailer cannot turn in. Dubai and Sharjah are same-day delivery. Abu Dhabi, including Al Ain and Al Dhafra, is next day. Delivery is quoted on request. The container itself is AED 3,900 for a used cargo-worthy unit, or AED 8,700 brand new, before 5% VAT.
VAT
All prices on this page exclude VAT. UAE VAT of 5% is added to the container and delivery on your invoice.
New 20ft container photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 20ft shipping container cost in the UAE?
A used 20ft Standard is AED 3,900 and a brand new 20ft Standard is AED 8,700, both ex-VAT. Modified units are priced separately.
Can I rent a 20ft container instead of buying?
Yes, 20ft containers are available for monthly rental with no long-term contract. See our container rental page for details.
What can fit inside a 20ft container?
A 20ft container holds around 33 cubic metres, enough for a small household move, a full set of site tools and equipment, or several pallets of stock.
20ft Standard: AED 3,900, Ready Stock
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