What is the maximum weight of a 24ft container?

The tare weight of a 24ft. dry container is 5,842 lbs. Its maximum gross weight is 58, 410 lbs.

With 1,391 square feet of space offered within its interior dimensions, 24ft shipping containers deliver ample storage and living space for plenty of supplies and projects.

Benefits and Common Uses of 24ft Steel Shipping Containers

24ft containers are most commonly used on construction sites to store jobsite equipment, higher security purposes, and also used as office, meeting, and lunch break units.

How Much Does a 24ft Shipping Container Cost?

New 24ft Containers
New 24ft shipping containers can be purchased for US$6,000 or less but will also depend on demand as mentioned above. They are harder to find than standards sized shipping containers so you may be charged slightly more if the company you purchase from doesn’t already have this size in stock.

Used 24ft Containers
A used shipping container will always sell for less than a new one due to wear, tear, and some possible damages. Depending on the condition of your unit, you should be able to find a 24 foot container for sale for less than US$3,000.

Buying Vs Renting

Deciding whether to buy or rent a shipping container usually comes down to how long you need the storage space for vs a good sale and/or rent deal. You may find it helpful to consider buying over renting if your require the service of a shipping unit for longer than a year.

Depending on the size, modifications, and additional features like doors, windows, partitions, and bathrooms, to rent a shipping container could cost you up to US$500 a month.

How Do You Buy 24′ Shipping Containers?

You can contact us for a container quote by filling in the quote form provided with your requirements.