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10ft Shipping Container — Compact Storage Solution Australia
Compact and cost-effective yet strong and secure, 10ft shipping containers prove big things come in small packages.
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Features + specs
Tiny, tough and fully customisable
10ft shipping container dimensions
2.99m (10ft) (L) x 2.44m (W) x 2.59m (H), 15.8m³ of internal space.
10ft shipping container durability
- Waterproof and weatherproof steel construction.
- Choose any container grade – new, used, as-is – from vetted suppliers.
10ft shipping container extras
Our modification partners can customise your container your way.
Use Cases
What can a 10ft container be used for?
1. Construction site storage
Why:
A strong, secure and portable space for storing tools, machinery and materials.
Customisation:
Can be used as a small, temporary site office by adding ventilation, insulation and windows.
2. Personal and farm storage
Why:
A portable, secure and weatherproof space for storing valuable items on your property.
Customisation:
Add windows, ventilation and flooring to create a usable work or personal space.
3. Workshops and studios
Why:
An affordable art studio, mobile workstation or space for your DIY projects.
Customisation:
Make the space more comfortable and usable with electrical fit-outs, lighting and shelving.
4. Security booths
Why:
From guard posts to toll booths, 10ft containers are ideal as temporary security or surveillance stations.
Customisation:
Add doors, windows, insulation and power to create a comfortable workspace.
5. Sales kiosks
Why:
A low-cost and easily transportable setting for a pop-up cafe, event stall or food/drink kiosk.
Customisation:
Brand the container and easily transport it to events, markets or a more permanent site.
New or used
New vs used: which container is right for you?
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New 10ft shipping container
Single-trip containers in as-new condition.
Ideal for long-term use or prominent, high visibility locations.
Available in multiple colours and fully customisable.
Can be supplied complete with factory lockbox and vents.
Budget pick
Used 10ft shipping container
Choose your rating: As-is/project-grade, wind & watertight (WWT) or CSC-plated/cargo-worthy.
Ideal for budget storage and remote/low visibility sites.
May have cosmetic wear and (protective) external rust.
Limited colours, but cost-effective and fully customisable.
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About 10ft shipping containers
One of the smallest standard shipping containers
While 20ft and 40ft containers are the traditional sizes used in shipping, certain situations demand a more compact footprint. That’s where the 10ft shipping container comes in. 10ft containers are almost cubic (2.99m L x 2.44m W x 2.59m H), which brings a unique set of features, benefits and applications.
Before the larger sizes became the industry standard in the 1970s, 10ft shipping containers were relatively universal. In recent decades they’ve become popular for largely non-shipping reasons: as compact and secure storage, pop-up stalls, guard posts and home workshops.
Why choose a 10ft container?
- Strong and protective: Built from corten steel with a weather-resistant, sealed construction, plus optional lockboxes and vents.
- Easy to modify: Add insulation, windows, doors, plumbing and electrical to turn it into a living/working space.
- Available across Australia: Connect with vetted local suppliers across the country, and get a 10ft container delivered to your door.
- Great for tight spaces: Place your container in a driveway, on a construction site, or at an event or market.
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FAQs
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers
All you need to know about 10ft shipping containers.
01
You can generally secure a 10ft shipping container for a few thousand dollars, although the price can fluctuate significantly depending on a number of factors, including new vs used, levels of wear and tear, and whether it’s a special container type – high cube, side opener, dangerous goods – as these tend to be a little more expensive. As an independent platform, we provide up-to-date market context and connect you with vetted local suppliers who offer transparent, competitive quotes tailored to your specific project budget.
02
The dimensions of a 10ft shipping container – 2.99m L x 2.44m W x 2.59m H, 15.8m³ internal volume – makes it an ideal size for transporting and storing all manner of commercial and personal items, including tools, equipment, machinery, raw materials, furniture, archiving boxes, household appliances, electronics and personal effects. A 10ft container can fit 4-5 pallets (depending on size), or if you’re more car-inclined, it could just squeeze in an original model Fiat 500.
03
A standard 10ft shipping container weighs approximately 1300kg when empty, with a maximum payload of around 8860kg.
04
The best way to move a 10ft container will depend on where you’re moving it to. If you’re transporting it to or from a site, the best option is a tilt-tray truck, though this method requires plenty of room in front of the container for the truck to enter and exit. If you have limited space on your site, you may need to load/unload the container with a crane or heavy-duty forklift. Cranes and forklifts are also your best bet for moving 10ft containers small distances around your site.
05
10ft shipping containers are intermodal, meaning they can be transported on sea, rail and road. This means that they can be delivered almost anywhere in Australia. And by accessing our sprawling network of local container suppliers, delivery of your ideal container can be completed in quick time.
06
Not only is it possible to customise a shipping container, these simple metal boxes are perfect for modification. Storage, site offices, pop-up retail spaces, workshops, garages, garden sheds, guardhouses; if you can think of a use, there’s probably a way to make it happen. In fact, someone has probably already done it. And our modification partners are ready to help bring your container dreams to life.
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As a container platform, we connect you with vetted local suppliers. Some exclusively sell containers, others also offer leasing and rental services. Renting can make sense for short-term use, while purchasing may be more suitable for longer-term or customised projects. Because pricing and availability vary by region and supplier, we recommend submitting your requirements to receive options tailored to your situation.