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Double Door Shipping Container
With doors on both ends, double door shipping containers make loading and unloading a breeze, particularly for bulky and awkwardly shaped goods.
12+ years on the market
3,000+ Satisfied Clients
Features + Specs
Compact, tough and customisable
Double door container dimensions
Double door container durability
- Waterproof and weatherproof steel construction, new or used.
- Choose any container grade – new, used, as-is – from vetted suppliers.
Double door container extras
- Order your container with ventilation, lockboxes or secure floors.
- Our modification partners can customise your container your way.
Use Cases
What can a double door shipping container be used for?
1. Construction site storage
Why:
Double doors allow easy loading and unloading of bulky tools, machinery and materials.
Customisation:
Can be used as a temporary site office by adding ventilation, insulation and windows.
2. Personal and farm storage
Why:
A strong, secure, portable and easily accessible way to store bulky items on your property.
Customisation:
Add windows, ventilation and flooring to create a usable work or personal space.
3. Garages and vehicle storage
Why:
Strong, secure and weatherproof double doors keep vehicles safe and let you easily drive in and out.
Customisation:
Make the space into a working garage or shed with power, lighting and shelving.
4. Tiny homes and granny flats
Why:
An ideal basis for a modular and perfectly open living space, particularly in rural and off-grid areas.
Customisation:
Add insulation, windows, plumbing and solar to create a livable, comfortable space.
5. Retail and pop-up shops
Why:
Double door access allows people and products to flow through the space more comfortably and efficiently.
Customisation:
Brand the container and easily transport it to events, markets or a permanent commercial site.
New or used
New vs used: which container is right for you?
3,000+ Satisfied Clients
best for business
New double door 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 double door 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.
3,000+ Satisfied Clients
What is a double door shipping container?
Enjoy the perks of enhanced accessibility
Where traditional shipping containers feature an opening at one end, double door containers feature doors on both ends, essentially creating a tunnel when both doors are open. This allows you to more efficiently load and unload goods, grants you far greater accessibility to the things stored inside, and allows you to more easily store and transport bulky and awkwardly shaped items.
Between 20ft double door shipping containers, 40ft double door shipping containers, and high cube variations that are 305mm taller, these units are particularly adaptable, making them a popular choice in a wide range of situations, from warehouse overflow storage to open-plan tiny homes.
Why choose a double door shipping 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.
- Readily available: Connect with vetted local suppliers across the country, and get a container delivered to your door.
- Great for tight spaces: Place your container in a driveway, on a construction site, or outside your commercial premises.
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FAQs
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers
All you need to know about double door shipping containers.
01
Double door shipping container prices depend on a number of factors, including age, quality and features. In terms of a basic 20ft container, you can secure an as-new double door option in the mid-to-high thousands, while high quality used versions can be found in the mid-to-low thousands. Larger double door containers (40ft, high cube) and those built for specialised tasks 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
Yes, double door shipping containers are perfect for use as a garage or for long-term storage of your vehicles. They are secure, portable and perfectly affordable garages, and with standard dimensions of 6.06m/12.19m long and 2.44m wide, they’re the ideal size for one or two passenger vehicles. What’s more, the double doors make it easy to drive vehicles in and out. Buying a shipping container can be far more cost-effective than building a dedicated garage, and if you ever need to move it, you can.
03
Shipping containers are intermodal: 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.
04
High cube containers are the same length and width as a general purpose shipping container, but they are approximately 30cm taller, making them 2.89m high. High cube double door containers therefore offer more internal volume, and are great for bulkier goods.
05
Not only is it possible to customise a double door shipping container, these simple metal boxes are perfect for modification. Storage, site offices, pop-up retail spaces, workshops, garages, garden sheds, galleries, tiny homes; 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.