Grade A 20ft Used Shipping Containers for Sale Across the UK
Looking for a clean, highly secure, and cost – effective storage solution? Our Grade A 20ft Shipping Containers offer near – new performance at a fraction of the cost of new “one – trip” units. Carefully hand – selected and rigorously inspected by container specialists, each Grade A unit ensures maximum protection against harsh British weather, theft, and vermin.
Whether you need static site storage for construction equipment, inventory overspill for a retail enterprise, or a secure workshop for private use, a 20ft Grade A container provides 33.2 cubic metres of instantly usable, dry space.
What Makes a Container “Grade A”?
Not all used shipping containers are created equal. Containers that have spent years in deep – sea transit often exhibit heavy denting, interior rust, or structural compromise. A Grade A Container represents the top 10% tier of second – hand units:
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Clean Internal Floors: Intact 28mm marine – grade plywood flooring free from toxic chemical spills or severe gouging.
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Minimal External Blemishes: Light surface scuffs only; no major structural indentations, frame warping, or structural corrosion.
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Smooth Door Mechanism: Fully functional double doors with intact rubber gaskets that seal tightly against moisture and dust ingress.
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Wind & Watertight Guarantee: Zero water ingress or daylight visible from inside the unit when closed.
Key Features & Built – in Security
1. Heavy – Duty Corten Steel Construction
Built from corrugated Corten steel (weathering steel), these containers naturally form a protective layer against rust penetration, ensuring decades of structural integrity even in damp coastal or exposed rural environments.
2. Factory – Fitted Factory Lockbox
Every Grade A unit features an integrated steel lockbox welded directly to the primary doors. This shield encases your padlock, preventing access by bolt cutters, angle grinders, or crowbars.
3. Standardised Handling & Stacking
Equipped with heavy – duty corner castings and standard forklift pockets, our 20ft containers can be easily moved using standard site equipment, telehandlers, or container lifters.
Common Applications
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Construction & Building Sites: Secure storage for power tools, building materials, and site documentation.
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Commercial & Retail Inventory: Secure overspill space for seasonal stock, archives, and furniture.
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Agricultural & Equestrian Use: Dry storage for feed, tack, fertilizers, and small farm machinery.
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Residential & Land Development: Temporary secure storage during self – build projects, home renovations, or land clearing.
Technical Specifications & Dimension Matrix
| Specification Category | Imperial Measurement | Metric Measurement |
| External Length | 20 ft 0 in | 6,058 mm |
| External Width | 8 ft 0 in | 2,438 mm |
| External Height | 8 ft 6 in | 2,591 mm |
| Internal Length | 19 ft 4 in | 5,898 mm |
| Internal Width | 7 ft 8 in | 2,352 mm |
| Internal Height | 7 ft 10 in | 2,393 mm |
| Door Opening Width | 7 ft 8 in | 2,340 mm |
| Door Opening Height | 7 ft 5 in | 2,280 mm |
| Internal Cubic Capacity | 1,172 cu. ft. | 33.2 m³ |
| Tare (Empty) Weight | 4,850 lbs | 2,200 kg |
| Maximum Payload | 62,170 lbs | 28,200 kg |
| Floor Material | 1.1 in Heavy – Duty | 28 mm Marine Plywood |
Delivery & Delivery Site Preparation Guide
We deliver Grade A 20ft containers nationwide using specialized HIAB crane lorries. Our experienced drivers offload and position your container directly onto your prepared spot.
Pre – Delivery Checklist:
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Hardstanding Ground: Ensure the site ground is level, firm, and capable of holding a combined lorry and container weight exceeding 20 tonnes (e.g., concrete, tarmac, packed hardcore).
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Overhead Clearance: Verify there are no low – hanging power cables, tree branches, or building eaves within 10 metres of vertical crane clearance.
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Access Route: The delivery vehicle requires a minimum access clearance width of 3 metres (10 ft) and sufficient turning room.
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