20ft Office Container – Standard Height, Used

Used 20ft Office Container – Standard Height

Looking for a fast, affordable way to add secure, weatherproof office space to your site? Our 20ft office container is supplied as a Used unit – meaning it has completed a single cargo shipment from the factory and is otherwise brand new, giving you near – new condition steel at a lower cost than a purpose – built cabin.

Built to standard height (8’6″ / 2.59m) rather than high cube, this container offers a practical, low – profile footprint that suits most site access restrictions while still providing comfortable headroom for day – to – day office use.

Key Features

– One trip / near – new condition – single ocean crossing, minimal wear
– Standard height external profile (2.59m) for easier site access and stacking
– Corrosion – resistant Corten steel shell, wind and watertight
– Insulated wall and roof lining to reduce heat loss and condensation
– Personnel access door with multi – point lock, separate from cargo doors
– UPVC double – glazed window(s) for natural light and ventilation
– Electrics pre – installed: consumer unit, sockets, and lighting circuit [confirm spec]
– Vinyl or laminate flooring over marine plywood subfloor
– Lockable, factory – fitted lock box on the original cargo doors for extra security
– Forklift pockets and crane lifting points for straightforward site positioning

Typical Specifications

| Measurement | External | Internal |
| Length | 6.06 m (20ft) | approx. 5.90 m |
| Width | 2.44 m | approx. 2.33 m |
| Height (standard) | 2.59 m | approx. 2.39 m |
| Tare weight | approx. 2,200 kg | – |
| Door opening | – | approx. 2.28 m (H) × 2.34 m (W) |

Best Use Cases

– Construction site management offices
– Temporary or satellite business premises
– School, event, or festival administration offices
– Additional secure office space for expanding businesses
– Reception or gatehouse offices for larger sites

Delivery & Installation

Delivered nationwide across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland on a flatbed or hiab vehicle. Please ensure:
– Suitable vehicle access to the delivery point
– A firm, level base (e.g. compacted hardcore, paving slabs, or concrete pads)
– Sufficient clearance for offloading equipment

Contact our team on or via our Get a Quote page for current stock, lead times, and a delivery quote for your postcode.

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FAQs

Is a “one trip” container the same as new?

A one trip container is factory – built and has made a single sea voyage carrying cargo before being sold – it typically shows only minor cosmetic marks and is structurally as – new.

What’s the difference between standard height and high cube?

Standard height containers are 8’6″ (2.59m) tall externally; high cube containers are 9’6″ (2.90m), offering extra internal headroom but a taller external profile.

Do I need planning permission for a site office container?

Requirements vary by local authority and site use. For construction sites this is usually classed as temporary site accommodation; check with your local planning authority or see UK Government planning permission guidance for details.

Can the container be craned or forklifted into position?

Yes – all our containers include forklift pockets and top corner lifting points as standard.