40ft Shipping Containers for Sale

Looking for premium 40ft shipping containers for sale? Our expansive 40ft shipping containers are the ultimate high-capacity solution for large-scale commercial storage, active industrial worksites, rural agricultural farms, heavy machinery, vehicle transport, and massive business inventory. Based on industry-standard intermodal container specifications, these massive units provide maximum volume per dollar. We supply new, used, one-trip, and high-cube options across Australia with transparent pricing, clear GST details, and reliable delivery support. If you need a more compact option, feel free to check out our popular 20ft containers, or contact L & N Johnson Pty Ltd to secure your unit.

Why Choose Our 40ft Shipping Containers for Sale?

When you have significant storage requirements, a 40-foot shipping container offers double the volume of a standard 20ft container at only a fractionally higher cost, making it the most cost-effective storage choice available. Engineered from heavy-duty, marine-grade Corten steel, these rugged structures are fully wind and watertight. They are purpose-built to withstand severe weather, keep out pests, and provide an impenetrable barrier against theft or unauthorized access on your site.

40ft shipping containers for sale

Common Large-Scale Applications:

  • Commercial Stock Storage: Perfect for logistics firms, distribution centers, and retail stores managing major surplus inventory.
  • Industrial & Construction: Safely stores oversized building materials, heavy machinery, scaffolding, and site equipment on commercial jobs.
  • Rural Land & Agriculture: Ideal for storing bulk animal feed, tractors, farm vehicles, and large tools away from the elements.

Personalized Service From a Husband and Wife Team

At L & N Johnson Pty Ltd, we do not believe in hidden fees or automated call lines. We handle every single inquiry personally as a dedicated husband-and-wife team. We hand-select our new (one-trip) and high-quality used units directly from the best depot networks to ensure they match our strict quality guidelines before leaving for your property. Whether you need a standard height unit or a high-cube container for extra headroom, we will give you straight up, honest advice.

Heavy-Duty Delivery and Logistics Support

Transporting a container of this scale requires careful planning, specialized transport hardware, and localized route knowledge. We organize the entire logistical delivery process for your 40ft shipping containers for sale, scheduling drops from the closest regional container depot to minimize your transport costs. Because of the length and weight of these units, they require significant clearance. We coordinate carefully with you to choose between a heavy tilt tray, a side loader, or flatbed transport based on your specific property setup.

Our expansive transport network enables reliable drop-offs directly to your industrial park, rural property, or commercial job site across Australia. We take pride in delivering robust, high-capacity equipment right when and where you need it, operating with the integrity and precision that only a family business can offer. Our team completely handles the transport details and remains in close contact with you throughout the process so that there are absolutely zero surprises on delivery day. Contact us today for a free, fully transparent delivery quote with all GST and trucking costs detailed clearly upfront.

By choosing our large-scale storage solutions, you secure a reliable asset that protects your equipment or inventory for decades to come. Get in touch with us today to discuss availability and scheduling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of a standard 40ft container? A standard 40ft shipping container measures 12.19m long, 2.44m wide, and 2.59m high. High-cube models offer an extra foot of vertical headroom, bringing the height to 2.89m.

How much space is needed for delivery? Delivery requires a straight, clear clearance run of approximately 35 to 40 meters to safely unload a 40ft unit using a tilt-tray or side-loader truck.