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Small shipping containers, such as the 6ft, 8ft and 10ft are rare in the container market, but have many advantages and uses. If you need containers for lightweight shipments or compact storage purposes, a small container will check all of your boxes. It’s easy to transport, doesn’t take up much space, and is guaranteed to keep your goods safe and dry.
When we talk about ‘small shipping containers’, we’re referring to containers that are smaller than standard units (20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cubes). These lightweight containers come in various sizes.
As mentioned above, small shipping containers come in three main sizes. Check out the below image to see the length, width and height of these three mini containers.
Now that you’ve seen how the three container sizes compare, let’s look at the measurements in more detail.
And now that we’ve seen the numbers, here are some of the things you can fit into each size.
The 6ft container can carry/store:
2 to 3 bicycles, depending on their size
3 to 5 small household appliances
4 to 6 small chairs
The 8ft container can carry/store:
16 to 20 cardboard boxes (18″ x 18″ x 24″)
5 to 8 small appliances
3 to 4 medium-sized TVs
The 10ft container can carry/store:
The contents of a small, one-bedroom apartment
Around 4 to 5 motorbikes
4 pallets measuring 40” x 48” (1.016m x 1.219m)
When determining the ideal container size for your shipping or storage needs, it’s essential to consider whether the weight and capacity align with your cargo. Take a look below for more details on how much each small container weights, plus it’s capacity.
Let’s look at the tare weight (weight of a container when empty) and payload capacity (maximum weight a container can carry) now.
6ft shipping container weight:
The 6ft container has a tare weight of around 1,763.7 lbs (800 kgs). To put this into perspective, imagine the weight of 32 washing machines (depending on the model and size). The payload capacity is 1,102.31 lbs (500 kgs).
8ft shipping container weight:
The 8ft has a tare weight of approximately 2,204.62 lbs (1,000 kgs). This is the same as around 4 average-sized cars (depending on make and model). The 8ft has a payload capacity of up to 5,512 lbs (2,500 kgs).
10ft shipping container weight:
The 10ft container has a tare weight of approximately 2,866 lbs (1,300 kgs); approximately 65 standard-sized bags of rice (assuming each bag weighs 20 kgs). The payload capacity is 19,752.97 lbs (8,959.8 kgs).
Curious about how much you’ll shell out for small containers? Let’s take a look at the price for new and used (cargo-worthy) 10ft shipping containers on the trading marketplace, so that you can decide which condition best suits your budget.
For a new 10ft container in the US, you’re looking at around US $4,200. And for a used unit, you’ll pay around US $950. It’s safe to say that opting for used 10ft containers is going to save you a lot of cash – US $3,250per container, to be specific!
In Europe, you’re looking at around US $3,200. If this price is too steep, don’t worry, used 10ft units are just around US $2,300 on the trading marketplace. Save US $900 per unit by choosing used over new.
There are various scenarios in which a mini shipping container is the best fit. Check out some of them now: 、
Storage: Mini shipping containers are the ideal storage containers for small amounts of household goods, furniture, tools and building supplies. As long as the small containers you buy are in good condition and ISO-approved, they’ll be wind and watertight, keeping your goods safe and dry.
Portable storage: If you need to move storage loads from one site to another, mini containers are perfect; they’re light and quick to load and unload. No fuss, no need for expensive lifting equipment.
Compact office spaces: Besides storage, small shipping containers are the perfect option for portable offices, especially when space on a site is limited. If the office needs to change locations often, these containers are quick and convenient to move.
Lightweight cargo shipping: Mini containers can safely transport small, light loads of cargo. They also work well for shipping seasonal supplies that need to be transported in small quantities at certain times of the year.
Just as large containers have their advantages, small containers have their own unique set of benefits. These include:
Versatility: As you can see in the above section, small containers are extremely versatile and can be used for storage and shipping, as well as for office spaces and even small modular homes.
Customization: Mini containers are easy to customize once they come to the end of their shipping or storage lifespan. They can be repurposed as portable offices, pop-up shops or even as extra living areas.
Space efficiency: Small containers don’t take up much space and can fit into neat corners, out of the way on building sites. They can also be easily stacked to create more vertical storage without taking up more ground space.
