How much are shipping containers?

Shipping containers come in varying shapes and sizes. This means that the price will vary from box to box depending on your requirements. The price of shipping containers also goes up and down similar to the stock market, so the only way to get accurate pricing is to ask for a quote from a trusted shipping container supplier, such as ABC Container Hire & Sales.

Where can I buy a shipping container?

There are a variety of options out there for places to buy shipping containers, each offering different prices. If you would like to buy a shipping container, ABC Container Hire & Sales has you covered. We stock almost every type of shipping container you could dream of, and all at competitive prices. Get a quote now.

How tall is a shipping container?

Shipping containers come in a couple of common heights. These sizes are standard height and high cube, 8.5ft tall and 9.5ft tall respectively.

Can I put a shipping container on my property?

Yes! You can purchase or hire a shipping container to put on your property, however there are some laws surrounding the placement of the container, and you should do your own research before purchasing or hiring a shipping container.

How wide is a shipping container?

Shipping containers all come in a standard width of 8ft wide (2.43m).

Can shipping containers be customised for specific needs?

Yes, we offer modification services to tailor containers to your particular requirements, whether for storage, office space, or inventive projects.

Do you offer both new and used containers?

Our inventory includes a wide variety of new and used containers to fit various budgets and purposes.

How secure are shipping containers for storage?

Shipping containers are made from durable, corrosion-resistant steel and provide exceptional security for your belongings against theft and harsh weather conditions.

How many years do shipping containers last?

Shipping containers, given regular maintenance will last around 25 years. If you refurbish them and give them extra care, they can last even longer than this, making them an ideal long term solution.

Can I turn a shipping container into a shop?

Yes. ABC offers an extensive range of shipping container modifications, allowing you to craft the perfect shop for your small business.

Are shipping containers waterproof?

Shipping containers are generally waterproof, depending on their age and general condition. When coming in or out of a depot at ABC, they go through professional inspections to make sure that you're getting exactly what you pay for. All of our containers are waterproof from grades 2 to grade 10, however grade 1 containers may not be waterproof, and are priced as such. For information on our shipping container grading, read our shipping container grading page.

Our Reviews

Read what our customers have to say

Michael O Sullivan

"I recently purchased two 20-foot containers with several custom modifications from ABC Container Hire & Sales. Craig Taylor from their Hemmant branch made the entire process smooth and straightforward. The containers were delivered on schedule, and the quality of modifications and painting met a high standard of workmanship. Based on this positive experience, I plan to recommend ABC Container Hire & Sales to others and will be purchasing more containers from them in the future."

Mardy Clark

"Excellent, communication during the purchase, and immediate transport. Immediate transport was available, and the container was in our yard 20km from Toowoomba within 1.5 hours of ABC CONTAINERS receiving my online bank transfer."

Sally Miller

"Easy process in ordering and delivery!!!! Recommend using abc for your next shipping container purchase!"

Courtney Heinzel

"Stephen was prompt in following up a request and getting the delivery organised on such late notice. Couldn’t be happier with the service!"

Bob Gilmour

"I have recently purchased a 10/10 grade Single Trip side-opening 20 foot container from ABC Container Hire & Sales. From start to finish, this was the easiest and most pleasurable container purchase I have ever made. During the last 20 years, I have purchased several 20 footers from other suppliers so I'm very familiar with the process and expectations around these significant purchases. At ABC I interacted directly with Alex Jeffery from the first point of online enquiry right through to post-pickup. At all times, Alex had care and consideration for me as the customer and all of my questions were answered promptly and in a very friendly manner. Alex made me feel valued and at no time did I feel there was any hard-sell or pressure to purchase. One thing I really liked during the initial enquiries was that I was sent photographs of the actual containers available for my purchase. So, I knew exactly what I was getting with multiple views photography. The container that arrived at my delivery location almost 2000km from its origin was the exact container I'd inspected in the provided pictures. The container I purchased is in as close to perfect condition as one could expect from an industrial freight object that has actually completed a trip from China to Australia. I thoroughly recommend ABC Container Hire & Sales. I am 100% happy with my container purchase both for the quality of the product supplied and every aspect of the transaction I had with Alex Jeffery in coordinating the shipping to a destination depot. Thankyou Alex and ABC Container Hire & Sales."

Danielle Goullet

"I had the best experience from picking a container to the handover and delivery with positioning into the best spot. Brock, Dan and Trent were amazing and everything is just as I had hoped."

Allison Cornford

"Alex, Ben and the transport team were a pleasure. Great communication and got us sorted quickly. Would definately use again!"

MVRT President

"Great communication and service during the whole process of container acquisition."

Cam Carlile

"Excellent job. highly recommend"

John Pitman

"Great pricing. Fast friendly sales and delivery. This is my third container from ABC Containers. Highly recommended."

Scott Arthur

"Dan @ ABC toowoomba, was welcoming and not pushy, very appreciated. prompt delivery and the container does what it says on the tin. 10/10 abc"

david ilott

"The whole process for me was excellent , multiple contact numbers good price , picture proof of my container , 3 days to deliver by very competent delivery driver , I would totally recommend abc containers ."

Otis Moonlight

"Staff were friendly and helpful and the company was honest fast and efficient... can't ask for more"

Barry Prior

"Told Stephen that I was after a near new (green) 20ft box, paid a small deposit and left it to him. Around 2 weeks later he located a great example of what I wanted, I paid the balance and he arranged delivery the next day. I'd highly recommend them if you are in the market. Regards, Barry P."

Chris McKewin

"The team at ABC were superb to deal with. Container arrived no problem and as per the photos provided prior to purchase. Highly recommend."

Paul Ashkar

"Dealing with ABC Containers was a great experience, could not fault the customer service, there competitive prices and great range of containers. I would recommend ABC for anyone looking for a shipping container to put them on there list. Regards: One happy customer."

liz suduk

"Needed a container urgently, They supplied a great high cube as requested the very same day."

Steve & Jeanette Crooks

"professional & friendly staff & service. Delivery was prompt & accommodating to our timeframe. Well done Stephen & staff."

Brad Jhaye

"the team was quick and responsive , dropped the container on time no hassles"

Kurt D

"Great communication and happy with the containers and their grading system. Did not have to look before purchase."

Ryan Mitchell

"Excellent service. Reliable. Good quality. Thank you"

GrandClock1396

"I wanted to purchase a 40' and 20' shipping container, and ABC Container Hire and Sales came out on top for price an product inclusions. I applaud the customer service experience I received from ABC Container Hire and Sales. Special thanks to Matt & Dan from the Toowoomba yard for being exceptionally helpful in getting me the container modifications I wanted. 5 star recommendation to anyone considering hiring or purchasing a shipping container."

Callum

Weiming Yue

"Very Good to set on site, and the container is good value, thanks"

Craig Price (Pricey)

"Dan is an excellent communicator and easy to deal with. Five days from purchase to having our container in our yard. Container was is brilliant condition and delivered, placed exactly where we wanted. Thoroughly recommend ABC Containers !"

Glyn Owen

"Awesome company to deal with."

Jonny Grundy

"Great customer service from ABC. Delivery company was also very good. I recommend spending your money with ABC. 👍👍👍"

Sabretooth Johansen

"We bought a 20ft container and it was in excellent condition and delivered in great time, a big thanks to Matthew who showed us the container and made the purchase very easy and was a pleasure to do business with. We would recommend you guys to anyone looking for a container."

HTMort

"Dylan did a great job explaining the pros and cons of each standard of container. Wasn’t pushy 😁👍"

Suzie Dick

"Absolutely fabulous service once again. This is our fourth container we've purchased from ABC and we could not be happier with the quality or the price."

Russell Johns

"The staff were helpful explaining the options available to me. The ordering process was smoothly accomplished, the delivery schedule was flexible and accommodating. The installation achieved with precision and minimum of effort."

Susan Byrne

"Alex helped us out with our container. He organised everything including delivery. We would definitely come back if we needed another container."

Mark Stidwill

"Thank you, ABC Containers, you have been an awesome business to deal with. Alex and the team have kept me over and above in great communication with me and delivered what they said, to the standards they said, right when they said they were going to. They even helped with another separate business on my behalf. I would hugely recommend them if you are after a container. Go and have a chat & look around with Alex, you won't regret it. Thanks, Mark"

Peter Liddle

"Excellent to deal with, the containers I have ordered have turned up on time and have been perfect for the job."

Scott D

"Fast and efficient service. Delivery driver was great, accurately placed the container where we needed it."

Brock Mitchell

"Great team to work with and very professional!"

bigdog200774

"Faultless service, thanks Dan"

John Anderson

"Jo from ABC Containers was great to deal with and we purchased the perfect container for our needs on her advice . It was so easy Jo had everything organised with Jules the Delivery team and was a seamless process throughout , also a big shout out to the delivery , the tilt tray guy had placed the container exactly where i needed it on blocks so no more struggling afterwards . Definitely reccomend ABC and Jo Lea John"

Tim Nolan

"Great team to deal with. Kept up to date with price variations, advice given on transport etc. Free storage for a time after container purchase."

Carolyn S

"Quick delivery, great service and excellent containers! We are happy with our purchase and will be back for another. Thank you Matt for providing a quality container at a great price."

Col Davy

"Awesome company to deal with ,fast reliable service ,polite staff great prices and the driver was helpful and patient thank you , l highly recommended this company😎"

Sarah Campbell

"Excellent! Service is super speedy, you are able to check out the container and receive photos beforehand and they get back to you. We enquired around at a few places but ABC was definitely the best by far."

Temujin

"Great customer service, prompt delivery, and good communication from the delivery driver."

Yasmin

"Experience was really good. I ordered a grade 3 container without viewing first and upon arrival I couldn’t be happier with it. The process to pick grade, purchase and organise delivery was made very easy by staff. The man who delivered my container was lovely, I had spray painted a line on the grass for an estimate for where the container would go. Jono had the container aligned perfectly straight on the line. He also went on to use his own paver to ensure the container was not extremely unbalanced."

Rebecca Lee Knudsen

"Honest reliable trustworthy"

Jean-Henri Beukes

"Professional, reliable and ease of service. No hidden fees and all round friendly staff."

Damian

"Alex was friendly and very helpful with professional service which was outstanding."

dan mason

Holly Orchin

"Matt was very helpful and professional from inquiry to delivery. We are so happy with the shipping container. Delivery was fast and reliable."

Paul Clement

"Thanks Again ABC Container Hire & Sales from the sales team to the Towing Company Harveys Towing no time wasted with good communication Thanks all Again ."

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