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40ft Container Hire

Our 40ft storage containers are the perfect solution for when your project demands serious storage space. Offering expansive, secure storage, our containers are ideal for businesses and individuals with significant storage needs.Ā 

Whether youā€™re looking to rent a 40ft container to store tools, equipment or belongings, youā€™ll benefit from fast delivery to your site from one of our local depots throughout the UK.

View our range of 40-footĀ containers for hire.Ā 

Prices from Ā£3.00 a day*
*Min 30 day hire. Location dependent. Prices subject to change.

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40ft Container Hire

40ft containers

40ft Container Options

40ft Container Hire Specifications

Note ā€“ all given dimensions are approximate:

General Specifications

Floor Area
305sqft (28.33mĀ²)
Cubic Capacity
2360 cu ft (66.83mĀ³)
Weight
4 tons (4.06 tonnes)

External Dimensions

Length
40ft (12.19m)
Width
8ft (2.44m)
Height
8ft 6ins (2.59m)

Internal Dimensions

Length
39ft 4ins (12.00m)
Width
7ft 7ins (2.33m)
Height
7ft 9ins (2.35m)

Our 40ft containers:

40ft

Floor area: 305sqft (28.33mĀ²)
Cubic Capacity: 2360 cu ft (66.83mĀ³)
Weight: 4 tons (4.06 tonnes)
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40ft High Cube

Floor area: 305sqft (28.33mĀ²)
Cubic Capacity: 2660 cu ft (75.32mĀ³)
Weight: 4 tons (4.06 tonnes)
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Why rent a 40ft storage container?

For large-scale projects, thereā€™s no substitute for space and a 40ft container offers an impressive amount of storage capacity.Ā 

The largest in our range of containers for rent, our 40ft containers provide expansive and secure storage for anyone with:

  • Temporary storage requirements for large projects
  • A site big enough to house and deliver larger containers
  • Large volumes of stock

Need a larger option? We have 40ft High Cube containers for hire, offering a 14% greater cube capacity versus a standard unit.Have longer-term storage needs? View our storage containers for sale.

Who hires 40ft containers?

Our 40-foot containers are hired by businesses or individuals with extensive storage requirements, for uses including:

  • Large construction projects
  • Storage during large home moves or renovation projects
  • Bulky equipment – perfect for businesses needing extra space for palletised stock or bulky items (e.g. machinery, white goods)

Whether youā€™re managing a large construction project, overseeing a home renovation or you require space for bulk storage on a temporary basis, a 40ft container gives you the room to work.Ā 

Looking for something a little smaller? Browse our range of container hire options, including our mid-size 20ft containers and more compact 10ft containers for hire.

Right hand view of 40ft container in blue

Why rent S Jones Containers?

Choosing a 40ft container means getting more than just space and, as one of the countryā€™s leading container hire specialists, with us you also gain access to a host of benefits that make the hiring process seamless:Ā 

  • Fast and reliable delivery from our local depots, reducing project delays and keeping everything on schedule
  • Tailored quotes and low delivery costs
  • Unrivalled customer service and advice from experts with over 40 years experience in this family-run business
  • Flexible rental terms without the pressure of a long-term commitment
  • No long term obligation ā€“ cancel without a notice period

How to hire a 40ft container

Hiring a 40ft storage container from us is simple and hassle-free.Ā 

To get started, follow these steps indicative of what hiring a container might look like:Ā 

  • Get A Quote: Contact us for a tailored quote based on your location and hire needs. With prices starting from Ā£3 a day*, we offer competitive rates.Ā 
  • Confirm Delivery: Once youā€™re happy with your quote and requirements, let us know where and when you need the container. Thanks to our nationwide coverage and local depots, we provide fast delivery across the UK.Ā 
  • Flexible Rental Terms: Whether itā€™s for a month or several months, we offer flexible rental options with no long-term commitments
  • Easy Collection: When your project is finished, let us know and weā€™ll arrange a quick collection at your convenience.Ā 

Frequently Asked Questions

What fits in a 40ft container?

Our 40ft containers are 39ft 4ā€ long, 7ft 7ā€ wide and 7ft 9ā€ high. They can roughly hold the contents of a 3-bedroom house or apartment, including the contents of rooms and larger household appliances. Bath fixtures, washing machines, a piano, extra mattresses and more all fit comfortably in the 305 square feet of storage space available.

How much space do I need for a 40ft container delivery?

In order to ensure smooth delivery of your 40ft container, you will require a minimum width of 15ft for access and approx. 24ft for offloading (plus the width of the unit). Our 40ft containers are offloaded to the side of our delivery vehicles. Contact our friendly team for expert assistance with all matters related to your container delivery. Please forward any relevant photos, videos and dimensions so that we can devise a detailed delivery plan.

How quickly can I get my container delivered?

We offer quick delivery from our local depots across the UK and typically, we can deliver your container within a week to 10 days. Delivery times may vary depending on your location but we strive to get your container delivered to you as quickly as you need to keep your project moving.

Reviews Of Our 40ft Container Leasing

Seimon
14th Jan 2025

An excellent company to deal with. So friendly with great follow up. I’ll be using them again when the time arrives.

Edward
26th Nov 2024

I have been completely satisfied with the very pleasant and professional approach to my order on every way possible nice dealing with you all Edward thompson

Mike
10th Nov 2024

Professional and easy to deal with throughout. More than happy for me to visit their site, view the containers and talk to the technical people.
Deliverey was on time and went without a hitch.
I would recommend S Jones

Martin
7th Nov 2024

good company to work with

Philip
7th Nov 2024

The professional service offered and the quality of the containers, means that we will be a repeat customer.

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