What Are 20ft Storage Container Dimensions and Weight?
A 20 foot storage container measures close to 20 feet long, 8 feet wide and 8.5 feet tall on the outside, which is the industry-standard box size before you get into 40ft units. Empty, a steel container this size weighs somewhere in the neighborhood of a loaded pickup truck, though exact tare weight varies by manufacturer and by whether it is a standard dry box or a 20ft cold storage container with refrigeration gear bolted on. That matters for site planning: a heavier empty unit plus your stored goods adds up fast, and Kendall driveways or gravel lots are not always rated the same as a poured pad. If you are stacking pallets, tools, or full sets of shelving inside, ask about total loaded weight before delivery day, not after. For context on how this size compares to the bigger 40 foot option, see our breakdown on 40ft storage container rental and general dumpster sizes and dimensions if you are choosing between a dumpster and a container for a cleanout.
How Much Does a 20ft Storage Container Cost in Kendall?
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Month | $100 | $125 | $250 |
Pricing depends on rental length, delivery distance, and whether you need a mobile office add-on instead of plain storage. A 20ft mobile office container with trailer setup costs more than a bare storage box because it includes a working door, sometimes windows, and interior finish work for job-site staff. For a side-by-side on container pricing across sizes, check storage container rental cost and our general storage container rental page. If your project also needs waste removal alongside storage, bundling with a roll-off dumpster rental or a 10 yard dumpster rental on the same site visit often saves a trip.
Can I Get a 20ft Storage Container Delivered Fast in Kendall?
Yes, most 20ft units go out within a day or two of booking, same as our portable toilet rental and temporary fence rental deliveries that run on similar trucks. Kendall sits close to several service points: Pinecrest is 3.5 miles east, Palmetto Bay 5.6 miles southeast, and South Miami 6.2 miles northeast, so drivers covering those routes can usually swing a container drop into the same day as a nearby job. Coral Gables, 7.9 miles east, and Cutler Bay, 8.6 miles south, add a little more lead time but are still same-week territory. Site access matters more than distance, though. Give the driver a clear, level approach, and confirm overhead clearance if the container is going near a carport or fence line, similar to the clearance checks we do before dropping a restroom trailer rental. If your project spans multiple trades, our construction site services page covers how storage, fencing, and sanitation stack together on one Kendall lot.
How much does a 20ft storage container weigh when empty versus loaded?
Empty weight depends on the manufacturer and wall gauge, and loaded weight depends entirely on what you put inside. Ask your provider for the specific tare weight on the unit they are sending, especially if it is sitting on soft ground or an unpaved lot in Kendall.
What is the difference between a 20ft and 40ft storage container?
A 20ft unit gives about half the interior length of a 40ft storage container, roughly 1,170 cubic feet versus double that. Choose 20ft for tools, seasonal inventory, or a single crew's equipment; choose 40ft when you are storing furniture from a full house or staging a large event.
Do I need a permit for a 20ft storage container in Kendall?
Permit rules vary by placement, especially in the right of way, and that needs confirming directly with the city. See our general porta potty permit requirements page for how we handle similar placement questions on other equipment.
Can a 20ft container work as a mobile office?
Yes, a 20ft mobile office container with trailer setup is common on Kendall job sites needing a lockable space plus a desk and door instead of raw storage. It is a different build than a plain box, so specify "mobile office" when requesting a quote through our request a quote form.
What can I store in a 20ft cold storage container?
Cold storage units keep perishable goods, event catering supplies, or temperature-sensitive materials cool on site. They cost more than a standard dry box due to the refrigeration unit, so confirm run-time power needs, similar to sizing a temporary power pole for other equipment on the same site.
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