Description
The 40ft Open Side Doors Shipping Container from Big Bear Containers is a premium, wind- and watertight steel unit engineered for secure, long-lasting performance.
The 40ft Open Side Shipping Container offers maximum accessibility with full-length side doors that open completely along one side. Built from high-strength Corten steel with marine-grade plywood flooring, wind and watertight construction, hazmat-free certification.
40ft Open Side Doors Shipping Container Overview
Engineered for years of dependable service, the 40ft Open Side Doors Shipping Container pairs cargo-grade steel with a practical, ready-to-use design. It arrives quality-inspected and ready for immediate use across residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Key Features of the 40ft Open Side Doors Shipping Container
- Full-length opening side doors
- Standard rear cargo doors retained
- Cargo-grade Corten weathering steel construction
- Wind & watertight, weatherproof build
- Forkliftable and crane-liftable corner castings
- Secure, lockbox-ready cargo doors
40FT Specifications
- External dimensions: 40′ × 8′ × 8′6″
- Floor area: ~320 sq ft
- Internal volume: ~2,390 cu ft
- Construction: Corten (weathering) steel, wind & watertight
Ideal Uses
The 40ft Open Side Doors Shipping Container is a versatile open side container suited to a wide range of jobs, including:
- Fast full-length loading and access
- Retail display and merchandising
- Warehousing with forklift side-loading
Construction & Durability
Construction is factory-fresh one-trip steel throughout. On this 40ft steel shipping container the door gear is the part that earns its keep: four locking bars into cams top and bottom, seated against a full-perimeter rubber gasket that is what actually keeps weather out.
Delivery & Site Preparation
Site prep for the 40ft steel shipping container is simple but not optional. A 40ft-class unit needs roughly 100ft of straight approach for the truck to back in and tilt. Level the pad within an inch or so across the footprint; a container that sits twisted will bind at the doors, which is the one fault that is genuinely annoying to fix later.
Why Buy From Big Bear Containers
Buying new means you see no wear at all: no dents, no patch welds, no previous cargo. Delivery is a flat rate by region from our Sacramento yard – local, nationwide and international – and the exact rate shows at checkout. Browse 40ft Containers or the wider container shop to compare.
40ft Open Side Doors Shipping Container – Frequently Asked Questions
What can I use it for?
This unit is ideal for fast full-length loading and access, retail display and merchandising, and more — it adapts easily to residential, commercial, and industrial needs.
Delivery is a flat rate by region from our Sacramento yard – local, nationwide and international – and the exact rate shows at checkout.
Delivery is a flat rate by region from our Sacramento yard – local, nationwide and international – and the exact rate shows at checkout. The truck tilts and slides the unit onto your ground, so no crane hire lands on your bill.
Can I return it?
Within 30 days, yes. We inspect before shipping specifically so this does not come up — but the policy stands either way.
Ready to order? Add the 40ft Open Side Doors Shipping ContainerDelivery is a flat rate by region from our Sacramento yard – local, nationwide and international – and the exact rate shows at checkout.
Recommended Applications
- Commercial & Jobsite Storage: Weatherproof, secure storage for costly tools, building supplies, and inventory.
- Agricultural & Farm Use: Secure feed, seed, and heavy machinery protection against pests and severe weather.
- Residential & Personal Storage: Heavy-duty, on-property storage during home remodels, relocations, or seasonal transitions.
Delivery, Logistics & Site Preparation
Big Bear Containers provides reliable, insured delivery direct to your site across the Sacramento region, Northern California, and nationwide throughout the continental United States. Depending on the unit, delivery is handled via specialized tilt-bed rollback truck or transport trailer.
- Site Access Requirements: Ensure a clear, level surface (concrete pad, packed gravel, or asphalt) with adequate approach clearance for delivery trucks.
- Pre-Delivery Inspection: Every unit undergoes a rigorous multi-point inspection prior to dispatch to ensure doors, seals, structural members, and flooring meet our strict quality criteria.
- Rapid Dispatch: Local Sacramento and California deliveries typically arrive within 3 to 7 business days following order confirmation. Nationwide freight options are fully tracked.
Why Choose Big Bear Containers?
At Big Bear Containers Inc., we pride ourselves on delivering premium grade storage containers, modular structures, and commercial trailers with transparent pricing and exceptional customer care. Whether you are purchasing a single storage container or outfitting an entire commercial fleet, our Sacramento-based team is dedicated to providing durable solutions tailored to your operational needs.
- Rigorous Inspection Guarantee: Guaranteed wind- and water-tight containers with robust structural integrity.
- Transparent Quotes: Flat regional delivery rates shown at checkout, with no hidden handling fees.
- Dedicated Support: Personalized assistance from container specialists from order placement to on-site drop-off.
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