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20ft Standard Cargo Worthy Shipping Container

Cargo Worthy (CW)

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From $2,400

Free delivery within Tampa Bay area

Estimated delivery: 3-7 business days

The 20ft Standard Cargo Worthy delivers excellent value for small-footprint residential projects like backyard ADUs and rental studios. Certified structurally sound by a licensed surveyor, it may show minor cosmetic wear that disappears once insulation and interior finishes go in. This is the most popular grade among Tampa homeowners adding a compact living space or workshop to their property.

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Technical Specs

Specification Details
External Dimensions 20' 0" L x 8' 0" W x 8' 6" H
Internal Dimensions 19' 4" L x 7' 8" W x 7' 10" H
Door Opening 7' 8" W x 7' 6" H
Interior Ceiling Height 7' 10"
Tare Weight 4,916 lbs
Max Payload 47,900 lbs
Floor Area 150 sq ft
Cubic Capacity 1,172 cu ft
Floor Type Marine-grade plywood (28mm)
Material Corten weathering steel (14-gauge walls, 7-gauge floor)

What Makes This Unit Ideal for Conversions

The 20ft Standard is a strong foundation for conversion projects. A compact foundation for studios and guest quarters. With 150 sq ft of floor area and 7' 10" of interior height, you have real room to work with.

  • 150 sq ft of usable space - ready for framing, insulation, and finishing
  • 8' 6" exterior height - provides room for insulation layers and finished ceiling
  • Easy to cut for windows and doors - Corten steel is weldable and plasma-cuttable
  • Stackable for multi-story builds - rated for stacking up to 9 containers high when loaded
  • Existing structure saves 20-40% vs traditional framed construction
20ft Standard container converted into a living space

Cargo Worthy (CW) — What to Expect

Cargo Worthy (CW)

Cargo Worthy containers are certified structurally sound and watertight by a licensed surveyor. They may show cosmetic wear — surface rust, minor dents, scuffed paint — but every panel, rail, and seal meets international shipping standards.

What to expect:

  • Structurally sound and watertight
  • Certified by licensed surveyor
  • Surface rust and cosmetic wear expected
  • Fully operational doors and hardware
  • Excellent value for conversion projects

Common Uses for This Container

Home offices

Studios

Guest rooms

Pool houses

Storage

Residential conversions and ADUs

Workshops and hobby spaces

Rental units and Airbnb builds

Delivery Information

We deliver containers on a tilt-bed truck directly to your prepared site. Our experienced drivers ensure safe, precise placement.

  • Free delivery within the Tampa Bay area
  • 3-7 business days typical turnaround
  • Tilt-bed truck delivery (no crane needed)
  • You'll need a flat, level surface with truck access
  • We coordinate delivery scheduling with you directly
Tilt-bed truck delivering a shipping container

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