40ft Shipping Container Home

SKU: 40HCA

The 40ft shipping container home offers a spacious, durable, and ready-built housing solution. Constructed from a high-quality Hi-cube steel container and finished with insulation, windows, flooring, and modern interiors, it delivers comfort and security in a larger format. Ideal for those needing more living space, it’s a cost-effective alternative to traditional housing.

The 40ft shipping container home is a spacious and durable housing solution, designed to combine affordability with modern comfort. Constructed from a high-quality steel container, each unit is fitted with insulation, secure windows and doors, flooring, and interior finishes to create a ready-built living space.

With a larger footprint than the 20ft model, this container home is ideal for those who need extra room for comfortable living, whether as a long-term residence, staff accommodation, or a relocatable housing option. Built tough for United Kingdomn conditions, it delivers strength, security, and practicality in one complete package.

Product Highlights

  • Spacious Design – 40ft High Cube container with enhanced ceiling height and generous interior dimensions.
  • Functional Layout – Includes a private bedroom, living area, kitchen, and combined laundry/bathroom.
  • Energy Efficient – Fully insulated with closed-cell PU spray foam for year-round comfort and reduced running costs.
  • Durable & Portable – Built from brand-new steel containers with forklift pockets for easy relocation.
  • United Kingdomn Standards – Designed and finished to meet United Kingdomn building and safety requirements.

Ready to Make a 40ft Container Home Yours?

The 40ft shipping container home gives you the space, strength, and comfort of a modern home — at a fraction of the cost of traditional construction. Whether you need a permanent residence, staff housing, or a relocatable living solution, our container homes are designed to perform and built to last.

Don’t wait to create the home you need. Enquire today to secure your 40ft container home and have it delivered to your site, ready to live in.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • External Dimensions: 40ft (12.192m) length x 8ft (2.438m) width x 9.6ft (2.896m) height
  • Internal Dimensions: 39.5ft (12.032m) length x 7.8ft (2.352m) width x 8.9ft (2.698m) height
  • Door Opening: 7.8ft (2.340m) width x 8.5ft (2.585m) height
  • Volume: Approximately 76.4 cubic meters
  • Weight: Tare weight 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) / Maximum Gross Weight 32,500 kg (71,650 lbs)

KEY FEATURES

  • Generous Dimensions: Total unit size: 12m(L) x 2.4m(W). Offers ample space for comfortable living.
  • Functional Layout:
  • Bedroom (7.32 m²): A private and cozy sleeping area.
  • Living Room (7.71 m²): Spacious enough for relaxation and entertaining.
  • Kitchen (6.06 m²): Modern Kitchen with ample space for meal preparation.
  • Laundry/Bathroom (4.32 m²): Modern amenities for convenience.
  • Hi-Cube Design: Enhanced ceiling height for a roomier interior and improved ventilation. Built from a brand new 40ft Hi-Cube Shipping Container and high-quality materials to withstand tough environments and long-term use.
  • Energy-Efficient: Designed for optimal insulation and energy efficiency to reduce running costs.
  • Portable and Modular: Fork lift pockets make it easily transportable and adaptable to various locations and needs.
  • Foam Insulation: Ceiling, walls, and under floor complete closed cell PU spray foam insulation.
  • United Kingdomn Design and Standards

APPLICATIONS

  • Comfortable full-time residence with added space

  • Staff or worker accommodation for industrial sites

  • Family housing in regional or rural locations

  • Tourism and hospitality stays (holiday cabins, eco-lodges)

  • Larger relocatable housing projects

SHIPPING & DELIVERY

  • Hi-AB
  • Tilt Tray
  • Semi and Crane
  • Side Loading

Visit the MCH United Kingdom Display Yard in Newcastle and explore a full range of portable living and building solutions. Located at 5 Chatham Rd, , our yard features Portable Buildings, Shipping Container Homes, Expanders, Studios, Portable Bathrooms, Granny Flats, and Container Frames on display. Walk through our showcase models, see the quality firsthand, and discover how our practical and affordable designs can suit your needs. From compact studios to fully equipped homes, our Newcastle display yard is the perfect place to find inspiration for your next project.

Our Mission

At Shipping Container Services United Kingdom, our mission is to deliver high-quality shipping containers and portable building solutions United Kingdom-wide with unmatched industry expertise, local service, and global buying power. As part of SCS Global, we combine decades of experience and worldwide reach with the convenience of locally owned depots to support projects of every size—on time, every time.

Flexible Delivery

Locally Owned

Value Priced

Fast Installation

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