A 8 ft container is the most compact size in our container range – good for tools, garden equipment, small-scale site storage, or as a base for a kiosk or exhibition conversion. This page shows the dimensions, how it differs from 10 and 20 ft, the price range and how delivery works.
8 ft and small containers available
10 ft container
Original price was: 3.100,00 €. 2.950,00 €Current price is: 2.950,00 €.
8 ft container
Original price was: 2.000,00 €. 1.950,00 €Current price is: 1.950,00 €.
Dimensions and volume
| Size | External (L×W×H) | Usable volume | door opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 ft | approx. 2,44 × 2,20 × 2,26 m | ~7 m³ | approx. 2,00 × 2,00 m |
| 10 ft | approx. 2,99 × 2,44 × 2,59 m | ~15 m³ | approx. 2,34 × 2,28 m |
| 20 ft | approx. 6,06 × 2,44 × 2,59 m | ~33 m³ | approx. 2,34 × 2,28 m |
An 8 ft container fits in a standard car parking space. All other dimensions: Container dimensions and sizes.
8, 10 or 20 ft – which one fits?
- 8 ft: tools, machinery, garden equipment, bicycles – when floor space is tight or the container needs to stay transportable.
- 10 ft: the slightly larger alternative with a similarly compact footprint.
- 20 ft: the best value per cubic metre – if there is enough space, almost always the more economical choice. Overview: Buy a 20 ft container.
Rule of thumb: first estimate the space your contents need, then check the available footprint – and if in doubt, choose one size larger, because upgrading later costs more than buying the right size once.
Condition and availability
8 ft containers are mostly available as used (wind and watertight) or as a conversion base; brand-new and one-way models are rare in this size. Availability fluctuates more than for 20 and 40 ft – enquire early so we can reserve a suitable unit. Condition grades explained: buy used shipping containers.
What to look for in a used 8 ft container
Above all, check the floor and door seals: Small containers often have an eventful past as tool or site containers and are more heavily worn than a shipping container that has spent most of its life stacked. Doors that close cleanly and a dry, solid floor matter more than flawless paint.
How much does an 8 ft container cost?
A used 8 ft container costs in the low four-figure range, plus transport. Because few units are available on the market, the price per cubic metre is higher than for a 20 ft container. All cost factors: How much does a shipping container cost.
Delivery and placement area
Delivery is by truck with a loader crane (precise offloading) or on a small tilt chassis. The ground must be load-bearing and level – compacted gravel, concrete slabs or asphalt; the load acts as a point load under the four corner castings. Details: Have a shipping container delivered and offloaded.
The 8 ft container as a conversion base
Precisely because it is small and transportable, the 8 ft container is well suited as a base for a conversion: Sales and drinks stand, kiosk, ticket or info point, technical and pump room, lockable equipment room for a club. Its advantage over larger sizes is that it can be moved with comparatively small equipment and fits on almost any site, so you stay flexible if you want to change location. Bear in mind the limited headroom: after interior insulation, about two metres remain, which is tight for rooms where people spend time. Ideas and process: Converting shipping containers · Container conversion and modification.
Buying or renting?
For short-term use – for example during a construction project – renting is more flexible: Rent material containers. If you need it for about a year or longer, buying pays off.
Frequently asked questions
What is an 8 ft container suitable for?
For tools, garden equipment, a small construction site storage area or as a conversion base for a kiosk or exhibition. It fits on a standard car parking space.
8, 10 or 20 ft – which size?
First estimate the space the contents need, then check the available footprint. When in doubt, choose one size larger, because retrofitting is more expensive. A 20 ft container usually offers the best value for money per cubic metre.
What should I look for in a used 8 ft container?
Mainly the floor and door seals. Small containers often have an eventful past as tool or construction site containers and are subject to more wear than a stacked shipping container.
Enquire now
Tell us what is going inside and where the container will be placed – we will recommend the right size and quote the price including transport. Request a quote · Overview: Buy a container
Zuletzt aktualisiert: 7. November 2026 · Redaktion: Coin Container Team, Hamburg