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20ft Dry Shipping Container — Used
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Available as a used unit, this 20 ft Dry container, the worldwide TEU standard, retains 33.2 m3 and a Corten steel structure in good condition. Excellent value for the transport and storage of general cargo.
- Dimensions (LxWxH)
- 6.1 m × 2.4 m × 2.6 m
- Floor area
- 13,87 m²
- Volume
- 33,2 m³
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Compliance
ISO 9001 and CSC standards.
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Technical specifications
| External dimensions | 6,058 m × 2,438 m × 2,591 m |
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| Internal dimensions | 5,898 m × 2,352 m × 2,393 m |
| Door clearance | 2,340 m × 2,280 m |
| Tare weight | 2 130 kg |
| Payload | 28 350 kg |
| Volume | 33,2 m³ |
| Floor area | 13,87 m² |
| Materials | Corten steel |
| Floor type | Marine plywood |
| Door opening | 270° |
| Certifications | CSC ; Cargo Worthy |
| Type | Conteneur Dry |
| Reference (SKU) | conteneur-20-pieds-dry-occasion |
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Definition
What is a Dry container?
La famille Dry regroupe les conteneurs maritimes fermés les plus utilisés. Elle sert au transport de marchandises sèches, au stockage sécurisé et aux projets d’aménagement simples.
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Un conteneur Dry repose sur une structure en acier Corten, un acier auto-patinable qui résiste naturellement à la corrosion marine. Les dimensions suivent les standards ISO, ce qui facilite le transport par camion, train ou navire.
Le choix dépend surtout du volume utile, de la charge admissible et de l’accès au site. Un 20 pieds reste polyvalent, tandis qu’un 40 ou 45 pieds optimise le volume disponible.
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Format maritime standard
Format maritime standard
Le Dry utilise une caisse fermée avec doubles portes arrière. Cette configuration protège les marchandises sèches contre la pluie, le vent et les intrusions.
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Structure robuste
Structure robuste
L’acier Corten encaisse les manutentions répétées et les conditions extérieures. Le plancher bois marine supporte les charges réparties liées au stockage ou au transport.
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Livraison adaptable
Livraison adaptable
Les formats Dry se livrent généralement par camion adapté. La faisabilité dépend de la longueur du conteneur, de l’accès camion et de la zone de dépose.
In detail
What is a used 20 ft Dry shipping container?
The used 20 ft Dry shipping container has already made several rotations on global shipping routes before its second life. "Dry" means a classic closed container, with no insulation or refrigeration. Each unit undergoes a full quality check at our French depots, structure, doors, floor, watertightness, before being made available.
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Its Corten steel structure, a self-weathering anti-corrosion steel, keeps its original performance. Visible marks of use, surface scratches, light dents, localized oxidation marks, tell its operational history without compromising either function or compliance. It's the go-to option when budget matters more than looks.
Model dimensions
Usable space and access
- Door opening (W × H)
- 2,340 m × 2,280 m
- Interior (L × W × H)
- 5,898 m × 2,352 m × 2,393 m
Use the internal dimensions to plan the load or equipment layout. Allow the clearances needed for movement, handling and maintenance for your intended use.
Mass and load distribution
Check total mass, point loads, load distribution and handling equipment compatibility. Available volume does not determine permissible load: reference masses are listed in the technical specifications.
Reference dimensions from the product sheet, to be confirmed for the proposed container.
Exterior envelope
Exterior dimensions and installation
- Exterior (L × W × H)
- 6,058 m × 2,438 m × 2,591 m
These dimensions describe the container envelope. Door movements, connections and servicing may require additional space around the unit.
The unloading area depends on the vehicle and lifting method. It must be assessed separately from the container’s final position.
Reference dimensions from the product sheet, to be confirmed for the proposed container.
Read the dimensions guideLe choix de l’état
Premier voyage ou occasion ?
L’aspect attendu, l’usage et le budget orientent le choix. Demandez les photos et les caractéristiques du conteneur proposé avant de vous décider.
Premier voyage : quel état ?
Un conteneur premier voyage est une unité récemment fabriquée qui a effectué un trajet maritime de positionnement. Son aspect est généralement proche du neuf, mais de petites marques de transport ou de manutention restent possibles.
C’est une option à privilégier pour une installation visible, un aménagement soigné ou un projet où l’état initial compte particulièrement. Demandez les photos et les caractéristiques du conteneur proposé.
Occasion : pour quels usages ?
Un conteneur d’occasion a déjà servi au transport maritime. Les bosses, les reprises de peinture, la corrosion et les réparations varient d’une unité à l’autre : l’appellation seule ne décrit pas son état réel.
Pour le stockage, le chantier ou un usage technique, une occasion contrôlée peut répondre au besoin avec un budget initial plus contenu. Distinguez les traces d’usage acceptables des défauts qui affectent la structure, la fermeture des portes ou l’étanchéité.
Que vérifier avant l’achat ?
- Structure : déformations importantes, trous, corrosion perforante, état du châssis et des coins ISO.
- Portes et joints : ouverture, fermeture, fonctionnement des barres de verrouillage et continuité des joints.
- Plancher et étanchéité : zones molles, réparations inadaptées et entrées de lumière anormales, hors ventilation prévue.
Pour un transport maritime international, faites aussi confirmer la validité CSC et l’aptitude de l’unité au transport prévu. La plaque ne remplace pas l’examen du conteneur.
Budget : que faut-il comparer ?
À format comparable, l’occasion est généralement moins chère à l’achat. Vérifiez aussi ce que le devis inclut : le conteneur, le transport et le déchargement sur votre site.
À format identique, les dimensions nominales restent les mêmes ; la tare et la charge utile se vérifient sur les plaques. Pour un frigorifique, un Open Side ou un conteneur équipé, contrôlez aussi les équipements décisifs pour votre usage : groupe froid, portes ou installations.
In detail
How is a used container inspected?
Before every sale, the unit undergoes a full overhaul at the depot. Watertightness is tested by water spraying, the structure inspected against the light from the inside, the floor replaced in case of significant wear, and the doors adjusted if needed. An inspection document is given to the buyer.
The CSC plate, Convention for Safe Containers, is then re-validated by an accredited body, authorizing continued maritime use. At identical dimensions, a used unit costs 30 to 50% less than a first-trip one, for the same capacities.
Applications
Uses of a used 20 ft Dry shipping container
Properly overhauled, a used unit covers the same needs as a new model, at a significantly lower cost; ideal when function comes before finish.
The applications below show in which contexts this format is most relevant. Each use links the on-site need to the container's concrete benefit.
Highlights
Why buy a used 20 ft Dry shipping container
The used 20 ft Dry offers the full function of the world's reference format, at 30 to 50% of the new price. The strengths below show what systematic depot overhaul concretely guarantees; and why surface patina takes nothing away from capacity when the goal is storage or transport, not display.
The strengths below explain what each technical choice brings to the project. They help compare the product with a less specialized alternative or a different condition.
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Immediate savings
Immediate savings
A used unit costs 30 to 50% less than a first-trip one, at strictly identical dimensions and capacities. The budget savings go straight back into the project or stock.
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Systematic overhaul
Systematic overhaul
Structure, watertightness and doors are checked before every delivery, and an inspection document is given to the buyer. The unit is not sold as is; it is inspected and returned to service.
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Re-validated CSC plate
Re-validated CSC plate
Inspection is renewed by an accredited body, authorizing continued maritime transport. The used unit therefore remains a fully certified container, fit for export.
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Immediate availability
Immediate availability
Stock is on hand at French depots, with no manufacturing lead time. Delivery happens within a few days depending on the area, an advantage for an urgent need.
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Smaller footprint
Smaller footprint
Extending the life of an existing container avoids producing a new unit and saves several tons of steel. A concrete, measurable argument for a CSR approach.
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Full function
Full function
No compromise on allowed load, tested watertightness or locking security. The marks of use are cosmetic; performance remains that of a new unit.
Applications
What is the price of a used 20 ft Dry shipping container
A used container is not sold at a fixed rate: its price aligns with an active secondary market, where international logistics flows meet stock available for resale.
Four parameters drive these variations:
The factors below explain why the price can vary from one quote to another. They help you read a quote by distinguishing the product price, availability, and delivery costs.
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