Construction and trades
Securely store tools, fittings, fasteners, building materials, safety equipment, and smaller machinery close to the work area.
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Final quote depends on branch inventory, condition, delivery distance, site access, placement direction, and selected upgrades.
- Exterior
- 12 ft L × 7 ft 4 in W × 8 ft 3 in H
- Interior
- 11 ft 6 in L × 6 ft 11 in W × 7 ft 8 in H
- Cargo-door opening
- 7 ft W × 7 ft 5 in H
- Tare weight
- Approximately 2,403 lb (1,090 kg)
- Storage volume
- Approximately 622 cu. ft.
What helps us quote accurately
- Delivery location and nearest Container Guy branch
- Preferred placement direction and cargo-door orientation
- Available gate width, overhead clearance, and turning room
- Ground conditions and delivery access
- What will be stored inside the container
- Whether one-trip or used condition is preferred
- Required cargo-door, man-door, or roll-up-door configuration
- Required ventilation, shelving, electrical, or security upgrades
Storage fit
Built for practical storage decisions
Residential storage
A practical solution for furniture, appliances, renovation materials, seasonal belongings, bicycles, garden equipment, and household items.
Farms and acreages
Store maintenance equipment, replacement parts, fencing supplies, tires, feed equipment, tools, and seasonal materials.
Commercial overflow
Create flexible storage for supplies, records, event equipment, maintenance tools, retail stock, and commercial inventory.
What to expect
More capacity without a full-size footprint
Choose the container that fits the job, the site, and the level of presentation you need. Newer units are cleaner and more uniform, used units are practical budget storage, and specialty door layouts can improve access.
Mid-size capacity
The approximately 17.6 m³ interior provides useful capacity for equipment, furniture, materials, shelving, and commercial inventory.
Space-efficient footprint
The 12 ft length provides more storage than smaller mini units without requiring the placement area of a conventional 20 ft container.
Wide cargo access
The approximately 7 ft-wide cargo-door opening helps accommodate furniture, appliances, carts, equipment, and larger stored items.
Weather-resistant shell
The steel walls, cargo doors, seals, and durable flooring provide practical protection for items stored outdoors.
Secure cargo doors
Cargo doors with locking bars and a protected lock box provide convenient access and dependable security.
Easier handling
Forklift pockets allow the empty container to be lifted or repositioned using appropriately rated material-handling equipment.
New or used
Choose the condition that fits the job
Decision
One-trip
Used
Overview
A one-trip container has typically been manufactured overseas, loaded once, and shipped to North America. It normally has considerably less wear than a used container.
A used container has previously been used for cargo transportation or storage and normally shows signs of handling and previous use.
Appearance
Cleaner paint, fewer dents, and a more presentable appearance for residential, commercial, or customer-facing locations.
Cosmetic wear, dents, scratches, surface rust, patches, and previous markings may be present.
Interior condition
Generally cleaner flooring and interior surfaces with minimal previous use.
Flooring and interior surfaces may show stains, scratches, repairs, and other signs of previous use.
Budget
Higher initial cost, with better presentation and potential long-term resale value.
Lower initial cost when secure and functional storage is more important than appearance.
Weather resistance
Newer doors, seals, roof, and wall panels generally provide more consistent weather-resistant performance.
Can still provide dependable weather-resistant storage, but doors, seals, roof, and previous repairs should be inspected.
Future modifications
Preferred when adding shelving, electrical systems, ventilation, custom paint, windows, or branding.
Suitable for many practical modifications, but the container’s condition should be confirmed first.
Best fit
Choose one-trip when appearance, cleaner condition, future modifications, and long-term storage value matter.
Choose used when secure, functional storage at a lower cost is required and normal cosmetic wear is acceptable.
Availability
Subject to one-trip container inventory, colour, door configuration, and branch location.
Size, condition, colour, configuration, and availability may vary significantly by branch.
Delivery reality
Plan the placement before the truck rolls.
Delivery works best when the placement plan is clear before dispatch. Confirm the delivery address, preferred door direction, surface, overhead clearance, turning room, and access limits before the truck arrives.
Truck clearanceAllow sufficient room for the delivery truck to enter, turn, unload, and leave safely. Confirm overhead clearance from trees, wires, signs, building overhangs, and other obstructions. Delivery and lifting-equipment requirements depend on the container’s weight and site conditions.
Ground conditionsFirm and level ground is recommended. Gravel, concrete, pressure-treated timbers, or suitable container pads can help keep the container stable and allow the cargo doors to operate properly.
Access pathTell us about narrow gates, tight turns, slopes, soft ground, mud, snow, fences, trees, and other access restrictions. Confirm where the container should be placed and which direction the cargo doors should face before delivery.
Useful add-ons
Make the container work harder
Lock box and security
Protect the padlock area and make the container more difficult to tamper with.
Vents and condensation control
Improve air movement and help manage moisture when storing items affected by condensation.
Shelving and racking
Use the interior walls and vertical space to organize tools, parts, supplies, boxes, and commercial inventory.
Electrical package
Add lighting, receptacles, switches, and other electrical components when regular access is required.
Ramps and access
Add a suitable ramp when carts, wheeled tools, appliances, lawn equipment, or other equipment must pass through the cargo doors.
Man door and window
A personnel door or window can improve regular access and natural light when the container is used as a workshop or equipment room.
Roll-up door
A roll-up door can provide space-efficient access where swinging cargo doors are not practical.
Buyer questions
Common questions before you buy
A one-trip container has typically been manufactured overseas, loaded once, and shipped to North America. It normally has much less wear than a used container. Some 12 ft specialty containers are new-build units rather than true one-trip containers. Confirm the actual condition before using the term in the product listing.
No. A typical 12 ft mini container is a specialty, non-standard size. Its approximate 8 ft 3 in exterior height is below standard-container height and considerably below high-cube height.
The steel shell, cargo doors, and seals are designed to provide weather-resistant storage. The condition of the roof, walls, doors, flooring, and seals should be confirmed before purchase.
It can accommodate tools, equipment, furniture, appliances, building materials, maintenance supplies, seasonal belongings, records, and commercial inventory. It is not climate-controlled unless specifically modified.
A 12 ft mini container is useful when you require more storage capacity than a 7 ft, 8 ft, or 9 ft mini container but do not need the full capacity or site footprint of a 20 ft container.
A full permanent foundation is not normally required for basic storage. Firm and level supports help maintain stability, drainage, and proper cargo-door alignment.
Yes, provided the site can be accessed safely and appropriately rated lifting or loading equipment is available.
Stacking limits vary by manufacturer and configuration. Do not stack the container unless its data plate or manufacturer’s documentation confirms the permitted stacking arrangement and load.
Yes. Common modifications include vents, shelving, electrical components, lighting, man doors, windows, roll-up doors, security lock boxes, ramps, custom paint, and branding. Structural modifications should be properly evaluated.
Container pricing depends on inventory, condition, delivery distance, required equipment, site access, placement requirements, door configuration, and selected upgrades. A delivered quote confirms the correct unit and total price before you commit.