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10 FOOT SEA CONTAINER

Half the footprint. All the strength. The 10ft shipping container is the most compact ISO-grade unit available, ideal for residential lots, narrow job sites, and anywhere a full-size container simply won't fit.

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10 FOOT SEA CONTAINER

10 FOOT SEA CONTAINER — DIMENSIONS & SPECIFICATIONS

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS

  • Length : 3.048 m / 10'0"
  • Width : 2.438 m / 8'0"
  • Height (Standard) : 2.591 m / 8'6"

WEIGHT & PAYLOAD

  • Tare Weight : ~1,300 kg / 2,866 lbs
  • Max Gross Weight : ~11,300 kg
  • Max Payload : ~10,000 kg

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS

  • Internal Length : 2.844 m / 9'4"
  • Internal Width : 2.352 m / 7'8"
  • Internal Height : 2.385 m / 7'10"
  • Door Opening W : 2.340 m / 7'8"
  • Door Opening H : 2.280 m / 7'5"

CAPACITY & CONSTRUCTION

  • Internal Volume : ~16.6 m³ / 585 ft³
  • Material : Corten Steel
  • Flooring : Hardwood
  • ISO Certified : Yes
  • Doors : Double Swing Cargo

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Why 10ft?
Small Unit. Serious Steel.

Compact Footprint, Full-Strength Steel

Built from the same weathering Corten Steel as 20ft and 40ft units. The 10ft container offers ISO-grade durability in half the footprint, perfect for residential driveways, narrow side yards, and space-constrained job sites

Lockable Cargo Doors

Full-size double swing cargo doors provide maximum access to the interior. Compatible with standard padlocks, container lock boxes, and customs seals. Your contents stay weather-tight and secure in any climate

Easy to Deliver Anywhere

The 10ft size can be placed by a standard flatbed truck without requiring wide-load permits. It fits on most residential lots with standard road access, making local delivery simpler and less costly than full-size units.

Modification Ready

Add personnel doors, windows, electrical, insulation, ventilation, and shelving. The 10ft container is a popular choice for compact site offices, security cabins, and custom storage solutions, all built to last outdoors.

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Who Is It For?
Ideal Uses for the 10ft Sea Container

Residential Storage

Fits in most driveways and side yards. Secure storage for seasonal items, tools, bikes, and garden equipment without a building permit in many municipalities.

Construction Sites

Compact enough to fit on urban job sites, yet large enough to store tools, materials, and safety equipment securely. Easy to reposition between sites.

Farm & Ranch

Chemical storage, small equipment housing, and seasonal supply containers for smaller operations. Durable in extreme weather, zero maintenance required.

Retail Kiosks

Compact pop-up retail stalls, ticket booths, coffee windows, and branded activation units.The small footprint makes them viable for tight urban locations.

Electrical Enclosures

Weatherproof housing for generators, switchgear, and power equipment at remote job sites and infrastructure projects. Standard at oilfield operations.

Studio & Workspace

With insulation, electrical, and a window, a 10ft container becomes a compact home studio, workshop, or office cabin in your back garden or acreage.

Security Cabin

Gated entry security booths, site supervision stations, and temporary check-in facilities.Deliver, drop, and connect power, ready to occupy in hours

Overflow Inventory

Retail and warehouse businesses use 10ft containers as lockable overflow storage adjacent to main facilities. Cost-effective alternative to expanding leased space.

Size Guide

10ft vs 20ft vs 40ft — Which Size Do You Need?
Specification
10 ft Sea Container
20 ft Container
40 ft Container
External Length
3.048 m / 10 ft
6.058 m / 20 ft
12.192 m / 40 ft
Internal Volume
~16.6 m³
33.2 m³
67.7 m³
Max Payload
~10,000 kg
28,230 kg
26,730 kg
Delivery Ease
Standard Flatbed
Tilt-Bed Semi
Tilt-Bed Semi
Fits ResidentialLots
Most lots
Many lots
Larger lots only
Best For
Tight spaces, compact storage
General storage and freight
Large scale & conversions

10ft Container FAQ

A standard 10ft container measures 3.048 m (10 ft) long, 2.438 m (8 ft) wide, and 2.591 m (8'6") high. It offers compact and secure storage for small spaces.

Yes. A 10ft sea container is a smaller version of a standard shipping container, built with durable Corten steel for secure storage and transport.

Yes. Seabox Depot supplies 10ft containers across Alberta. Contact our team to check availability and delivery options.

Permit requirements depend on your municipality. Temporary storage may not require permits in some areas, but permanent placement may need approval.

Yes. 10ft containers can be customized with doors, windows, insulation, lighting, ventilation, shelving, and office conversions.

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