30ft Shipping Container
30ft Shipping Containers in Baltimore: The In-Between Size
A 30ft shipping container gives you 50% more floor space than a 20ft, in a footprint 10 feet shorter than a 40ft. It is the size to look at when a 20 is too small but a 40 will not fit your driveway, lot or job site. K&K International has supplied containers in the Baltimore area for 30+ years, from our yard in Rosedale.
20ft vs 30ft vs 40ft at a Glance
| 20ft | 30ft | 40ft | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outside length | 20′ | 30′ | 40′ |
| Floor space (approx.) | 150 sq ft | 225 sq ft | 300 sq ft |
| Volume | 1,169 cu ft | 1,695 cu ft | about 2,390 cu ft |
| Best for | Home and jobsite storage | Mid-size projects on shorter sites | Bulk inventory and equipment |
30ft Container Specs
- External dimensions: 30′ L x 8′ W x 8’6″ H
- Internal dimensions: 29’4″ L x 7’9″ W x 7’10” H
- Door opening: 7’8″ W x 7’5″ H
- Volume: 1,695 cubic feet
- Empty (tare) weight: about 6,000 to 7,000 lbs, depending on how the unit was built
- Maximum gross weight: about 67,200 lbs
- Payload capacity: about 60,000 lbs
Who a 30ft Container Fits
- Contractors who need more tool and material storage than a 20 holds, on sites without room for a 40
- Homeowners and small businesses with a long driveway or side lot that stops short of 40 feet
- Retailers and restaurants storing seasonal stock, fixtures or equipment
- Event and pop-up projects that need a bigger box that is still easy to place
Check Availability Before You Plan Around One
30ft containers are less common than 20s and 40s, so call (410) 574-5550 to see what is in our Rosedale yard. If a 30 is not available, we will help you compare a 20ft container or a 40ft high cube against your space. You can also see current inventory in our shop.
Delivery and Site Prep in Baltimore
Our own drivers deliver from Rosedale with company-owned rollback trucks. A 30ft needs more straight-line room than a 20, so measure the path to your spot before delivery day and read our delivery site preparation guide. Placing it on a Baltimore City street or sidewalk usually needs a city permit; see our guide to Maryland container permits.
Get a 30ft Container Quote
Call (410) 574-5550 or request a free quote with the size, condition and delivery address you have in mind.