What is the difference between a Storage Trailer and a Storage Container?

There are a few key differences between the two types of units.

Storage Trailer

  • 52 inches off the ground
  • Can be moved to loading dock or on site
  • 96” – 102” of internal width
  • Comes in 28 foot, 40 foot, 45 foot, 48 foot, 53 foot lengths
  • Can be moved onsite when loaded
  • Made of aluminum

Storage Container

  • Ground level access
  • Can walk right in with ease
  • 96” of internal width
  • Comes in 10 foot, 20 foot and 40 foot lengths
  • Cannot be moved when loaded
  • Made of steel


Storage Container

Storage Trailer

Storage Trailer

Entrance height off the ground

4″

52” (dock height)

What is it made of?
(roof and body)

Steel

Aluminum

Does it have wheels?

No

Yes

Width of the unit

96″

96″-102″

Floor material

19 or 21 Ply marine plywood

1 3/8” Oak wood

Height

8’6”-9’6”

12’6” -13’6”

Length

10’, 20’, 40’

28’, 40’, 45’, 48’, 53’

Can be moved on-site?

No

Yes

Forklift access?

Yes

Yes

Will 13lb Eagle Lock fit?

Yes

Yes

Can this be outfitted with shelving or piperack?

Yes

No

Available accessories?

Hand Dolly Ramp, Forklift Ramp

Kingpin Lock, Glad Hand Lock, Stairs

Content Insurance and/or Damage Waiver?

Yes

Yes

Can customized with additional doors, windows, ventilations?

Yes

No