Tunnel Containers

Tunnel Containers

South Africa container Trading offers a variety of Tunnel Containers, also known as Tunnel Tainers, in both new and used conditions, available in 20ft and 40ft sizes.
These Tunnel Containers are considered special build containers and non-standard, making them generally more expensive compared to standard double end door shipping containers. However, they are highly versatile, allowing entry from either end with fully lockable doors. They are commonly used for on-site storage, also known as self-storage, with a partition in the center that creates two separate 10ft storage units.

Wide Range of container supply

1. General Design

• Doors at Both Ends: Unlike standard shipping containers, tunnel containers have double doors at both ends, making loading/unloading faster and more flexible.

• ISO Standardized: Built to ISO specifications for compatibility with ships, trucks, and trains.

• CSC Certified: Approved for international shipping use.

2. Standard Sizes

• 20 ft Tunnel Container

  • External Dimensions: ~6.06 m (L) × 2.44 m (W) × 2.59 m (H)

  • Internal Dimensions: ~5.9 m (L) × 2.35 m (W) × 2.39 m (H)

  • Volume: ~33 m³

  • Tare Weight: ~2,200–2,400 kg

  • Payload Capacity: ~28,000 kg

• 40 ft Tunnel Container

  • External Dimensions: ~12.19 m (L) × 2.44 m (W) × 2.59 m (H)

  • Internal Dimensions: ~12.03 m (L) × 2.35 m (W) × 2.39 m (H)

  • Volume: ~67 m³

  • Tare Weight: ~3,900–4,300 kg

  • Payload Capacity: ~27,000 kg

(High-cube versions are also available with an extra ~0.3 m in height.)

3. Material & Build

• Corten Steel: Corrosion-resistant, durable structure.

• Marine-Grade Flooring: Usually 28 mm thick plywood or bamboo.

• Weatherproof: Sealed against wind and water ingress.

4. Security & Handling

• Locking Bars: 2–4 per door, fitted with locking mechanisms.

• Forklift Pockets: For easy handling with forklifts (mostly on 20 ft models).

• Corner Castings: Standardized for stacking and lifting by cranes.

5. Special Features

• Easy Loading/Unloading: Access from either end without fully unpacking.

• Conversion-Friendly: Commonly modified for storage tunnels, temporary passageways, or modular structures.

• Ventilation: Typically fitted with small vents to reduce condensation.

Having doors at one end of a shipping container is standard – but how about doors at both ends?

Introducing the tunnel container, also known as double end door container or tunnel-tainer.

The doors at both ends feature unlocks a range of new possibilities for storage users in particular.

You can buy or rent both 20ft and 40ft sizes with our price match guarantee.

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Sizes

Our storage containers come in various sizes, including 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 20ft, 30ft, 40ft, and 45ft in length.

They have a standard height of either 8’6″ or 9’6″, known as high cubes. Our containers are guaranteed to be wind and watertight, making them fully weatherproof. They are suitable for storing all types of goods and are highly secure. The containers feature heavy-duty flooring made of marine ply wood and are ventilated to help reduce condensation.

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