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Sizes of Mobile House Containers
Admin September 17, 2026
Mobile house containers come in a variety of sizes, with common standard sizes and custom sizes covering international standards, domestic common specifications, and flexible customization options, as detailed below:

I. International Standard Sizes (ISO 668 Shipping Standard)
- 20-foot Standard Container (20GP)
External dimensions: 6.058m (length) × 2.438m (width) × 2.591m (height), internal dimensions: 5.898m × 2.352m × 2.393m. Features: A basic model suitable for independent use or combined construction, commonly used in construction site dormitories, small shops, temporary offices, and other scenarios. - 40-foot Standard Container (40GP)
External dimensions: 12.192m × 2.438m × 2.591m, internal dimensions: 12.032m × 2.352m × 2.393m. Features: Spacious interior, suitable for long, narrow layouts such as corridor-style dormitories or multi-room combined residences. - 40-foot High Cube Container (40HC/HQ)
External dimensions: 12.192m × 2.438m × 2.896m, internal dimensions: 12.032m × 2.352m × 2.698m. Features: An interior clear height of 2.7 meters, avoiding a sense of oppression, suitable for residences, exhibition halls, and other scenarios with height requirements.
II. Domestic Common Sizes
- Construction Site/Residential Scenarios
Common specifications: 3m (length) × 6m (width) × 2.8m (height), with a moderate area and comfortable height, supporting vertical or horizontal splicing to expand space. Special sizes: Such as 7m × 3m, used for temporary office areas, scenic area homestays, and other specific scenarios. - Foldable Containers
Folded height: 2.5m, expanded width: 6.3m. Features: Easy transportation and rapid deployment, suitable for temporary events or emergency scenarios.
III. Custom Size Ranges
- Height: Can be increased to over 2.7 meters to meet the needs of large spaces such as gymnasiums and churches.
- Width: Maximum of 3.5 meters (special transportation permits required for oversized widths).
- Length: Flexibly adjustable from 4 meters to 10 meters, such as non-standard specifications like 3m × 6m and 4m × 8m.
IV. Size Selection Recommendations
- 20-foot Container: Lower price, suitable for small office or rest scenarios with limited budgets.
- 40-foot Container: Higher residential comfort but higher cost.
- Custom Sizes: It is necessary to comprehensively consider transportation restrictions (such as approval required for oversized/overlength items) and actual usage. It is recommended to confirm production capacity with the manufacturer in advance.
The above size data is based on international standards, domestic practices, and manufacturer customization cases. The specific choice should be made in combination with the usage scenario and transportation conditions.




