How Wide Are Mobile House Containers

The common widths of mobile house containers are 2.438 meters and 3 meters, and other widths can also be customized according to needs. Details are as follows:

I. Standard Container Widths

1. International Standard Containers: Both 20-foot standard containers (20GP) and 40-foot standard containers (40GP) have an external width of 2.438 meters, with internal widths of 2.33 meters (20GP) or 2.252 meters (40GP). These containers are widely used in scenarios such as single-person offices, dormitories, and shops.
2. Domestic General Standards: Some container house products adopt dimensions of 6 meters in length, 3 meters in width, and 2.9 meters in height, suitable for construction site offices and temporary residences.

II. Non-Standard Custom Widths

1. Foldable Container Mobile Homes: The width can be customized according to actual needs, with common non-standard widths including 2.5 meters, 2.55 meters, 3 meters, 4 meters, etc. For example, Qinghai Guangzan Light Steel Housing Engineering Co., Ltd. can adjust the dimensions according to customer site conditions to accommodate narrow spaces or special purposes.
2. Other Custom Specifications: Combination modules such as 3m×6m, 3m×8m, and 3m×12m offer flexible width adjustments to meet different scenario requirements. For example, a container that is 3 meters wide and 6 meters long has an internal net height of approximately 2.6 meters and an expanded area of about 18 square meters. It can accommodate a double bed, desk, and wardrobe, making it suitable for construction site dormitories or offices.

III. Special-Purpose Container Widths

1. Shipping Containers: Some shipping containers have a width of 2.13 meters for specific transportation needs.
2. Packing-Box Container Houses: The internal width can reach 2.84 meters, utilizing galvanized color steel plates and glass wool sandwich panels, suitable for scenarios requiring higher space utilization.

IV. Selection Recommendations

1. Standard Sizes: Prioritize choosing 20-foot or 40-foot standard containers for ease of transportation and installation, with lower costs.
2. Custom Sizes: Select non-standard widths based on site constraints, functional requirements (such as partition and window/door positions), and budget to ensure space utilization and comfort.