Zhuhai Container House Dimensions
Common dimensions of container houses in Zhuhai include 3m×3m, 3m×6m, and 3m×7m, in addition to customized dimensions and those derived from international shipping containers.

I. Standard Dimensions
- 3m×3m: With an area of 9 square meters, this size is suitable for scenarios with limited space requirements, such as temporary tool sheds or small storage rooms. Due to its small size, which may lead to material waste, it is usually customized according to specific customer needs.
- 3m×6m: Covering an area of 18 square meters, this is the most common standard size for construction sites and road construction projects in Zhuhai and across China. Its internal clear height is approximately 2.6 meters, allowing for the accommodation of a double bed, a simple desk, and a standing wardrobe, balancing functionality and cost-effectiveness. This size is easy to hoist and compliant with transportation regulations, earning it the nickname 'universal basic model'.
- 3m×7m: With an area of 21 square meters, this size is often used for two-story container mobile homes, equipped with corridors and balconies, making it suitable as a temporary office or residential complex.
II. Customized Dimensions
Some manufacturers in Zhuhai offer personalized customization services, with dimensions ranging from 3m×3m to 14m×3.5m×3.2m (length×width×height), designed according to specific customer requirements. For example, Zhuhai Guangyingli New Material Technology Co., Ltd. can produce 3m×7m mobile homes and supports complex structures such as steel frame construction and integrated housing with finished components.
III. Dimensions Derived from International Shipping Containers
Based on international shipping standards, some container houses adopt the following dimensions:
- 20-foot container: Internal dimensions of 5898mm×2352mm×2390mm, with a living area of approximately 14.2 square meters, suitable for single individuals or couples.
- 40-foot container: Internal dimensions of 12024mm×2352mm×2390mm, with a living area of 28.5 square meters, meeting the needs of small families.
- 45-foot high cube container: With an internal volume of 13.58m×2.34m×2.68m and a gross cargo weight of 29 tons, it is suitable for scenarios with higher space requirements.
IV. Dimensions for Special Scenarios
- Packing-box container house: With internal dimensions of 5880mm×2840mm×2500mm, it features a galvanized steel structure and double-layer color steel plates with rock wool insulation, suitable for medical and epidemic prevention, temporary offices, and other scenarios.
- Duplex container house: For example, a 40-foot model with dimensions of 11.8m×2.25m×2.8m, it expands usable space through a two-story design, withstanding high temperatures up to 50 degrees Celsius and low temperatures down to minus 50 degrees Celsius, and is resistant to wind up to level 9 and earthquakes up to level 8.




