New vs used shipping container

Are you hesitating between a new sea container, a used A-grade container or a used B-grade container? On this page, you'll see the difference between a new and used container in terms of price, quality, appearance, and application, so you can quickly determine which container best suits your needs. Choose new for presentable placement and long-term use, choose A-grade if you want to purchase more affordably but still want to be able to transport it, and choose B-grade if you primarily need an inexpensive container for storage.

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Quick choice: which container fits best?

First, look at the effort and appearance. Choose a new shipping container if you want the neatest solution for long-term use or visible locations. Choose used A-grade if price is important, but the container still needs to be suitable for transport. Choose used B-grade if you are primarily looking for a functional storage container at a lower price point. This will help you quickly see the difference between new and used containers in terms of quality and cost.

  • New: best choice for representative placement, customization, and minimal signs of wear.
  • Used A: tidy used container for storage and often for transport as well.
  • B: economical choice for storage when appearance is less important.
New sea container – for representative placement, minimal signs of wear and long-term use
Used sea container A-grade – if you want to purchase competitively and are looking for storage with transport options
Used sea container B-grade – if you're primarily looking for an affordable storage container and appearance is less important
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Compare containers by size and quality

40ft High Cube

40ft High Cube

Extra height and increased capacity
40ft container

40ft container

Large volume for storage and transport
20ft High Cube

20ft High Cube

More compact with extra height
20ft container

20ft container

De meest gekozen allround maat
Reference

New

Minimal signs of use and long service life

€3.550,00
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Used A

Still suitable for international transport

€1.795,00
View offer

Used B

Especially suitable for storage

€1.650,00
View offer
Technical deployment
Suitable for international transport
Yes
Yes, minimum 12 months
No
Suitable for storage
Yes
Yes
Yes
Expected cosmetic condition
Barely any signs of wear
Minor signs of wear
Clear cosmetic signs of use
Specifications
Outer Dimensions
12.19 x 2.44 x 2.89 m
12.19 x 2.44 x 2.89 m
12.19 x 2.44 x 2.89 m
Contents
76 m³
76 m³
76 m³
Max. load capacity
26.820 kg
26.820 kg
26.820 kg
Commercial
Best choice for
Representative locations and long-term use
Transport and storage at a more competitive price
Functional storage and budget-conscious applications
Price level
High
Center
Lower

Clarity on condition, storage, and transport

Voor opslag en transport is niet alleen de prijs belangrijk, maar vooral duidelijkheid over de staat. Nieuwe zeecontainers zijn de netste keuze en geschikt voor opslag en internationaal transport. Gebruikte A-kwaliteit containers hebben beperktere gebruikssporen en zijn vaak nog geschikt voor transport zolang de CSC geldig is. Gebruikte B-kwaliteit containers zijn vooral bedoeld voor opslag en prijsbewuste toepassingen.

We koppelen de conditie vooraf duidelijk aan de kwaliteitsklasse, zodat je weet wat je kunt verwachten qua uitstraling en inzetbaarheid. Daarmee wordt ook het prijsverschil tussen nieuw en gebruikt concreter: nieuw zit meestal hoger, gebruikt A in het midden en gebruikt B lager. Gebruikte containers worden gecontroleerd op wind- en waterdichtheid voor opslag, en wie extra zekerheid wil kan tijdens het bestelproces ook inspectiefoto's toevoegen. Bekijk ook onze 20ft containers, 40ft containers en informatie over levering en transport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Short answers to frequently asked questions about new or used sea containers.

What is the difference between a new and a used shipping container?

A new sea container has hardly any signs of wear and tear and is the best choice if appearance, long service life and a representative placement are important. A used sea container is more affordable, but has visible signs of wear such as scratches, dents or localized rust. For storage, used is often the smartest choice; for visible locations, custom work and maximum appearance, new is more often chosen.

When do I choose a new sea container?

Choose a new sea container if you want minimal signs of use, the container is to be placed in a visible location, or if you want maximum certainty about its appearance and remaining lifespan. New is also the logical choice when the container will be used long-term or will serve as the basis for a custom project.

When do I choose used A-grade or B-grade?

Choose used A-grade if you want to buy more economically, but the container still needs to look presentable and be suitable for transport. Choose used B-grade if you are primarily looking for a functional container for storage and appearance is less important. B-grade is usually the most budget-conscious choice.

Are used containers wind and watertight?

Yes. Our used containers are selected for functional deployability for storage and checked for wind and watertightness. Please note that a used container may have cosmetic signs of use, such as dents, rust spots, or paint damage.

Do I need CSC certification?

CSC is required if the container is used for international transport. CSC is not mandatory for storage on site. New containers generally have a longer valid CSC period; used A-grade containers often have a shorter remaining validity. Always check the current CSC status of the specific container before transport.

Which quality is suitable for transport and which mainly for storage?

New containers are suitable for storage and transport. Used A-grade containers are suitable for storage and, as long as the CSC is valid, can often still be used for international transport. Used B-grade containers are primarily intended for storage and are not normally chosen for international transport.

What is the price difference between new, used A, and used B?

Generally, a new sea container is at the highest price level, used A-grade in the middle, and used B-grade lower. The exact difference depends on size, version, stock, and transport. If you want to quickly find out what works best in your situation, request a quote for the desired size and quality.

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Do you already have a preference based on the comparison? Go directly to our offering of new containers or used containers, view 20ft containers and 40ft containers directly, or request a quote for the right size, quality, and delivery to your location.

Current offer by quality or size

Direct compare the current offers for new, used A, used B, 20ft and 40ft.

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20ft High-Cube Shipping Container – RAL 6007 Green – New (CSC)

€2.295,00
excl. VAT
New

Unused container

High-Cube

Extra height

CSC valid

5 years from build date

Expected

20ft Shipping Container (Dry Van) – RAL 3020 Traffic Red – New (CSC)

€1.750,00
excl. VAT
New

Unused container

Dry-Van

Standard height

CSC valid

5 years from build date

20ft Shipping Container (Dry Van) – RAL 9005 Black – New (CSC)

€1.750,00
excl. VAT
New

Unused container

Dry-Van

Standard height

CSC valid

5 years from build date

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4ft storage container 1530kg Load capacity – RAL 7016 Anthracite gray – New

€1.695,00
excl. VAT
New

Unused container

Dry-Van

Standard height

No CSC

Not possible

Expected

20ft Shipping Container (Dry Van) – RAL 5010 Blue – New (CSC)

€1.750,00
excl. VAT
New

Unused container

Dry-Van

Standard height

CSC valid

5 years from build date

20ft Shipping Container (Dry Van) – RAL 6005 Moss Green – New (CSC)

€1.750,00
excl. VAT
New

Unused container

Dry-Van

Standard height

CSC valid

5 years from build date