Buy Used 20-Foot Containers

Here you will find used 20-foot containers from our rental fleet, which are technically inspected and available at short notice. The containers are available in various configurations, e.g. as office containers, WC containers or sanitary containers.

Used containers from ELA: office, storage and sanitary containers

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The 20-Foot Format at a Glance

The 20-foot format is the most common size in mobile room container construction: around 14.7 m² of floor space, enough for an office, a sanitary room or a secure material store. Since the modules have already been in use, you pay significantly less than for new units, while enjoying full functionality.

You can get the format in standard width and as an extra-wide ELA premium variant with a width of 3 metres, offering noticeably more usable space. The dimensions stated are outer dimensions:

Variant	Outer Dimensions (L × W × H)	Usable Area (approx.)
20-foot standard	6,055 mm × 2,435 mm × 2,890 mm	approx. 14.7 m²
20-foot premium width	6,055 mm × 3,000 mm × 2,890 mm	approx. 18 m²

Note on availability: As these are used containers, the stock of individual configurations, such as office, sanitary or storage variants in the 20-foot format, varies daily. Contact us for current stock levels.

Room Container, Not a Shipping Container

Our used 20-foot containers are ELA room containers from our own fleet, fitted out as office, sanitary or storage space depending on the type, not ISO shipping containers for freight transport. If you need an office, sanitary or storage space ready for immediate use, you've come to the right place.

Prices of Used 20-Foot Containers

The price of a used 20-foot container depends mainly on the type: a storage container without fittings costs less than an office container with insulation, electrics and windows, or a sanitary container with WCs and water connections. In addition, the year of manufacture, duration of use in the rental fleet and specific equipment also play a role. As our stock changes continuously, the following ranges are guide values; the specific individual offer is always binding.

Space Solution	Description	Net Price
Office container	Functional office space with electrics and lighting.	€1,900 to €3,800
Sanitary container	Mobile sanitary room with WCs and showers.	€2,900 to €5,000
WC container	Container with WC facility, single or as a multiple unit.	€2,900 to €5,000
Shower container	Container with shower cubicles for construction sites and operations.	€4,500 to €5,000
Black-and-white container	Hygiene airlock with black-and-white separation and shower area.	€4,200 to €4,500
Storage container	Robust steel container, optionally with shelving and electrics.	€1,650 to €2,100

For guidance: used 20-foot storage containers start at around €1,650, office containers at around €1,900, and equipped sanitary and shower solutions range between €2,900 and €5,000.

Note on prices: All prices are exclusive of VAT and plus delivery costs, subject to change and only while stocks last.

Transparent Delivery Costs

At ELA, transparency also applies to pricing. Since self-collection is often logistically complex, we recommend our specialised delivery service. So you can calculate with confidence, the following transport costs apply for delivery within Germany:

Within a radius of 100 kilometres (from the container location), we charge: €349 plus VAT.

For greater distances, please refer to the following table:

From (in km)	To (in km)	Price (net)
101	150	€529
151	200	€709
201	250	€875
251	300	€1,049
301	400	€1,399
401	500	€1,679
501	600	€1,919
601	700	€2,159

In addition to the delivery costs, a flat crane fee of €69 plus VAT per container is charged. We would be happy to provide you with a specific quote.

Inspected Safety and Services

Every container is inspected before delivery. Feel free to ask us about this during a non-binding consultation.

Professional inspection: The standard electrical and plumbing inspection ensures that the containers are ready for immediate use.
Customer proximity & consultation: Our specialist advisors provide personal support in planning and selecting the right used containers.
Fast delivery & crane unloading: We deliver at short notice, handle the crane unloading and place the modules directly at the desired location.
Refurbishment: Your container is inspected and handed over after basic cleaning.

Our Selection of Used Containers

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FAQ

What does a used 20-foot container cost?

That depends on the type. Used 20-foot storage containers start at around €1,650, office containers at around €2,100, while sanitary, WC and shower solutions range between €2,900 and €5,000 depending on equipment. All prices are net and plus delivery.

What are the dimensions of a 20-foot container?

In the standard width, it measures 6,055 mm × 2,435 mm × 2,890 mm (outer dimensions) and offers around 14.7 m² of usable space. The extra-wide ELA premium variant measures 6,055 mm × 3,000 mm × 2,890 mm and comes in at approximately 18 m².

Is a used 20-foot container the same as a shipping container?

No. Our 20-foot containers are ELA room containers, fitted out as office, sanitary or storage space depending on the type, not ISO shipping containers for freight transport.

How much does delivery cost?

Within a radius of 100 kilometres from the container location, we charge €349 net. For greater distances, the scale in the table above applies. In addition, a flat crane fee of €69 net per container is charged.

What can I use a used 20-foot container for?

Depending on the fit-out, as an office container, as a storage container for tools and materials, or as a sanitary container with WCs and washbasins.

Are the used containers inspected?

Yes. Before delivery, every container undergoes an electrical and plumbing inspection, insofar as the relevant systems are installed, and is handed over after basic cleaning.