40ft Expandable Container House Overview
The 40ft expandable container house is our flagship model — delivering a fully featured family home that ships as a single container unit. With up to 74m² of living space on two wings, it rivals a standard apartment or small house in comfort while maintaining the cost and speed advantages of modular construction.
📐 Quick Specs
- Folded size: 12.0m (L) × 2.4m (W) × 2.5m (H)
- Expanded size (double-wing): Up to 12.0m × 6.4m — ~74m² interior
- Structure: Heavy-duty galvanized steel frame, Q345 grade steel
- Insulation: 75mm PU sandwich panels (upgradable to 100mm PU)
- Doors: Steel security door + sliding glass door(s) + internal doors
- Windows: Double-glazed aluminum frame with screens
- Electrical: Full wiring, LED lighting, multiple outlets, distribution board, RCD
- Plumbing: 2 bathrooms + kitchen + laundry connections
- Floor loading: 2.0 kN/m²
- Wind load: 0.85 kN/m²
- Weight: ~8 tonnes (folded)
FOB → Landed Cost Breakdown
| Cost Component | 40ft Double-Wing Premium |
| FOB Price (China port) | $22,000 |
| Ocean Freight (varies by destination) | $1,500–$5,000 |
| Import Duty (3–15%) | $660–$3,300 |
| Foundation (concrete slab) | $4,000–$6,500 |
| Installation & Commissioning | $2,500–$4,000 |
| Typical Landed Cost | $31,000–$41,000 |
Best Uses
- Family residence — full 3-bedroom family home
- Luxury vacation home — resort-quality coastal or mountain retreat
- Rental / Airbnb property — high-yield holiday accommodation
- Staff accommodation — premium housing for managers or supervisors
- Multi-unit developments — combine multiple 40ft units for larger projects
Standard Layout
- 3 bedrooms (master with en-suite + walk-in wardrobe)
- 2 bathrooms (master en-suite + main bathroom with shower/bath)
- Open-plan kitchen with island, hob, oven, rangehood, ample cabinetry
- Spacious living/dining room
- Separate laundry room with washer/dryer connections
- Optional: study nook, pantry, outdoor deck/veranda
Customization Options
- Full custom layout design (you can reconfigure all rooms)
- Premium finishes: Stone benchtops, timber flooring, feature walls, designer lighting
- Multi-story: Stack 2x 40ft units for a two-story home
- Off-grid package: Solar (up to 5kW), battery storage (10kWh+), water tanks
- Climate specific: Arctic package, tropical package, cyclone-rated to AS/NZS 1170.2
- Smart home: Automated lighting, security, climate control
Shipping & Delivery
One 40ft unit fits per container. For multi-unit orders, we can arrange consolidated shipping. Typical sea freight times:
- Australia: 15–20 days
- US West Coast: 25–30 days
- Middle East: 20–25 days
- Southeast Asia: 10–15 days
- Europe: 35–45 days
- South America: 35–50 days
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 40ft expandable house large enough for a family of 5?
Yes. The standard 3-bedroom layout comfortably accommodates a family of 5. The open-plan living area provides ample communal space, and each bedroom includes built-in storage.
What cranes are needed for installation?
A 20-ton crane or flatbed truck with crane attachment is sufficient for a 40ft unit (8 tonnes folded). Most installation companies have suitable equipment.
Can I stack two 40ft units?
Yes. We can engineer a two-story solution with integrated staircase, structural connections, and proper load distribution. This creates a ~150m² home.
What certificates do you provide?
CE certificate, structural calculations, material certificates, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate of origin. Additional certifications available on request.
📧 Email: jack@huayinghouse.com
📱 WhatsApp: +86 153-0318-4505
🏭 Factory: Fucheng, Hebei, China
Contact us for a detailed 40ft quotation with landed cost calculation for your specific destination.