30FT Expandable Container House | 56sqm Dual Wing Fold-Out with Galvanized Steel Frame and Insulated Panels
The 30FT expandable container house occupies the ideal position in the expandable range — large enough to accommodate a complete one-bedroom residential layout with separate kitchen and bathroom, yet compact enough in its folded state to be transported by standard road vehicles without special permits. Shipped at 9,000 × 2,200 × 2,480mm, it unfolds on site to a full 56 m² footprint through a dual wing bilateral expansion system that two workers can complete in under 90 minutes without cranes or specialist equipment. The galvanized Q345B steel main frame and insulated sandwich panel envelope deliver structural rigidity, weatherproofing, and thermal comfort across a wide range of climates and deployment environments.
The 30FT Advantage — Right-Sized for Most Projects At 56 m² expanded and 4.25 tons, the 30FT model delivers the best balance between usable living space and logistics practicality in this product range. One unit per 40HQ container keeps per-unit shipping costs predictable, while the 56 m² floor plan comfortably fits a one-bedroom home, a four-person site office, or a six-bed dormitory block — covering the majority of workforce camp and residential housing requirements without the weight and cost of the 40FT model.
Key Features
- 56 m² expanded floor area from a single road-legal folded unit
- Dual wing bilateral fold-out — both sides expand simultaneously
- Hot-dip galvanized Q345B steel corner posts and beam frame
- Mechanical locking pins secure expanded wings without tools
- 100mm EPS or 150mm rock wool insulated sandwich panel walls
- TPO waterproof membrane bonded to insulated roof panel
- Aluminum alloy double-glazed sliding windows with mosquito screens
- 50mm insulated steel door, factory pre-hung with multi-point latch
- 18mm moisture-proof plywood base with SPC vinyl plank surface finish
- Pre-routed 220V electrical conduit, distribution board, and LED fixtures
- Plumbing stub network for bathroom and kitchen ready hookup
- Adjustable leveling foot pads for uneven ground up to 120mm grade
Technical Specifications
| Product Type |
30FT Dual Wing Expandable Container House |
| Expanded Exterior Dimensions |
9,000 mm (L) × 6,220 mm (W) × 2,480 mm (H) |
| Internal Dimensions (Expanded) |
8,540 mm (L) × 6,060 mm (W) × 2,240 mm (H) |
| Folded Transport Dimensions |
9,000 mm (L) × 2,200 mm (W) × 2,480 mm (H) |
| Expanded Floor Area |
56 m² |
| Expansion System |
Dual wing bilateral fold-out with mechanical locking pins |
| Main Frame |
Q345B hot-dip galvanized steel, welded primary structure, bolted secondary joints |
| Wall Panel Options |
EPS 100mm / Rock wool 150mm / PU 75mm insulated sandwich panel |
| Roof Panel |
100mm EPS sandwich panel with 1.2mm TPO waterproof membrane overlay |
| Floor System |
18mm moisture-proof plywood + 3mm SPC vinyl plank, 270 kg/m² rated |
| Windows |
Aluminum alloy sliding frame, 5+9A+5mm double glazed, mosquito screen included |
| Entry Door |
50mm insulated steel, multi-point latch, factory pre-hung frame |
| Electrical System |
220V / 50Hz pre-routed PVC conduit, 1× distribution board, 6× sockets, 4× LED fixtures |
| Plumbing System |
PPR hot/cold supply lines + PVC drain stub-outs to bathroom and kitchen positions |
| Wind Load Rating |
Level 10 (≤ 28.4 m/s sustained) |
| Snow Load Capacity |
0.5 kN/m² |
| Net Weight |
4.25 tons |
| Units per 40HQ Container |
1 unit (folded transport state) |
| On-Site Deployment Time |
60–90 minutes (2-person crew, no crane required) |
| Design Service Life |
≥ 20 years under standard use conditions |
| Customization |
Interior layout, panel type, wall color, window quantity, bathroom and kitchen fitout, OEM/ODM |
Applications
- One-bedroom residential placement for rural, agricultural, and peri-urban housing projects
- Four-person project management office with reception and private meeting area
- Six-bed workforce dormitory for construction, mining, and infrastructure camp sites
- Glamping cabin and eco-resort accommodation unit for tourism operators
- Medical screening station and field clinic for remote healthcare programs
- Mobile classroom and training room for education expansion in underserved areas
- Border checkpoint and security post housing for government and military projects
- Emergency transitional shelter for post-disaster and humanitarian relief operations
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose the 30FT model over the 20FT or 40FT?
The 30FT delivers 56 m² — 51% more floor area than the 20FT's 37 m² — while remaining light enough at 4.25 tons for standard road transport without heavy lift permits. Compared to the 40FT, it costs less to ship, is easier to position on tight sites, and still provides enough space for most single-household or small team accommodation needs. It is the most versatile size in the range for projects requiring one complete self-contained unit per site.
Can the 30FT unit be set up without a crane on site?
Yes. The dual wing expansion mechanism uses built-in mechanical locking pins that two workers operate manually. No crane is needed for the unfolding sequence. A forklift or small telehandler is only required to unload the unit from the delivery truck and set it onto the prepared ground or base pads — the expansion itself is entirely manual.
What floor plan options fit within the 56 m² expanded interior?
Common configurations include: a one-bedroom home with living area, kitchen, and bathroom; a four-desk project office with a reception zone and storage room; a six-bed dormitory with a utility and storage area; and a combined two-room office and staff rest room layout. Custom partition drawings can be provided for any specific layout requirement before production.
Which insulation panel is recommended for tropical versus cold climates?
For tropical and hot-arid climates, 100mm EPS panels with a light-color reflective exterior finish reduce solar heat gain effectively at a competitive cost. For cold climates or four-season residential use, 150mm rock wool panels are recommended — they provide superior thermal resistance, Class A1 fire performance, and significantly better acoustic separation between interior zones.
What details are needed to receive a quotation?
Please provide destination port, required quantity, wall panel type (EPS, rock wool, or PU), interior layout preference, electrical voltage and plug standard, and any optional fitout requirements such as bathroom module, kitchen unit, air conditioning brackets, or furniture package. A full FOB quotation will be returned within 24 hours.
Model Size Comparison
| Specification |
700 Mini |
10FT |
20FT |
30FT |
40FT |
| Expanded Dimensions (mm) |
5900×4800×2480 |
2950×6300×2480 |
5900×6300×2480 |
9000×6220×2480 |
11800×6220×2480 |
| Internal Dimensions (mm) |
5460×4640×2240 |
2510×6140×2240 |
5460×6140×2240 |
8540×6060×2240 |
11540×6060×2240 |
| Folded Size (mm) |
5900×700×2480 |
2950×2200×2480 |
5900×2200×2480 |
9000×2200×2480 |
11800×2200×2480 |
| Expanded Floor Area (m²) |
27.5 |
18.5 |
37 |
56 |
73 |
| Net Weight (T) |
2.1 |
1.65 |
3.12 |
4.25 |
5.3 |
| Units per 40HQ |
6 |
4 |
2 |
1 |
1 |