Expanded Size

11800*6160*2480mm

Shrink Size

11800*2200*2480mm

Area

74.34㎡

Weight

6000kg

What is a 40ft expandable container house?

This UVO 40ft prefabricated expandable container home complies with Australian standards and features a minimalist exterior design with white embossed panels. The interior layout comprises 2 bedrooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom, and 1 kitchen, comfortably accommodating 4 to 6 people. This product is widely utilized for residential purposes, granny flats, offices, construction sites, and various other settings.

KEY FEATURES:

  • Pre-installed with plumbing, drainage, and electrical systems.
  • Installation can be completed in just a few hours.
  • Offers over 30 free layout and configuration options.
  • Complies with multiple international certification standards.

40ft Expandable House Structure

Main Steel Structure System

  • 150×210 Frame Columns
  • 150×210 Hanging Heads
  • Column of Side Gable / P-tube Frame of Fan Wall

Main Roof Beam

  • Main Roof Beam / Secondary Beam of Main Roof
  • Main Beam of Side Bottom / Secondary Beam of Side Bottom

Wall & Insulation System

  • 75mm EPS Sandwich Color Steel Panel

Door & Window System

  • Broken Bridge Aluminum Sliding Window

Floor & Interior System

  • 18mm Cement Fiber Board
  • 18mm Wood Glue Board
  • 2.0mm Plastic Floor

 

House Structure

40ft Expandable Container House

Customizable appearance to suit multiple scenarios

The UVO 40ft expandable Unit begins with highly flexible exterior customization capabilities, supporting various roof configurations (such as flat or pitched roofs), external balcony systems, and integrated trailer chassis solutions. This allows for personalized adaptation to suit diverse countries and application scenarios—whether for vacation camps, commercial spaces, or mobile offices.

40ft Expandable Container House

Factory Pre-fabrication: Ensuring Quality and Efficiency

From a manufacturing perspective, this product utilizes a factory-based pre-fabrication model. All core structural components, wall systems, and embedded plumbing and electrical conduits are fully completed prior to leaving the factory, thereby significantly reducing the complexity of on-site construction as well as associated time costs. Standardized production processes ensure that every unit achieves a consistent and controllable level of quality regarding structural integrity, corrosion resistance, and thermal insulation; simultaneously, this approach facilitates more efficient and reliable batch deliveries and global shipping.

40ft Expandable Container House

Scientific spatial layout unlocks more possibilities

In terms of interior layout, the 40ft prefabricated home expands to effectively double its usable space, which is thoughtfully partitioned into a bedroom, living room, kitchen, and a bathroom area featuring a wet-and-dry separation design. Soft furnishings and amenities can be further customized to suit specific needs, enabling a versatile transformation ranging from basic residential living to a high-end vacation retreat experience.

40ft Expandable Container House Layout Options

UVO tailored for users who need more space, taking into account practicality and living comfort. The series offers a variety of layout options, including two bedrooms and one living room, three bedrooms and one living room, and four bedrooms and one living room, which can flexibly meet the needs of different families or project scenarios. 

Expandable Container House 40ft

2 bedrooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom

Expandable Container House 40ft

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 living room, 1 kitchen

Expandable Container House 40ft

2 bedrooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom, 1 office, TV room

Expandable Container House 40ft

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 kitchen

Expandable Container House 40ft

2 bedrooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom, 1 office

Solutions

Break free from the shackles of high rent and bring your spontaneous business inspirations to life! These houses are not only habitable, but also offer a flexible and efficient new option for modular space in commercial offices through rapid construction and free expansion.

40ft Expandable Container House Specifications

Main Frame Material

  • Q235 galvanized steel structural frame (electrostatic spraying treatment)
  • 75mm EPS sandwich wall panels offer excellent thermal insulation
  • Custom wall panel thicknesses of 50/75/100mm are available.
  • Optional exterior wall cladding with metal decorative panels
  • Upgradeable to PU polyurethane sandwich panels or PIR flame-retardant sandwich panels.

Electricity

  • Equipped with a residual current device (RCD)
  • LED ceiling light system
  • Power outlet/switch panel
  • SAA / CE / UL / ETL Certificate

Plumbing System

  • All water systems are pre-installed at the factory
  • Cold water inlet/hot water inlet is provided
  • Grey water outlet/black water outlet is included
  • Pipe material is PVC
  • Water pipe insulation can be added upon request

Floor

  • 18mm plywood (fire-retardant, termite-proof)
  • 18mm cement board (sturdy and non-deformable)
  • 2mm PVC wear-resistant flooring
  • Aluminum alloy edging
  • Upgradeable to SPC waterproof flooring
  • Multiple customizable flooring colors available

Door and Window

  • Insulated steel security entrance door
  • Soundproof aluminum alloy double-glazed sliding door
  • Glass bathroom door
  • Dustproof aluminum alloy double-glazed window

Kitchen

  • L-shaped kitchen cabinets
  • Stainless steel sink + faucet
  • Artificial stone countertop (silica-free)
  • Upgradeable wall cabinet system for increased storage space

Bathroom

  • Separate Washbasin with mirror
  • Corner shower area + rain shower system
  • Faux marble wall paneling
  • Upgradeable to separate wet and dry areas or panoramic shower enclosure

Installation

  • Instructional video provided for house unfolding and installation
  • Foundation floor plan provided
  • Engineer technical support available during installation
  • Only requires connection to the local water, electricity, and sewage systems.

Optional Components

  • Sloping Roof System
  • Outdoor Terrace Platform
  • Glass Front or Side Walls
  • Custom Trailer Chassis

Why choose the 40ft model instead of a smaller unit?

Our 20ft and 30ft models are perfectly suited for use as backyard offices or guest rooms, while the 40ft model is designed specifically for permanent residence. Unlike cramped 20ft studio units, the 40ft footprint allows for a private layout featuring 3 bedrooms, a living room, and a bathroom—making it an ideal choice for a family of 4 to 5.

Residential-Grade Living Experience (800 sq. ft.): Nearly double the size of a 20ft unit, this space features a fully equipped kitchen and a separate dining area, offering you a true "home away from home" experience. Compared to smaller modular units, the price per square foot is significantly lower—without compromising on luxury.

Transportation & Installation

Installation Guide

Loading and Transport

Projects

40ft expandable container house in Lithuania, Europe
UVO has delivered a 40ft expandable container house (featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 living room, 1 kitchen, and 1 bathroom) to a client in Lithuania for rent...
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40ft Expandable Container House with 3 Rooms Delivered to USA
UVO custom-designed a 40ft expandable home for a resident in California, featuring a 3-bedroom, 1-kitchen, 1-bathroom layout and upgraded 2mm corrugat...
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40ft Expandable House in North of Auckland, New Zealand
In northern Auckland, New Zealand, a client chose a UVO 40ft expandable trailer home to create a comfortable 2-bedroom, 1-living room, 1-kitchen, and ...
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China Prefabricated Container House Manufacturer

As an innovative brand dedicated to the field of prefabricated architecture, UVO specializes in the R&D and manufacturing of prefabricated container homes and pod houses. Our product portfolio encompasses expandable container houses, modular retail units, apple cabins, and custom commercial spaces, finding widespread application in residential, vacation, office, and commercial settings. We comply with regulatory requirements across multiple regions and countries, having obtained the following certifications; we meet AU/NZ (SAA/WaterMark) and US/Canada (UL/CE) standards.

Leveraging a mature modular design framework, UVO offers clients comprehensive, one-stop solutions—spanning everything from conceptual design and factory prefabrication to on-site installation. We provide flexible customization options for spatial layouts and functional configurations, empowering clients to efficiently realize architectural projects that are both aesthetically pleasing and highly practical, thereby ensuring rapid project delivery and the maximization of commercial value.

Frequently Asked Questions

The minimum order quantity is one unit. We support customization for single units, and tiered discounts are available for bulk purchases.

We have established airtightness, weather resistance, and structural stability as our core priorities. The installation of flashing at critical joints significantly enhances sealing effectiveness; furthermore, we provide pitched roof structures and gutter systems designed to efficiently channel away accumulated water, thereby minimizing the risk of leakage.

With an A-class fire rating, it provides reliable fire protection for a wide range of residential settings.

Yes. We use high-density polyurethane (PU) insulation and weather-resistant coatings, making our homes energy-efficient and suitable for diverse climates, from Australia to Northern Europe 

UVO standard production typically takes approximately 30-35 days, with shipping times varying depending on the country and region. Delivery times are negotiable. This lead time covers the entire process, from order confirmation to design, structural engineering, manufacturing, assembly, quality inspection, and shipping.

Common types of foundations include: reinforced concrete slabs, concrete bedding layers, and compacted ground foundations.

It boasts a service life of up to 30 years. This durability is closely linked to its optimized material selection and structural engineering design.

It possesses exceptional wind and seismic resistance capabilities. Its wind resistance rating reaches Level 11, and its seismic resistance rating reaches Level 8.

Our container houses have obtained ISO 9001 and CE certifications, and have passed Australian, American, and European standards.

Our 40ft model is optimized for a 2-3bedroom layout, including a spacious living area, a full kitchen, and a bathroom. It provides over 800 sqft of livable space.

UVO provides a two-year structural warranty for all homes, as well as warranty coverage for fixtures, fittings, and surface finishes.

A team of 3–4 people can fully expand and set up the 40ft unit in 1–2 days. The unit arrives 90% finished, requiring only basic site preparation.

Shipping costs will vary based on the distance between your delivery address and our factory warehouse, as well as the complexity of the delivery.

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OUR 4 STEP PROCESS

01 Request Quote

Select your desired unit with any additional features & delivery. Receive your final quote so you can arrange finances.

02 Confirm Quote

Carry out your due diligence, confirm you are satisfied & ready to proceed. We will then jump on a quick call to confirm.

03 Start Build

Once we have received payment we will begin your build. Depending on our capacity this may take up to 3 months.

04 We Deliver

Depending on your delivery method, we will either deliver your Expander to you or you can pick it up from our Christchurch yard.

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