A 20ft Open Top Shipping Container is a strong and versatile storage and transport solution designed for goods that are too tall, bulky, or difficult to load through standard container doors. Its removable roof design provides convenient top access, making it ideal for loading and transporting heavy machinery, construction materials, scrap metal, timber, industrial equipment, and other oversized goods. Manufactured from durable Corten steel, the container is designed to provide strength and reliable protection in demanding environments. The open-top configuration allows materials to be loaded from above using cranes, lifting equipment, or other suitable machinery, while the rear cargo doors provide convenient access from the side of the container. The container can be fitted with a removable tarpaulin cover or other suitable covering when required, helping protect the contents from weather and outdoor conditions while still allowing easy access from above. Container Dimensions External Size: 20 ft × 8 ft × 8 ft 6 in (6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 m) Internal Size: Approximately 5.90 × 2.35 × 2.35 m Internal Volume: Approximately 32–33 m³ Door Opening: Approximately 2.34 × 2.28 m Tare Weight: Approximately 2,300–2,600 kg Maximum Gross Weight: Up to approximately 30,480 kg Payload: Up to approximately 27,500–28,000 kg Ideal Applications Heavy machinery and equipment Construction materials Scrap metal and waste materials Timber and pipes Mining equipment and materials Agricultural equipment Industrial components Oversized or tall cargo Stone, aggregates, and other bulk materials Manufacturing and industrial storage Construction sites General cargo requiring top loading Key Features Standard 20ft container footprint Strong Corten steel construction Open-top design for easy overhead loading Removable roof/tarpaulin cover Rear cargo doors for convenient access Weather-resistant and durable construction Suitable for heavy and bulky cargo Designed for crane and lifting equipment access Easy to transport and relocate Suitable for commercial, agricultural, construction, mining, and industrial applications Easy Loading for Oversized Cargo The 20ft Open Top Container is particularly useful where standard container access is not sufficient. Its open roof allows cranes and other lifting equipment to load large, heavy, or awkwardly shaped items directly from above, providing greater flexibility for businesses and industries handling oversized cargo.
All containers are inspected before dispatch or collection to ensure they meet the agreed specifications and are in satisfactory condition.
Returns & Refunds: Returns are considered only where a container has a significant defect or materially differs from the agreed specifications. Any issue must be reported within 30 days of delivery, preferably with photographs. Approved refunds are generally issued to the original payment method after inspection.
Custom-built, modified, or specially configured containers are generally non-returnable and non-refundable, unless the issue is caused by a manufacturing or workmanship defect.
Shipping & Delivery: Delivery costs depend on the container, destination, access, and equipment required. Customers are responsible for ensuring the delivery site is safe and accessible for the required truck or lifting equipment. Additional charges may apply where delivery is delayed or cannot be completed due to unsuitable access or site conditions.
Return shipping costs may apply unless the return is due to a confirmed defect, supplier error, or failure to meet the agreed specifications.