A 20ft Side Opening Door Shipping Container is a versatile, durable, and practical storage solution designed for applications requiring convenient and easy access to stored goods. Unlike standard shipping containers that primarily open from one end, the side-opening design provides a wide access opening along the long side of the container, making it easier to load and unload large, bulky, or frequently accessed items. Manufactured from strong Corten steel, the container is designed to provide reliable protection against weather and demanding outdoor conditions. The large side-opening doors provide excellent accessibility and are particularly useful for warehouses, workshops, retail stockrooms, construction sites, farms, and industrial operations. The container can be used for secure storage of machinery, equipment, tools, building materials, agricultural supplies, commercial stock, furniture, and general goods. Its standard 20ft footprint also makes it relatively easy to transport and position on a wide range of properties. 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 × 2.39 m Internal Volume: Approximately 33 m³ Side Door Opening: Large full-side access opening for convenient loading and unloading End Door: Standard cargo doors for additional access Tare Weight: Approximately 2,500–3,000 kg Maximum Gross Weight: Up to approximately 30,480 kg Payload: Up to approximately 27,000 kg Ideal Applications Machinery and equipment storage Workshop and tool storage Building and construction materials Agricultural and farming equipment Commercial and retail stock Warehouse overflow storage Furniture and household goods Industrial equipment and components Mining supplies and equipment Construction sites General business storage Frequently accessed inventory Key Features Standard 20ft container footprint Large side-opening access Strong Corten steel construction Weather-resistant design Secure lockable doors Additional end-door access Easy loading and unloading of bulky goods Approximately 33 m³ of internal storage Suitable for forklifts and handling equipment Easy to transport and relocate Suitable for long-term outdoor storage Ideal for residential, commercial, agricultural, construction, mining, and industrial applications Wide Side Access for Easier Loading The 20ft Side Opening Door Container is an excellent choice when standard end access is not sufficient. The large side opening allows users to access a greater portion of the container at once, making it easier to organise stock, load bulky equipment, and retrieve items without having to move everything stored inside. It is particularly suitable for businesses, workshops, farms, construction companies, and industrial operations that require secure storage combined with convenient side access.
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.