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Used Cargo Worthy 20ft open top container — removable bows, weatherproof tarpaulin, removable door header, forged steel lashing rings. Australia-wide delivery.

£2,600.00

Description

Condition: Cargo Worthy (Used) — Certified for active international shipping.

20ft Open Top Container Dimensions

Measurement Imperial Metric
Exterior Length 20′ 6,058 mm
Exterior Width 8′ 2,438 mm
Exterior Height 8’6″ 2,591 mm
Interior Length 19’4″ 5,898 mm
Interior Width 7’8″ 2,352 mm
Interior Height (to bow) 7’10” 2,350 mm
Door Opening Width 7’8″ 2,340 mm
Door Opening Height 7’5″ 2,280 mm
Floor Area 160 sq ft 14.86 m²
Internal Volume ~1,360 cu ft ~33.2 m³

Weight Specifications

Measurement Weight
Tare Weight (Empty) 2,350 kg
Payload Capacity 28,130 kg
Maximum Gross Weight 30,480 kg

Open Top Container Specifications

Condition: Cargo Worthy (Used) — Certified for active international shipping.

Feature Detail
Roof Removable steel bows — open top configuration
Tarpaulin Weatherproof tarpaulin — rope secured over bows
Door Header Removable / swing-clear — unobstructed end access
Lashing Rings Forged steel — floor and wall mounted
Construction Corrugated Corten steel — rust and corrosion resistant
Flooring 28mm hardwood timber — steel cross-member base
Doors Full-width double swing rear cargo doors
Locking Mechanism Heavy-duty steel locking bars and handles
Corner Castings ISO standard forged steel — crane and twistlock compatible
Condition Cargo Worthy — certified for active international shipping
ISO Standard ISO 668 Series 1

Open Top vs Standard Container — Key Difference

Feature Standard Closed Container Open Top Container
Roof Fixed corrugated steel Removable bows + tarpaulin
Overhead Access None Full crane access from above
End Access Height Fixed door header Removable door header — over height cargo
Over Height Cargo Not possible Cargo can protrude above container height
Crane Loading End only Top and end
Cargo Securing Floor lashing rings Floor and wall lashing rings

Note: If cargo exceeds the container height significantly, a flat rack container — which has no roof at all — may be the more appropriate option. Contact us to discuss your cargo dimensions before ordering.

Key Features

  • Cargo Worthy certified — ready for active international shipping
  • Removable steel bows — full overhead crane access for top loading
  • Weatherproof tarpaulin included — rope-secured over bows for transit protection
  • Removable door header — creates unobstructed end access for over-height cargo
  • Forged steel lashing rings — floor and wall mounted for cargo restraint
  • Corrugated Corten steel construction — rust and corrosion resistant
  • 28mm hardwood timber floor — rated for forklift entry and heavy loads
  • ISO standard corner castings — crane, forklift, and twistlock compatible
  • Available Australia-wide delivery

Applications

Heavy Machinery and Plant Transport

Excavators, generators, compressors, and industrial plant that exceed standard door height load cleanly from above via crane. Furthermore, the removable door header allows end-loading of tall machinery without height restrictions at the rear door opening.

Structural Steel and Long Material Freight

Steel beams, pipes, and fabricated structural components load from above without the manoeuvring constraints of end-only door access. Moreover, forged steel lashing rings on the floor and walls secure long structural loads safely during transport.

Mining Equipment Export

Mining components, spare parts, and equipment that cannot be disassembled to fit standard container dimensions ship in open top containers. As a result, exporters avoid flat rack surcharges for cargo that fits within container width and length but exceeds standard door height.

Bulk Material Loading

Bulk materials — stone, gravel, scrap metal, and agricultural produce — load directly from above via grab crane or conveyor. Therefore, open top containers reduce loading time significantly compared to end-door-only configurations for bulk commodity freight.

Over-Height Cargo Storage

The removable bows allow cargo taller than the container’s internal height to sit inside the container base with the top section protruding above. Additionally, the tarpaulin can be partially secured around the protruding cargo for weather protection during storage and short-haul transport.

Related Products

Browse our full range of 20ft shipping containers to compare grades and configurations. Additionally, explore our modified container range for additional open top and specialised freight options.

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