Removable tarpaulin roof for top-loading oversized cargo. Cargo-worthy condition, ideal for machinery, lumber, and bulk materials.
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| Size | 20ft |
|---|---|
| Condition Grade | Open-Top / Cargo Worthy |
| Category | Specialty Containers |
| External Dimensions | 20'0" L x 8'0" W x 8'6" H (6.06 x 2.44 x 2.59 m) |
| Internal Dimensions | 19'4" L x 7'8" W x 7'10" H (5.90 x 2.35 x 2.39 m) |
| Door Opening | 7'8" W x 7'6" H (2.34 x 2.28 m) |
| Tare (Empty) Weight | ~4,900 lbs (2,200 kg) |
| Max Payload | ~47,900 lbs (21,800 kg) |
| Cubic Capacity | ~1,172 cu ft (33 cbm) |
| Wall & Roof Material | Corrugated corten (weathering) steel, approx. 1.6mm thick (14–16 gauge) |
| Door Material | Steel, approx. 2mm thick, with locking cam bars and gasket seals |
| Corner Castings | Cast steel, approx. 12mm — the structural stacking/lifting points |
| Flooring | 28mm marine-grade plywood over steel cross members |
| Roof Static Load Rating | ~660 lbs (300 kg) on standard-height units, ~330 lbs (150 kg) on High Cube units — not rated for foot traffic without reinforcement |
| Price | $3,300 (delivery calculated separately) |
| Availability | In Stock — ships from nearest depot |
Dimensions and weights are standard ISO figures for this container size and can vary slightly by manufacturer and individual unit condition.
This 20ft open-top shipping container is the right call if a 20ft footprint suits buyers with limited site access or moderate storage needs — narrow driveways, urban lots, and jobsites where a longer unit can't be delivered or maneuvered into place.
Specialty containers solve a specific access or climate problem that a standard box can't. Open-top units swap the solid roof for a removable tarpaulin, so oversized cargo can be loaded from above with a crane. Refrigerated (reefer) units carry their own integrated cooling system for temperature-controlled storage or transport. Double-door and side-opening containers add access points beyond the standard single end-door, cutting load/unload time for high-turnover use.
Compared to the 40ft Open-Top Shipping Container at $4,200, this unit costs $900 less — a good fit if your priority is budget over the features that separate the two.
Once your order and payment are confirmed, delivery is scheduled based on your distance from the nearest depot — see our delivery cost guide for typical timelines and pricing by distance.
Yes — this listing is in stock and ships from the nearest depot. Availability and exact delivery timing are confirmed when you place your order.
Delivery is priced separately from the $3,300 unit price, based on distance from the nearest depot and your site's access. See our Delivery & Shipping page for typical ranges.
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