Full-length side doors in addition to standard end doors, for pallet-level access without unloading the whole container.
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| Size | 20ft |
|---|---|
| Condition Grade | Full Side-Access / 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 | $3,800 (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 side-opening 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 20ft Open-Top Shipping Container at $3,300, this unit costs $500 more, reflecting its size, condition grade, or added features.
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 $3,800 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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