20FT X 8FT USED SHIPPING CONTAINER – OPEN-TOP

PRODUCT DETAILS
open top shipping container
This 20ft x 8ft used open top container is available for sale and delivery UK-wide. open top shipping container .

Open top containers do not have the conventional steel corrugated container roof. Instead they have removable bows and a weatherproof tarpaulin which can be secured with ropes. This significantly simplifies the loading and unloading process which is usually done by crane from above. The door header (above the door) can also be swung round / removed to allow easy access for the cargo.

Open top containers are ideal for the movement of machinery. The container must be shipped with the bows and tarpaulin which also provide some strength. If the machinery is over height then usually you will need to use a flat rack container which has no roof at all. Lashing rings are provided for securing the load during transport.

FEATURES
Removable roof
Lashing rings enable cargo to be secured
BENEFITS
Removable roof allows for craneage of large or heavy items from above
A larger 40ft open top container is also available for sale.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
EXTERNAL LENGTH (M) 6.06
EXTERNAL WIDTH (M) 2.44
EXTERNAL HEIGHT (M) 2.59
INTERNAL LENGTH (M) 5.90
INTERNAL WIDTH (M) 2.35
DOOR WIDTH (M) 2.34
DOOR HEIGHT (M) 2.28
WEIGHT (KG) 2300
FLOOR TYPE 28mm Marine Ply
open top shipping container
An open top shipping container is a specialized type of shipping container designed for cargo that cannot be loaded or unloaded through the standard container doors. These containers have an open top, which is typically covered with a removable tarpaulin or similar cover. Here are some key features and characteristics of open top containers:

Open Top Design: Unlike standard shipping containers with closed roofs, open top containers have a removable roof.
Removable Roof: The roof of an open top container is typically made of a strong, weather-resistant material, such as a tarpaulin or a hardtop with removable sections. This roof can be taken off to expose the container’s interior for loading and unloading, and then it can be securely reattached to protect the cargo during transportation.
Loading Options: Open top containers are ideal for carrying items like machinery, large equipment, construction materials, or goods that are loaded with the help of cranes or other lifting equipment.
Open top containers are often used for transporting goods that are too large or cumbersome for standard containers, and they are commonly employed in industries like construction, mining, and heavy equipment transportation. If you need to use an open top container for your shipping needs, you can contact container suppliers or shipping companies that specialize in providing these specialized containers.