Description

20FT Open Top Shipping Container

Full Overhead Access. Secure. CSC Certified.

The 20FT Open Top Shipping Container is purpose-built for transporting or storing oversized cargo that can’t be loaded through traditional container doors. Its removable tarpaulin roof and detachable front header bar provide complete vertical access, allowing for top-loading with cranes or forklifts.

Available in new or used condition, this container meets CSC compliance standards, making it suitable for both international shipping and domestic industrial use. Whether you’re handling tall machinery, steel components, or difficult-to-stack items, this unit offers robust flexibility while protecting your cargo with a heavy-duty weather cover.

Key Specifications

Structural Features

Removable Roof Design
Canvas tarpaulin secured with roof bows and locking cleats allows for complete overhead clearance — ideal for crane-fed cargo or drop-in bulk materials.

Detachable Header Bar
The top bar above the cargo doors can be removed to allow forklifts and front-loaders to deposit oversized items with minimal clearance obstruction.

CSC Certification
Each unit is CSC plated and meets all ISO standards, making it ready for global intermodal freight handling via road, rail, or sea.

Ventilation & Drainage
Passive airflow through integrated side vents prevents interior condensation, while built-in drainage channels manage water exposure during tarped storage.

Durable Flooring
28mm thick marine-grade plywood flooring rated for forklifts and pallet jacks. Full steel floor upgrade available upon request.

Forklift Pockets
Located on both sides for seamless ground-level handling and repositioning across storage yards or job sites.

Suitable Applications

Construction & Infrastructure
Store and transport steel I-beams, pipes, rebar, scaffolding, and site machinery that exceeds standard container height.

Machinery & Engine Handling
Supports vertical loading of motors, pumps, industrial machines, and pre-assembled mechanical units.

Raw Materials & Fabrication
Used for steel coils, precast concrete forms, timber lengths, and oversized panel components in manufacturing environments.

Confined Site Logistics
Essential where rear or side-loading isn’t viable — such as tight ports, tunnel areas, or wall-adjacent storage lots.

Additional Information

Condition & Inspection
Each container (new or used) undergoes a multi-point quality check verifying structural frame integrity, floor condition, and roof mechanism function. CSC plate validation included.

Paint Options
Standard unit colour is RAL5013 Blue. Custom colours are available upon request; lead times may vary depending on availability.

Variants
This unit is also available in 40FT Open Top and 20FT Hard Top variants. Please enquire for stock and specifications.

Lead Time & Delivery
Dispatch timeframes depend on stock availability and delivery location. Express delivery and crane-unload service available in most regions across Australia.