20ft New Open Top Container: Unrestricted Top Loading for Oversized Cargo
The 20ft New Open Top Container is designed for cargo that cannot be loaded through standard container doors due to its height, shape, or weight. Instead of a fixed steel roof, this container features a removable tarpaulin cover supported by steel bows that can be rolled back or removed entirely, giving cranes and overhead lifting equipment direct access to the full interior from above. Once loaded, the tarp is secured back into place with ropes or cables to provide weather protection during transit.
This is a one trip unit, manufactured to current ISO standards and used for a single voyage from the factory. It arrives in near pristine condition with factory paint intact, clean interior surfaces, and all hardware operating smoothly. You get the performance and longevity of a brand new container at a practical price point.
How the Open Top Design Works
The container frame is built to the same structural standards as a standard dry container, but the fixed steel roof is replaced with a series of removable steel bows that support a heavy duty tarpaulin cover. When you need to load cargo from above, the bows are swung aside or removed and the tarp is rolled back, leaving the full top of the container open. Cranes lower cargo directly into position, and workers can secure it to the internal lashing rings before the tarp is replaced and fastened. The foldable end walls provide an additional loading option for long items that need to slide in from the end at an angle.
Key Features
- Removable tarpaulin roof: A heavy duty waterproof tarp secured by ropes or cables provides weather protection while allowing full top access when removed. Supported by steel bows that swing open or detach.
- Foldable end walls: The header above the doors can be folded down, allowing oversized items to be loaded at an angle or items taller than the door opening to be slid in from the end.
- Internal lashing rings: Multiple certified tie down points along the interior walls and floor allow cargo to be strapped securely for safe ocean, road, or rail transport.
- Corten steel construction: Walls, floor frame, and structural members are fabricated from weathering steel for natural corrosion resistance and decades of service life.
- ISO and CSC certified: Fully compliant with international shipping standards for safe handling, stacking, and transport worldwide.
- Standard corner castings: Compatible with all common container handling equipment including cranes, reach stackers, and chassis trailers.
Specifications
| Internal Dimensions (L x W x H) | |
|---|---|
| Imperial | 19 ft 4 in x 7 ft 9 in x 7 ft 10 in |
| Metric | 5,898 x 2,352 x 2,390 mm |
| External Dimensions (L x W x H) | |
|---|---|
| Imperial | 19 ft 11 in x 8 ft x 8 ft 6 in |
| Metric | 6,058 x 2,438 x 2,591 mm |
| Door Opening (W x H) | |
|---|---|
| Imperial | 7 ft 8 in x 8 ft 6 in |
| Metric | 2,338 x 2,585 mm |
| Weight and Capacity | |
|---|---|
| Interior Floor Space | 149 sq ft |
| Volume | 1,148 cubic feet |
| Net Weight (Tare) | 5,071 lbs (2,300 kg) |
| Max Gross Weight | 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg) |
Open Top vs Hard Top
An open top container uses a flexible tarpaulin cover, which is lighter, easier to handle, and faster to remove than a solid steel roof panel. This makes it ideal for operations where top access is needed frequently or quickly. A hard top container uses a rigid steel roof that provides greater security and weather protection but requires a crane to remove. Choose open top when speed and frequency of loading are priorities; choose hard top when maximum protection and security matter most.
Construction
- Reinforced top rail: The upper frame is strengthened to compensate for the absence of a rigid roof, maintaining the container structural integrity for stacking and lifting.
- Corrugated steel walls: Side panels feature corrugated profiles for rigidity and impact resistance during handling and transport.
- Marine grade plywood floor: A thick plywood deck over steel cross members provides a stable surface rated for heavy concentrated loads.
- Heavy duty tarpaulin: The roof cover is manufactured from industrial grade waterproof material designed to resist UV degradation, tearing, and prolonged weather exposure.
Ideal Applications
- Construction materials (steel beams, trusses, prefab panels)
- Heavy machinery and industrial equipment
- Marble, granite, and stone products
- Timber and lumber loads exceeding door height
- Wind turbine components and large fabrications
- Vehicles and plant equipment requiring crane loading
- Bulk cargo and irregularly shaped freight
- Project cargo for international shipping
Delivery Options
This container can be delivered with or without crane offloading. If you choose self collection, our team will coordinate pickup and you will need a suitable vehicle and equipment to offload safely at your property.
Flexible top access for cargo that will not fit through standard doors. Request a quote to discuss delivery, custom paint finishes, or additional fittings for your specific requirements.
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