20ft High Cube Open Top Container

The 20ft high cube open top shipping container is a specialized dry freight unit designed for oversized and irregular cargo that cannot be loaded through standard container doors. This container features a removable tarpaulin roof supported by steel bows, enabling crane or forklift loading from above .

Key Features

• Removable tarpaulin roof supported by steel bows, enabling top loading for overheight and oversized cargo 

• High cube configuration with 9 ft 6 in exterior height, providing approximately 8 ft 8 in of interior clearance 

• Swiveling door header allows loading above the door line without obstruction 

• Cor-ten steel construction providing structural integrity, durability, and weather resistance 

• Lashing rings installed in upper and lower side rails and corner posts for cargo securement 

• Double cargo doors at one end with steel locking bars and hasps

• Forklift pockets for ease of handling and positioning

• ISO and CSC certification for intermodal transport compliance 

Detailed Description

The 20ft high cube open top container is constructed from Cor-ten steel, a weathering steel grade that develops a stable protective oxide layer when exposed to atmospheric conditions. This material provides structural integrity and resistance to corrosion without requiring frequent repainting.

The open top design features removable steel roof bows that support a heavy-duty PVC tarpaulin cover . The tarp is secured with ropes or cables for weather protection during transit. When the roof is removed, the container provides unobstructed overhead access for top loading operations with cranes, forklifts, or other lifting equipment .

The high cube configuration provides additional interior height compared to standard open top containers, increasing capacity for voluminous or tall cargo. The swiveling door header allows the top door frame to be swung out, creating an unobstructed opening for loading from above without interference . This design is particularly suited for tall cargo, heavy machinery, construction materials, and large industrial components .

The container includes lashing rings in the upper and lower side rails and corner posts for cargo securement, with each ring rated for loads up to 1,000 kg . Interior floor space is approximately 149 square feet with a cubic capacity of 36.8-37.4 cubic meters .

Technical Specifications

• External Length: 20 ft (6.06 m) 

• External Width: 8 ft (2.44 m) 

• External Height: 9 ft 6 in (2.90 m) 

• Internal Length: 19 ft 4 in (5.89 m) approx. 

• Internal Width: 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) approx. 

• Internal Height: 8 ft 6 in to 8 ft 8 in (2.60 – 2.65 m) approx. 

• Door Opening Width: 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) approx.

• Door Opening Height: 8 ft 2 in (2.49 m) approx.

• Approx. Cubic Capacity: 1,302 – 1,320 ft³ (36.8 – 37.4 m³) 

• Approx. Tare Weight: 5,071 lbs (2,300 kg) 

• Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg) 

• Floor Type: 28mm Marine-grade plywood

• Frame Material: Cor-ten steel

• Tarpaulin: Heavy-duty PVC, removable

• Certification: ISO, CSC 

Intended Use

This container is suited for the following applications:

• Transport and storage of oversized or irregular cargo that cannot pass through standard doors

• Heavy machinery, construction equipment, and large industrial components

• Timber, steel pipes, and other long materials

• Bulk goods requiring crane loading

• Scrap metal and recycling materials

• Agricultural and horticultural products including large plants and delicate artwork 

The open top configuration is particularly suited for cargo requiring overhead loading, as the removable tarpaulin allows goods to be lowered into the container from above without restriction .

Package Includes

• 20ft high cube open top shipping container

• Removable steel roof bows

• Heavy-duty weatherproof PVC tarpaulin

• Marine-grade plywood floor

• Double cargo doors with steel locking bars

• ISO corner castings (8 total)

• Forklift pockets (4 positions)

• Lashing rings (upper and lower side rails and corner posts)

• CSC certification plate