40ft x 8ft Shipping Container Open Top

The 40ft open top shipping container is a specialized unit designed for cargo that exceeds standard container height or cannot be loaded through end doors. This container features a removable roof system with steel bows and a heavy-duty tarpaulin, providing overhead access for crane and forklift loading operations .

Key Features

• Removable roof system with steel bows and heavy-duty tarpaulin cover

• Corten steel construction for structural integrity and weather resistance

• Swivel door header allowing loading above door line 

• Lashing rings in upper and lower side rails and corner posts 

• Marine-grade plywood flooring over steel cross-members

• Corner castings for lifting and stacking compatibility

• Intermodal suitability for sea, rail, and road transport

Detailed Description

The 40ft open top container is constructed from Corten steel, a weathering steel formulation that provides structural integrity and resistance to corrosion. The container features a roof consisting of removable steel bows and a heavy-duty tarpaulin that covers the open top .

The roof system includes removable steel roof bows that contribute to container stability while allowing unobstructed overhead access when removed. The heavy-duty tarpaulin provides weather protection during transport . A swivel door header above the rear doors allows loading from above without interference, particularly useful for tall cargo .

Open top containers are suitable for cargo requiring overhead crane loading, including heavy machinery, construction equipment, oversized pipes, timber, and steel coils . Lashing rings installed in the upper and lower side rails and corner posts support cargo securement .

The floor system utilizes marine-grade plywood panels secured to steel cross-members, providing load-bearing capacity for palletized goods and equipment. The double cargo doors feature steel locking bars compatible with padlocks or security seals.

Technical Specifications

• External Length: 40 ft (12.19 m) 

• External Width: 8 ft (2.44 m) 

• External Height: 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m) 

• Internal Length: 39 ft 5 in (12.03 m) approx. 

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

• Internal Height: 7 ft 8 in (2.33 m) approx. 

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

• Door Opening Height: 7 ft 6 in (2.28 m) approx. 

• Roof Opening Length: 38 ft (11.57 m) approx. 

• Approx. Interior Volume: 2,350 ft³ (66.4 m³) 

• Floor Material: Marine-grade plywood (28mm) 

• Frame Material: Corten steel

• Tare Weight: 3,850 – 4,300 kg (8,489 – 9,480 lbs) 

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

• Payload Capacity: 26,630 – 28,700 kg (58,719 – 63,270 lbs) 

• Corner Castings: Standard, 8 positions

• Certification: ISO, CSC

Intended Use

This container is suited for the following applications:

• Heavy machinery and equipment requiring crane loading 

• Oversized pipes, timber, and steel coils 

• Construction equipment and materials 

• Industrial machinery and components

• Cargo that cannot pass through standard end doors

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 .

Package Includes

• 40ft open top shipping container

• Removable steel roof bows

• Heavy-duty weatherproof tarpaulin

• Marine-grade plywood floor

• Corner castings (8 total)

• Locking hardware on cargo doors

• CSC certification plate