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

• Standard container handling features including corner castings for lifting and positioning

Detailed Description

Specifications, cosmetic condition, markings, and minor construction details may vary between new and used units and between manufacturers. Customers requiring a specific specification or certification status should confirm the available unit before ordering.

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 (Empty): ~3,650 kg to 3,820 kg (8,046 lbs to 8,422 lbs)

• Max Payload (Cargo): ~26,600 kg to 28,850 kg (58,643 lbs to 63,603 lbs)

• Max Gross Weight (Total): ~30,480 kg to 32,500 kg (67,197 lbs to 71,650 lbs)

• Corner Castings: Standard, 8 positions

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 weather-resistant tarpaulin

• Marine-grade plywood floor

• Corner castings (8 total)

• Locking hardware on cargo doors