45ft Open Top Container

The 45ft 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 TIR-approved tarpaulin

• Corten steel construction for structural integrity and weather resistance

• Removable rear door header rail for 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 45ft 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 PVC 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, typically 600g-650g/m², provides weather protection during transport . A removable header rail 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 .

Technical Specifications

• External Length: 45 ft (13.72 m)

• External Width: 8 ft (2.44 m)

• External Height: 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m)

• Internal Length: 44 ft 5 in (13.52 m) approx.

• Internal Width: 8 ft 2 in (2.48 m) approx.

• Internal Height: 7 ft 10 in (2.39 m) approx. 

• Approx. Interior Volume: 87 m³ (3,100 ft³) 

• Door Type: Cargo doors with removable header rail

• Door Opening Width: 92 in (2.34 m) approx.

• Door Opening Height: 90 in (2.29 m) approx. 

• Floor Material: Marine-grade plywood

• Frame Material: Corten steel

• Tare Weight: 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) approx. 

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

• Payload Capacity: 25,780 kg (56,838 lbs) approx. 

• Corner Castings: Standard, 8 positions

• Certification: ISO, CSC, TIR, UIC 

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 45ft length provides extended capacity compared to 20ft and 40ft open top units while maintaining the overhead loading capability essential for oversized cargo transport .

Package Includes

• 45ft 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