Used 20ft Open Side / Full Side Access Container

The used 20ft open side shipping container provides full-length bi-fold doors for loading and unloading cargo from the side . This configuration is designed for operations requiring efficient handling of palletized goods, oversized items, and materials that are difficult to access through standard end doors .

Key Features

• Full-length side doors with bi-fold design providing access along the entire container length 

• Standard end doors providing a second access point for flexible entry 

• Cor-ten steel construction for structural integrity and weather resistance 

• 28mm marine-grade plywood flooring over steel cross-members 

• Locking bars and hasps on both side and end doors for secure closure 

• Forklift pockets for ease of handling and positioning 

• ISO corner castings for lifting and stacking compatibility 

• Wind and watertight construction with functional doors and seals 

Detailed Description

This 20ft open side container is constructed from Cor-ten steel, a weathering steel grade that develops a stable protective layer when exposed to atmospheric conditions . The defining feature is the pair of bi-fold doors along the full length of the container, providing an approximate 19-foot opening when fully extended . The doors fold back to allow forklifts and pallet jacks direct access to the interior .

The bi-fold door design provides flexible opening sizes; partial opening is possible for smaller items, with full extension creating an opening spanning the container length . This configuration is suitable for long materials such as piping, timber, and machinery that cannot fit through standard end doors . The container includes standard end doors for additional access points .

Used units of this type have typically completed multiple service voyages and show expected signs of wear including surface rust, minor dents, and faded paint. The reinforced base rails support repeated side loading without compromising structural integrity . The floor system utilizes marine-grade plywood panels over steel cross-members .

Technical Specifications

• External Dimensions (L x W x H): 20 ft x 8 ft x 8 ft 6 in (6.06 x 2.44 x 2.59 m) 

• Internal Dimensions (L x W x H): 19 ft 4 in x 7 ft 8 in x 7 ft 10 in (5.89 x 2.35 x 2.39 m) approx. 

• Side Door Opening: 19 ft 1 in x 7 ft 2 in (5.82 x 2.18 m) approx. 

• End Door Opening (W x H): 7 ft 8 in x 7 ft 2 in (2.34 x 2.18 m) approx. 

• Interior Volume: 1,098 – 1,172 ft³ (31.1 – 33.2 m³) 

• Tare Weight: 6,240 – 6,878 lbs (2,830 – 3,120 kg) 

• Max Gross Weight: 52,910 – 67,200 lbs (24,000 – 30,480 kg) 

• Floor Type: 28mm marine-grade plywood 

Intended Use

This container is suited for the following applications:

• Storage and transport of palletized goods, oversized materials, and long items 

• Construction sites requiring quick access to tools and materials 

• Logistics and distribution operations with frequent inventory access 

• Mobile workshops, retail pop-ups, and event spaces 

• Agricultural storage for equipment and supplies 

• Military and defense logistics requiring selective cargo retrieval 

Used open side containers are generally not recommended for active international shipping without a new CSC survey.

Package Includes

• Used 20ft open side / full side access shipping container

• Full-length bi-fold side doors with locking hardware

• Standard end cargo doors with steel locking bars

• 28mm marine-grade plywood floor

• ISO corner castings (8 total)

• Forklift pockets (4 positions)

• CSC certification plate (certification validity may vary)