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New / One-Trip

20ft Hard Open-Top Container - Steel Floor - RAL 7042 Traffic Grey

The 20ft Hard Open-Top Container - Steel Floor is a new unit suited to top loading under a removable hard roof, including liquid containment.

SKU:
AO-20-HOT-STL-NEW-RAL7042
Depot:
Long Beach, CA depot

Colour: RAL 7042 Traffic Gray

Other RAL colours are available as painted-to-order custom work — request a quotation.

$2,650 US dollars

Excludes applicable sales tax and delivery. The full total is shown before payment is authorized.

In stock
  • Delivery available — automatic pricing for configured areas, quotation elsewhere
  • Pickup available from the Long Beach depot (scheduled in advance)
max 5 per online order

Key Features

  • CSC plated for international transport
  • Corten weathering steel construction
  • Lockable cargo doors with galvanised locking bars
  • Welded steel treadplate floor

Product Description

20FT Hard Open Top Shipping Container

Top-Loading Versatility with Full Steel Security

The 20FT Hard Open Top Shipping Container is engineered for overhead-loading applications that demand vertical clearance, heavy-duty steel integrity, and logistical flexibility. With a fully removable steel roof and detachable door header, this unit supports crane operations, gantry access, and top-load handling for irregular or tall cargo.

Built with CORTEN anti-corrosive steel and CSC certification, the container conforms to international shipping and structural standards. It's the preferred choice for contractors, recyclers, and logistics teams managing high-clearance equipment or non-standard freight.

Product Specifications

Feature Details
External Dimensions 6.058 m × 2.438 m × 2.591 m
Internal Dimensions 5.898 m × 2.332 m × 2.373 m
Door Opening 2.338 m W × 2.262 m H
Internal Volume 32.60 m³
Tare Weight 3,390 kg
Max Payload 27,090 kg
Max Gross Weight 30,480 kg

All specifications conform to ISO standards and support full intermodal compatibility.

Key Construction Features

Removable Steel Roof

Provides full overhead access for crane-loading heavy machinery, pipe sections, industrial castings, or non-palletized cargo.

Detachable Door Header

Allows additional vertical entry clearance at the front opening, enabling the use of tall-frame lifting equipment or bulk insertions.

CORTEN Steel Frame & Walls

Weather-resistant steel construction delivers long-term durability in outdoor, cross-border, or industrial yard environments.

Marine-Grade Plywood Flooring

Durable, load-bearing interior floor. Optional full steel flooring available upon request for abrasive or high-impact loads.

Forklift Pockets

Integrated base slots allow safe maneuvering via forklift in warehouse, dock, or job site conditions.

Lockbox & Vents

Internal lockbox provides tamper-resistant storage security. Vented walls reduce internal moisture buildup during transit or long-term static use.

Exterior Coating

Standard finish in RAL 5013 Cobalt Blue. Alternative RAL color coatings are available upon special request. UV- and abrasion-resistant paint system.

Use Case Applications

Heavy Equipment & Machinery

Designed for top-down loading of non-palletized cargo such as motors, generators, turbines, or engine blocks where side-door access is impractical.

Structural Steel & Pipe

Ideal for steel tubes, rods, rebar bundles, or construction-grade pipe materials requiring straight vertical placement.

Waste & Scrap Management

Handles bulk debris, scrap metals, or recyclable materials via crane-assisted top-loading. Offers reinforced containment during transport.

High-Clearance Job Sites

Widely used on construction and fabrication sites where non-standard cargo, quick turnarounds, or vertical handling workflows are routine.

Certification & Compliance

  • CSC Certified – Approved for international shipping and global intermodal use
  • ISO Corner Castings – Standardized for stacking, securing, and container handling systems
  • Inspection Ready – Each unit is inspected before dispatch to ensure full structural integrity, roof detachability, and door alignment

Summary

The 20FT Hard Open Top Container delivers unmatched overhead loading capability, secure steel construction, and full intermodal readiness. Its combination of a removable roof and door header makes it an essential container for operations requiring non-traditional loading angles or crane-only access.

Available in-stock and ready for U.S. nationwide dispatch. Inspection photos and customization options available upon request.

Technical Specifications

Technical specifications for 20ft Hard Open-Top Container - Steel Floor - RAL 7042 Traffic Grey
Product typeShipping container
DesignOpen-Top
ConditionNew / One-Trip
Exterior (L × W × H)19′ 10.5″ × 8′ 0″ × 8′ 6″
Interior (L × W × H)19′ 4″ × 7′ 8″ × 7′ 10″
Door opening (W × H)7′ 8″ × 7′ 5″
Tare weight≈ 4,850 lb
Max gross weight67,200 lb
Internal capacity≈ 1,172 cu ft
Door configurationEnd cargo doors; removable roof for top loading
Floor materialWelded steel treadplate floor
Exterior colourRAL 7042 Traffic Grey
LockboxFitted
Forklift pocketsYes
VentilationPassive weatherproof vents
CertificationCSC plated for international transport

What New / One-Trip Means

A new or one-trip container has generally completed one initial cargo movement from its manufacturing origin. Minor handling marks, paint abrasions, small dents, floor marks, or other transportation-related cosmetic evidence may still be present. This is normal for one-trip units and does not affect the stated condition classification.

Read the full Container Condition Guide

Delivery Requirements

  • Processing: 1–3 business days after payment, verification, and receipt of required information.
  • Delivery estimate: 5–10 business days after processing.
  • Site access: tilt-bed delivery of a 20ft container needs a straight, firm approach (roughly 60 feet), 12–14 feet of width, and clear overhead access free of wires and branches.
  • Unloading: tilt-bed standard; flatbed, crane, or chassis options are quoted based on your site.
  • Complex sites are switched to quotation mode so transportation can be planned correctly — request a delivered price.

Intended Uses

  • Top loading under a removable hard roof
  • Including liquid containment

Customers are responsible for confirming that the product and intended use comply with applicable zoning, building, environmental, fire, safety, transportation, and permit requirements. This product is not represented as suitable for housing, food storage, hazardous materials, or regulated uses unless expressly stated in writing.

Returns and Warranty

  • Eligible standard product: returns may be requested within 18 calendar days of delivery, subject to authorization. Customer pays return transportation for change-of-mind returns.
  • Structural integrity and wind/watertight condition warranted at delivery; see Warranty Policy.

Returns and Refunds PolicyWarranty Policy