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20ft Open Top Container
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- 925-4040
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Product description
Royal Wolf’s 20ft Open Top Container by United Rentals offers a practical solution for transporting and storing oversized, irregular or top-loaded cargo. Featuring a removable tarpaulin or optional hardtop, they allow crane access for easy loading and unloading. Also available in 40ft and half-height sizes, these containers are built to withstand harsh conditions and heavy-duty use.
Ideal for machinery, scrap, timber or bulk goods, each unit includes swinging rear doors, lashing points, and optional customisations. Whether for long-term hire or purchase, our open top containers provide safe, flexible storage tailored to Australian or New Zealand industry needs.
- Ideal for transporting bulky items such as timber, scrap metal, and industrial machinery
- Available with a removable waterproof tarpaulin or a rigid steel hardtop for added protection
- Engineered to withstand tough Australian and New Zealand conditions and rigorous site use
Features
Removable Top for Crane Access
Royal Wolf Open Top Containers are designed for overhead loading, with a fully removable tarpaulin or optional rigid hardtop. This makes them ideal for cargo that cannot be handled through standard container doors, such as machinery, scrap, timber, or other tall and irregularly shaped goods.
Weather-Resistant Protection
The tarpaulin cover is secured with lateral roof bows to help shield cargo from rain and debris during transport or storage. While not watertight, this system offers effective protection against the elements. For more demanding environments, the rigid steel hardtop option adds structural durability and enhanced weather resistance.
Dual Access Points
Swinging rear container doors provide standard horizontal access, complementing the top-loading design. This flexibility supports crane operations while maintaining ease of access for forklifts or manual handling when required.
Engineered for Heavy Loads
Built from high-grade marine steel, these containers are tough enough for transport, industrial and construction applications. Flooring can be specified in timber or steel, and bases can be reinforced for added strength when transporting dense or irregular cargo.
Customised for Local Industry
All open top containers meet applicable Australian and New Zealand safety standards and are suited to a range of industries.
Specifications
Model Specifications | |
|---|---|
Available Sizes | 20ft, 40ft, and half-height sizes |
Height Options | Choice of standard or high cube height for extra vertical clearance |
Construction | Built from durable marine-grade steel |
Loading & Access | Suitable for crane loading and top-access freight |
Payload Capacity | Up to 26,680kg (for 40ft container, varies by model) |
Internal Dimensions | Up to 12,036 (L) x 2,350 (W) x 2,348 (H) (for 40ft container, varies by model) |
Weather Protection | Weatherproof cover and reinforced structure for safe transport |
The Royal Wolf 20ft Open Top Container
Options
- Timber or steel flooring
- Removable tarpaulin or rigid hard top
- Swinging rear header
- Lashing rings and tie-downs
- Safety and regulatory signage
- Custom paint or logos
Suited for
- Mining and construction
- Bulk scrap or waste material
- Oversized machinery and parts
- Transporting tall cargo
- Industries requiring crane or top-loading
20ft Open Top Container FAQs
Open top containers are designed for transporting oversized or irregularly shaped cargo that can't be loaded through standard container doors. With a removable tarpaulin or optional hardtop, they allow vertical loading by crane, making them ideal for items like machinery, scrap metal, timber, and other tall or bulky materials.
Yes. Royal Wolf, part of United Rentals, offers open top containers in 20ft, 40ft, and half-height configurations for both short and long-term hire. These are well suited to construction, demolition, or industrial projects that require temporary storage or transport for large or top-loaded cargo.
Open top containers allow for vertical loading and unloading, which significantly improves handling times for heavy, awkward, or oversized loads. This reduces the need for manual labour or complex manoeuvring, making operations faster and safer, especially on construction and mining sites.
Open top containers are equipped with a removable tarpaulin that offers weather resistance by helping protect cargo from rain, dust, and debris. While not fully watertight, the tarpaulin is secured with roof bows to minimise exposure. For enhanced protection, a rigid hardtop option is available.
Yes. Containers can be modified with timber or steel flooring, lashing rings, tie-down points, regulatory signage, and custom paint or branding. Our team can tailor your unit to meet site-specific safety, handling, or compliance requirements.
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