This type of container is a shipping container without top. This allows for easy loading of bulk cargo like machinery. There is a roof structure that can be secured to the container with ropes and that provides protection against rain and other forms of precipitation. The open top container can be covered by a tarpaulin.
Open tops have three sizes: 20ft, 40ft and 40ft HC. Take a look at the table below for dimensions of each.
Measurements | 20ft | 40ft | 40ft HC |
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Internal Length | 5.89m / 19.4ft | 12.03m / 39.5ft | 12.03m / 39.5ft |
Internal Width | 2.35m / 7.8ft | 2.4m / 7.9ft | 2.35m / 7.8ft |
Internal Height | 2.35m / 7.8ft | 2.34m / 7.8ft | 2.70m / 8.10ft |
Tare Weight | 2,260kg / 5,982 lbs | 3,980kg / 8,774 lbs | 4,250kg / 9,370 lbs |
Payload Capacity | 28,220 kg / 62,214 lbs | 26,500kg / 58,422 lbs | 28,250kg / 62,281 lbs |
Cubic Capacity | 32.7 m3 / 1,155 cu ft | 66.7 m3 / 2,356 cu ft | 74.9 m3 / 2,645 cu ft |