40-foot Open Top Shipping Container Cargo-worthy
$5,300.00 $3,180.00
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This 40-foot Open Top Shipping Container offers a practical solution for transporting or storing cargo that requires overhead loading. Constructed from durable weathering steel (Corten steel), this unit is classified as “Cargo-worthy,” meaning it meets the structural requirements for sea, road, and rail transport, as well as ground-based storage. Key Features Cargo-Worthy Certification: This container has been inspected to ensure structural integrity for the transport of goods, suitable for one-trip or multiple-trip voyages. Open Top Configuration: Designed with removable roof beams and a waterproof tarpaulin cover, allowing for easy overhead loading of tall machinery, pipes, or dimensional cargo. Durable Weathering Steel: Manufactured from high-tensile Corten steel to withstand harsh weather conditions and resist corrosion, ensuring long-term durability in outdoor environments. Safe Access: Equipped with locking mechanisms on the rear double doors and secure lashing points (D-rings) inside to stabilize cargo during transit. Stackable Design: Standard corner castings allow for safe stacking and lifting by cranes, reach stackers, or forklifts, maximizing space efficiency in depots or job sites.
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40-Foot Open Top Shipping Container
The 40-foot Open Top Shipping Container is engineered to bridge the gap between a standard dry van and a flat rack. It retains the weather-resistant qualities of a standard container while providing the versatility of open-top loading.
The structure is built with a reinforced top rail to compensate for the absence of a solid roof, maintaining the box’s torsional rigidity. The removable roof bows (rafters) allow the tarpaulin to be tensioned over the cargo, protecting it from the elements while remaining accessible for unloading from above.
The steel floor is designed to handle concentrated loads from heavy machinery or dense materials.
Primarily used in global logistics for commodities that cannot be easily loaded through standard double doors—such as marble slabs, large cables, scrap metal, or oversized parts—this unit also serves industrial storage needs.
Because it is cargo-worthy, it is suitable for both one-off exports and long-term asset leasing where structural certification is required.
The container’s design ensures compatibility with all standard container handling equipment, allowing for seamless integration into existing shipping and logistics operations.
Technical Specifications
- External Dimensions (L x W x H): 40 ft x 8 ft x 8 ft 6 in (Approx. 12.19 m x 2.44 m x 2.59 m)
- Internal Dimensions (L x W x H): Approx. 39 ft 6 in x 7 ft 8 in x 8 ft (Varies slightly by manufacturer)
- Door Opening (Rear): Approx. 7 ft 8 in wide x 7 ft 5 in high
- Open Top Opening: Full-length overhead access (under tarpaulin)
- Maximum Gross Weight: Approx. 67,200 lbs (30,480 kg)
- Tare Weight: Approx. 8,820 lbs (4,000 kg)
- Payload Capacity: Approx. 58,380 lbs (26,480 kg)
- Material: Corten Steel (Weathering Steel)
- Flooring: Marine-grade plywood or bamboo over steel cross members
- Certification: CSC (Container Safety Convention) plate inclusive (validity may vary by unit)
Compatibility / Intended Use
- Oversized Cargo: Ideal for loading machinery, vehicles, or parts that are too tall for a standard dry container.
- Project Cargo: Suitable for construction materials, timber, and steel profiles.
- Bulk Commodities: Effective for bulk loads requiring crane-and-grab or conveyor loading.
- Export Shipping: Compliant with international shipping standards for sea freight.
- Industrial Storage: Functional as a secure, ventilated storage unit when used on land.
Package Includes
- Standard rear double-door locking gear and handles
- 1 x 40-foot Open Top Shipping Container (Cargo-worthy grade)
- 1 x Waterproof Tarpaulin Cover with tensioning gear
- Removable Roof Bows (Rafters)
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