--- title: "20ft Open Top" description: "You can find a selection of new and used 20ft open-top containers available for hire throughout the UK! They’re perfect for your machinery, over-height cargo, and top-loading requirements. Plus, we offer fast delivery all across the nation!" url: "https://acorncontainers.co.uk/hire/20ft-open-top" date: "2026-04-28T13:58:22+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![Open Top Container](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/images/ContainerPics/OpenTop20ft.webp) # 20ft Open Top Shipping Containers for Hire ### Top-loading container hire for over-height or awkward cargo , delivered across the UK. Acorn Containers offers **20ft open-top containers for hire** to commercial and private clients nationwide. These containers are the perfect choice for projects requiring easy top-loading access using cranes or forklifts , ideal for **machinery, industrial piping, boilers, heavy equipment, and construction materials**. Hire options are available in **new and used** condition, all with **removable tarpaulin roofs**, reinforced steel construction, and secure locking mechanisms. Each unit is **CSC plated** and ready for international shipping or secure on-site storage. [ ![A view inside a blue shipping container, showing straps and metallic structure along the floor.](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/Open-top-02-007.jpg) ](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/full/Open-top-02-007.jpg) [ ![Inside a shipping container, rolls of material are secured with straps under a blue tarp. Red container walls visible.](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/Open-top-Acorn-ContainersUK260.jpg) ](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/full/Open-top-Acorn-ContainersUK260.jpg) [ ![An empty shipping container with red walls and a blue tarp ceiling, creating a spacious interior.](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/Open-top-Acorn-ContainersUK262.jpg) ](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/full/Open-top-Acorn-ContainersUK262.jpg) [ ![A stack of colorful shipping containers in a yard, showing various colors and conditions, some slightly weathered.](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/Open-top-Acorn-ContainersUK497.jpg) ](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/full/Open-top-Acorn-ContainersUK497.jpg) [ ![Workers in safety gear unload green cylinders from a shipping container at a bustling port.](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/Open-top-fxt.jpg) ](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/full/Open-top-fxt.jpg) [ ![Cargo container with red and green gas cylinders, a ladder and port machinery in the background.](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/Open-top-FXT2.jpg) ](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/full/Open-top-FXT2.jpg) [ ![A stack of colorful shipping containers, including red and blue, showing various labels and logos.](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/Open-top-Stacked.jpg) ](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/media/spgallery/214/full/Open-top-Stacked.jpg) ## Why Hire a 20ft Open Top Container from Acorn? - **Top-Loading Access:** Easily load tall or awkward cargo via crane or forklift. - **Flexible Rental Terms:** Cost-effective hire options for short- and long-term needs. - **Removable Tarpaulin Roof:** Heavy-duty cover with end support bars for weather protection. - **UK-Wide Delivery:** Fast dispatch from our depots nationwide. - **Project-Ready Units:** Ideal for temporary builds, infrastructure works, and oversized freight handling. Need assistance choosing the right open-top container? Call our hire specialists on [0330 027 1420](tel:03300271420) or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. ## 20ft Open Top Container Specifications | Description | Imperial | Metric | |---|---|---| | Maximum Payload | 62,170 lb | 28,200 kg | | External Dimensions (L×W×H) | 20’ x 8’ x 8’6" | 6.096 x 2.438 x 2.591 m | | Internal Length | 19’ 4 1/4” | 5.898 m | | Internal Width | 7’ 8 5/8” | 2.352 m | | Internal Height | 7’ 8 1/2” | 2.348 m | | Roof Opening Length | 18’ 1/16” | 5.490 m | | Roof Opening Width | 7’ 3” | 2.210 m | | Gross Weight | 67,197 lb | 30,480 kg | | Tare Weight | 5,027 lb | 2,280 kg | Specifications may vary depending on manufacturer or refurbishment status. [Request a hire quote](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/container-quote) for up-to-date availability and exact specs. ## FAQs About Hiring 20ft Open Top Containers ### What is a 20ft open-top container? It’s a 20ft standard shipping container without a solid steel roof, instead fitted with a tarpaulin cover secured by roof bows. This design allows for easy vertical loading of tall or bulky cargo. ### Is hiring more cost-effective than buying? Absolutely. Hiring is ideal for temporary or project-based use, helping you avoid large upfront costs while benefiting from fast delivery and flexible rental periods. ### Are open-top containers weatherproof? Yes. All hired containers are wind and watertight, including heavy-duty tarpaulins to protect your goods during storage or transit. ### Can I hire containers in a specific colour? While stock colour varies, respraying for long-term hire contracts may be available upon request. Speak with our team for options. ## Hire a 20ft Open Top Container Today If you’re managing oversized loads, construction equipment or materials that need top-loading, our 20ft open top containers for hire offer the ideal solution. Benefit from **rapid delivery, expert advice, and flexible hire terms**. Call [0330 027 1420](tel:03300271420) or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to speak with our hire specialists. 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