--- title: "20ft Open Top" description: "New and used 20ft open top containers available for sale across the UK. Ideal for machinery, over-height cargo and top-loading needs. Fast nationwide delivery" url: "https://acorncontainers.co.uk/purchase/20ft-open-top" date: "2026-05-02T20:29:20+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![Open Top Container](https://acorncontainers.co.uk/images/ContainerPics/OpenTop20ft.webp) # 20ft Open Top Shipping Containers for Sale ### Top-loading cargo made simple with robust, weather-resistant open-top containers delivered across the UK. Acorn Containers supplies **20ft open top shipping containers** to commercial and private customers across the UK. These containers are purpose-built for loading cargo that’s too tall or awkward for standard container doors, perfect for **machinery, pipes, boilers, and construction materials**. Available in both **new and pre-owned** conditions, our open tops feature **removable tarpaulin roofs** for efficient crane or forklift access from above. Every unit is **wind and watertight** with reinforced flooring and secure locking mechanisms, 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 Choose Our 20ft Open Top Containers? - **Top-Loading Access:** Easily load tall or awkward cargo using a crane or forklift. - **Removable Roof Design:** Includes a heavy-duty tarpaulin cover with end support bars. - **Durable & Weatherproof:** Built to protect cargo in transit or on-site. - **International Shipping Ready:** Certified to ISO standards and CSC plated. - **Fast UK Delivery:** Stocked in depots nationwide with rapid dispatch times. Contact our container experts for tailored guidance. ## 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 | Measurements serve as general guidance. Please request a free quote or speak with our team for specific container specs. ## FAQs About 20ft Open Top Containers ### What is a 20ft open-top container? It’s a standard-sized shipping container with no fixed steel roof. Instead, it uses a removable tarpaulin cover secured with roof bows, allowing crane access for over-height or top-loaded cargo. ### What are the dimensions of a 20ft open-top container? See the full table above for detailed dimensions. Internally, the length is 5.89m, the width is 2.35m, and the height is 2.34m. ### Can I customise the colour of my open-top container? Yes. New containers can be factory-painted, and used units can be resprayed in your preferred RAL colour on request. ### Are 20ft open-top containers weatherproof? Absolutely. Each unit is wind and watertight, with a strong tarpaulin cover that ensures secure, dry storage or transport of goods. ## Get a Quote for a 20ft Open Top Container. If you need a practical solution for large, heavy or awkward goods, our 20ft open-top containers are the answer. With **fast UK delivery** and a wide range of **new and used stock**, Acorn Containers is your go-to supplier. Please get in touch with our expert team on [0330 027 1420](tel:03300271420) or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for tailored advice. 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