The 20ft Side Opening Shipping Container is designed to make accessing stored goods easier by providing a large opening along the side of the container. This configuration allows users to load, unload, arrange, and retrieve items from the side rather than relying exclusively on the standard end doors. The additional access can be particularly useful when storing large or bulky equipment, machinery, building materials, tools, stock, and agricultural supplies. It is well suited to businesses, workshops, farms, construction projects, worksites, and other locations where stored items need to be accessed regularly. Made with a strong steel structure, the container provides a secure enclosed storage area for commercial and personal use. Its weather-resistant exterior is designed to provide protection from everyday outdoor conditions. Container Dimensions External Size: 20 ft × 8 ft × 8 ft 6 in (6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 m) Internal Size: Approximately 5.90 × 2.35 × 2.39 m Side Door Opening: Approximately 5.80 × 2.28 m, depending on configuration Tare Weight: Approximately 2,200–2,800 kg Maximum Gross Weight: Up to 30,480 kg Payload: Up to approximately 27,000–28,000 kg Internal Volume: Approximately 33 m³ Ideal Applications This side opening container can be used for: Machinery and equipment Building and construction materials Business and retail inventory Workshop tools and equipment Farm and agricultural supplies Large and bulky goods Construction and worksite storage Commercial storage Household and personal belongings Industrial and trade storage Key Features 20ft storage capacity Wide side-opening access Full or partial side opening depending on configuration Easier access to stored goods Practical for bulky items and equipment Strong steel construction Weather-resistant exterior Secure enclosed storage Approximately 33 m³ of internal capacity Suitable for frequent-access storage Suitable for residential, commercial, agricultural, construction, and industrial applications 20ft Container with Wide Side Access A 20ft side opening container provides a practical solution for storage areas where easy access to the full length of the container is important. The side opening can make it easier to position and retrieve larger items while also providing better visibility and access to stored goods. The approximately 33 m³ internal capacity provides substantial storage space for machinery, tools, equipment, stock, construction supplies, agricultural products, furniture, and general goods. Suitable for workshops, farms, businesses, construction sites, warehouses, industrial applications, and household storage, the side opening design combines accessible entry with a durable steel storage structure and weather-resistant exterior.


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Refund & Shipping Policy

All containers are inspected before dispatch or collection to ensure they meet the agreed specifications and are in satisfactory condition.


Returns & Refunds: Returns are considered only where a container has a significant defect or materially differs from the agreed specifications. Any issue must be reported within 30 days of delivery, preferably with photographs. Approved refunds are generally issued to the original payment method after inspection.


Custom-built, modified, or specially configured containers are generally non-returnable and non-refundable, unless the issue is caused by a manufacturing or workmanship defect.


Shipping & Delivery: Delivery costs depend on the container, destination, access, and equipment required. Customers are responsible for ensuring the delivery site is safe and accessible for the required truck or lifting equipment. Additional charges may apply where delivery is delayed or cannot be completed due to unsuitable access or site conditions.


Return shipping costs may apply unless the return is due to a confirmed defect, supplier error, or failure to meet the agreed specifications.