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title: "20ft Open Top"
description: "Find the perfect 20ft open-top shipping container for your needs at Shipping Containers of Manchester."
url: "https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/containers/20ft-open-top"
date: "2026-05-02T19:15:11+00:00"
language: "en-GB"
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![inside 20ft Open Top Container](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/images/1mage/20-foot-Open-Top-Manchtester.jpg)

# 20ft Open Top Containers in Manchester

The 20ft open top shipping container is a versatile solution for industries across Manchester and the North West. With an open roof design and a reinforced steel frame, it allows for the safe loading of oversized cargo that won’t fit through standard container doors. Popular with construction, manufacturing, and logistics firms, these units are ideal for efficiently moving machinery, building materials, and bulky goods.

![20ft open top container in Manchester](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/images/Storage-Container-Bury4.jpg)

  ## Key Features of 20ft Open Top Containers

- **Removable roof:** Choose between heavy-duty tarpaulin or hard-top for secure coverage.
- **Top-loading access:** Ideal for machinery and irregularly shaped loads.
- **Forklift pockets:** Fitted on both sides for safe, efficient movement.
- **Heavy-duty build:** Corrugated Corten steel walls and cross-member reinforced flooring.
- **Secure doors:** Double-locking cargo doors ensure safe transportation.
- **Sustainable materials:** Long-lasting and fully recyclable.

  ## Dimensions & Capacity

 | Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| External Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6058 x 2438 x 2591 mm | 20' x 8' x 8'6" |
| Internal Volume | 33.2 m³ | 1,170 ft³ |
| Door Opening | 2340 x 2280 mm | 7’8” x 7’5” |
| Maximum Gross Weight | 30,480 kg | 67,200 lbs |
| Tare Weight | 2,300 kg | 5,070 lbs |

  ## Typical Uses in Manchester

Our 20ft open top containers are used across multiple sectors in Manchester and Greater Manchester:

- **Construction:** Transporting steel beams, scaffolding, or large site equipment.
- **Manufacturing:** Moving heavy machinery and oversized components.
- **Agriculture:** Hauling timber, hay bales, or raw produce.
- **Logistics & Freight:** Exporting goods that require crane or top-loading access.

  ## Built for Durability & Safety

Manufactured from tough **Corten steel**, our open-top containers are designed to withstand demanding industrial use. Reinforced cross-member floors and removable roof bows provide structural strength and support, while the heavy-duty tarpaulin protects cargo from the elements during transport.

![Open Top Container](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/images/1mage/CBXU4631022%2041.jpg)

  ## Sustainability Benefits

Choosing an open-top container is not just practical, it’s sustainable. These containers are long-lasting, reusable, and recyclable. Their design minimises environmental impact, making them a cost-effective and eco-friendly choice for businesses across Manchester.

  ### Hire or Buy a 20ft Open Top Container in Manchester.

Whether you’re in construction, logistics, or agriculture, our open top containers provide flexible, heavy-duty solutions. We deliver across Manchester and Greater Manchester, including [Bolton](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/bolton-container-services), [Bury](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/bury-container-services), [Oldham](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/oldham-container-services), [Rochdale](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/rochdale-container-services), [Salford](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/salford-container-services), [Stockport](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/stockport-container-services), [Tameside](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/tameside-container-services), [Trafford](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/trafford-container-services), and [Wigan](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/wigan-container-services).

- 📞 Call: [0330 0130 636](tel:03300130636)
- 📝 [Request a free online quote](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/manchester/container-quote)
- 📍 Explore our full [Manchester container services](https://shippingcontainersofmanchester.co.uk/areas-served/manchester-container-services)

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