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10ft Open Top Shipping Container (New Build / Single-Trip)

R 12 999,00 Regular Price
R 10 599,00Sale Price
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The 10ft Open Top Shipping Container is specifically engineered to handle oversized, over-height, or heavy industrial machinery and bulk cargo that cannot be loaded through standard container doors. Featuring a full open-roof structure, this unit enables direct top-loading via overhead cranes, hoists, or crab cranes, making it essential for job sites, manufacturing units, scrap yards, and industrial shipping.

Constructed brand new from high-tensile corrugated Corten steel, the container comes equipped with a heavy-duty, weatherproof PVC tarpaulin cover (tarp) and removable steel roof bows that maintain structural stability and prevent water pooling. To facilitate seamless horizontal loading of large machinery, the unit includes a swing-out rear door header bar that opens alongside the double doors, removing upper doorway obstructions. Complete with 28mm marine plywood flooring, factory-welded lockbox, and multiple heavy-duty internal lashing rings, it provides ultimate cargo protection and security.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

1. Overhead Loading & Door Flexibility

  • Crane Top-Loading: Open roof framework allows fast, safe vertical placement of tall or heavy machinery via crane hooks.

  • Swing-Out Door Header: Upper rear doorway header bar swings open horizontally, allowing forklift mast clearance when loading tall items from the rear.

  • Weatherproof Tarpaulin: Heavy-duty, UV-resistant PVC tarp supported by removable galvanized roof bows to keep cargo dry and secure during transit.

2. Heavy-Duty Frame & Cargo Security

  • Corten Steel Structure: Built with anti-corrosive corrugated steel panels for long-term endurance in harsh environments.

  • Heavy Cargo Lashing: Multiple high-tensile lashing rings welded along the top and bottom internal side rails for heavy load tie-downs.

  • Forklift Pockets & Lockbox: Integrated bottom forklift pockets for site mobility, plus a factory-welded lockbox enclosure for tamper-proof door security.

3. Dimensions & Weights

Parameter

Metric Specifications

Imperial Specifications

External Length

2,991 mm

9' 11"

External Width

2,438 mm

8' 0"

External Height

2,591 mm

8' 6"

Internal Length

2,831 mm

9' 3.5"

Internal Width

2,352 mm

7' 8.5"

Internal Height

2,350 mm

7' 8.5"

Door Opening Clearance (WxH)

2,340 mm x 2,280 mm

7' 8" x 7' 5.7"

Tare Weight

Approx. 1,450 kg

3,196 lbs

Max Payload

Approx. 8,650 kg

19,070 lbs

Cubic Capacity

15.6 m³

550 cu. ft.


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