Open Top Containers
Load from above with our open top containers — perfect for oversized cargo, machinery, and tall items that won't fit through standard doors. Starting at just $2,895.
Why Choose Open Top Containers?
Open top containers feature a removable tarpaulin or hard-top roof, allowing crane loading from above. These versatile units are ideal for cargo that exceeds standard container height or requires top-loading access. Built to the same rugged ISO standards as standard containers, they provide full weatherproofing when the tarp cover is secured.
Heavy-duty tarpaulin cover with bows for easy removal and reattachment
Load oversized items from above using cranes, forklifts, or overhead gantry systems
Accommodate tall items that exceed standard container interior height limits
Meets international shipping standards with CSC safety certification
Popular Use Cases
🏗️ Construction Materials
Transport and store tall construction materials like steel beams, girders, timber stacks, and prefab wall panels that need top-loading access.
⚙️ Heavy Machinery
Load industrial equipment, generators, transformers, and large machinery using overhead cranes for safe and efficient handling.
🪨 Bulk & Oversized Goods
Ship marble slabs, coiled steel, large pipes, logs, and other bulk commodities that require crane or gantry loading from above.
🚜 Agricultural Equipment
Transport tractors, harvesters, and other tall farm equipment securely with full overhead access for loading and unloading.
Open Top Container Sizes & Pricing
All open top containers include removable tarp cover, swing-open header bar, and standard cargo doors on one end.
Open Top Container FAQs
What is the tarp cover made of?
Our open top containers come with a heavy-duty PVC-coated polyester tarpaulin supported by removable steel bows. The tarp is fully waterproof and UV-resistant, providing excellent weather protection for your cargo while allowing easy removal for top-loading access.
How tall can cargo extend above the container walls?
When shipping via ocean freight, cargo can typically extend above the container walls within the stacking clearance limits set by the shipping line. For on-site storage purposes, there are no height restrictions. Contact us for specific shipping line guidelines.
Can I use an open top container for storage?
Absolutely. With the tarp cover secured, open top containers provide the same wind and water-tight protection as standard containers. They're especially popular for items that need to be loaded by crane or overhead equipment, like heavy machinery or tall construction materials.
Do open top containers also have standard doors?
Yes. All of our open top containers feature standard double swing doors on one end, just like a regular shipping container. This gives you the flexibility of both end-loading and top-loading access for maximum versatility.
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Our open top container specialists can help you select the right size and condition for your specific cargo requirements.
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