External Dimensions

Dimensional Tolerances
Metric Imperial
12.19m
Length
2.44m
Width
2.59m
Height

Quality Assurance

  • Structural integrity verified
  • Doors and locks functional
  • No significant rust damage
  • Weatherproof seal tested
  • Interior cleaned & sanitized
  • Previous use documented

Details

New 40-Foot Open Top Container – Flexible, Durable, and Versatile
A new 40-foot Open Top shipping container is specifically designed for oversized or irregular cargo that cannot be loaded through conventional container doors. Its removable tarpaulin roof allows for top-loading with cranes or forklifts, making it ideal for machinery, bulk goods, or construction materials.

Built from premium Corten steel, the container offers excellent durability, weather resistance, and security. Fully ISO and CSC certified, it meets all international shipping standards. The container also features foldable end walls and internal lashing points for secure cargo transport.

How a 40-Foot Open Top Container Works
The Open Top design includes a tarpaulin roof supported by removable bows, which can be secured with ropes or cables. This allows for easy top-loading of tall or bulky items. Once loaded, cargo is fastened using lashing rings inside the container, ensuring safe transport.

What does “new container” mean?
A “new” shipping container is a so-called one-trip container – it has only been used once for transport from the factory to its first destination. This ensures minimal wear and tear, perfect condition, and the highest standards of durability and longevity compared to used containers.

Purchase a New 40-Foot Open Top Container from CHS Container Group
At CHS Container Group, we provide brand-new 40-foot Open Top containers tailored to your project requirements:

  • Premium quality – ISO and CSC certified for safe international shipping
  • Flexible design – removable tarpaulin roof and foldable end walls
  • Efficient handling – perfect for top-loading of oversized goods
  • Customizable options – special paint finishes, additional lashing points, or roof accessories
  • Fast delivery – throughout Germany, Europe, and beyond

 

With decades of experience, CHS Container Group guarantees a durable, secure, and cost-effective solution for new Open Top shipping containers, specialized transport containers, and shipping container solutions for any project.

Inner dimensions

Internal length (inch) Internal width (inch) Internal height (inch)
473.70 92.60 94.29

External Dimensions

External length (inch) External width (inch) External height (inch)
480.00 95.98 102.01

Door opening

Width (inch) Height (inch)
92.13 89.76

Area and Volume

Interior floor space (sq ft) Volume (cu ft)
305.37 2359.02

Weight

Max Gross weight (lbs) Net weight (lbs)
67200 8818

When buying a container online, you can choose to have your container delivered with or without a crane.

Pick-Up

A member of our team will reach out to coordinate your pick-up. With this option, you are responsible for ensuring you have a suitable vehicle and the proper equipment to safely offload your container on your property.

 

Tilt-Bed Delivery

If you select tilt-bed delivery, your shipping container will be delivered on a tilt-bed trailer. This is a specialized piece of equipment that is towed by either a hot shot truck or standard truck cab. Then, the front of the bed is raised so the container slides safely to the ground as the driver slowly drives forward.

To facilitate delivery on a tilt-bed trailer, you will need:

  • Length Clearance: 100ft (30.5m)
  • Height Clearance: 15ft (4.5m)*
  • Width Clearance: 12ft (3.65m)

 

Note: Any low-hanging wires at the drop-site must be at least 18ft off the ground for the trailer to tilt safely.

 

To learn more about these delivery methods, consult our shipping container delivery guide.

 

Condition: New — One-Trip Containers – Like New Condition

Best for: Customers who want a container in near-perfect condition.

One-Trip Containers have only been used once to transport cargo from Asia to Europe or the US. They are essentially brand new and usually come equipped with a lockbox for security, easy-to-open doors, and often forklift pockets for simple handling. These containers are ideal for anyone who values durability, appearance, and longevity.

Key features:

  • Used only once
  • Minimal wear and tear
  • Lockbox & forklift pockets included
  • Ideal for resale value and long-term use

 

Read more: Understanding the different conditions of our shipping containers.

FAQ

1. What is a 40′ open-top container used for?
New 40′ open-top containers are ideal for transporting oversized or unusually shaped cargo that cannot fit through standard doors, such as industrial machinery, long pipes, or construction materials.

2. What are the dimensions of a 40′ open-top container?
The external dimensions of a 40ft open-top container are approximately 40’0″L × 8’0″W × 8’6″H, with internal dimensions around 39’5″L × 7’8″W × 7’10″H. The removable top allows for tall or irregular cargo.

3. Can a new 40′ open-top container be shipped internationally?
Yes, all new 40′ open-top containers are CSC-certified and suitable for international transport by ship, rail, or truck. Properly securing cargo is essential due to the open-top design.

4. What advantages does a new 40′ open-top container offer over a used one?
New containers provide full structural integrity, fresh coatings, and watertight protection, ensuring safe shipping of sensitive or heavy cargo and reducing risk of damage compared to used units.

5. How is cargo loaded into a 40′ open-top container?
Cargo is loaded from the top using cranes or forklifts. After loading, the top can be fitted with a tarpaulin or hard cover to protect the cargo during transit.

Details

Details

New 40-Foot Open Top Container – Flexible, Durable, and Versatile
A new 40-foot Open Top shipping container is specifically designed for oversized or irregular cargo that cannot be loaded through conventional container doors. Its removable tarpaulin roof allows for top-loading with cranes or forklifts, making it ideal for machinery, bulk goods, or construction materials.

Built from premium Corten steel, the container offers excellent durability, weather resistance, and security. Fully ISO and CSC certified, it meets all international shipping standards. The container also features foldable end walls and internal lashing points for secure cargo transport.

How a 40-Foot Open Top Container Works
The Open Top design includes a tarpaulin roof supported by removable bows, which can be secured with ropes or cables. This allows for easy top-loading of tall or bulky items. Once loaded, cargo is fastened using lashing rings inside the container, ensuring safe transport.

What does “new container” mean?
A “new” shipping container is a so-called one-trip container – it has only been used once for transport from the factory to its first destination. This ensures minimal wear and tear, perfect condition, and the highest standards of durability and longevity compared to used containers.

Purchase a New 40-Foot Open Top Container from CHS Container Group
At CHS Container Group, we provide brand-new 40-foot Open Top containers tailored to your project requirements:

  • Premium quality – ISO and CSC certified for safe international shipping
  • Flexible design – removable tarpaulin roof and foldable end walls
  • Efficient handling – perfect for top-loading of oversized goods
  • Customizable options – special paint finishes, additional lashing points, or roof accessories
  • Fast delivery – throughout Germany, Europe, and beyond

 

With decades of experience, CHS Container Group guarantees a durable, secure, and cost-effective solution for new Open Top shipping containers, specialized transport containers, and shipping container solutions for any project.

Technical Data

Inner dimensions

Internal length (inch) Internal width (inch) Internal height (inch)
473.70 92.60 94.29

External Dimensions

External length (inch) External width (inch) External height (inch)
480.00 95.98 102.01

Door opening

Width (inch) Height (inch)
92.13 89.76

Area and Volume

Interior floor space (sq ft) Volume (cu ft)
305.37 2359.02

Weight

Max Gross weight (lbs) Net weight (lbs)
67200 8818
Delivery

When buying a container online, you can choose to have your container delivered with or without a crane.

Pick-Up

A member of our team will reach out to coordinate your pick-up. With this option, you are responsible for ensuring you have a suitable vehicle and the proper equipment to safely offload your container on your property.

 

Tilt-Bed Delivery

If you select tilt-bed delivery, your shipping container will be delivered on a tilt-bed trailer. This is a specialized piece of equipment that is towed by either a hot shot truck or standard truck cab. Then, the front of the bed is raised so the container slides safely to the ground as the driver slowly drives forward.

To facilitate delivery on a tilt-bed trailer, you will need:

  • Length Clearance: 100ft (30.5m)
  • Height Clearance: 15ft (4.5m)*
  • Width Clearance: 12ft (3.65m)

 

Note: Any low-hanging wires at the drop-site must be at least 18ft off the ground for the trailer to tilt safely.

 

To learn more about these delivery methods, consult our shipping container delivery guide.

 

Condition

Condition: New — One-Trip Containers – Like New Condition

Best for: Customers who want a container in near-perfect condition.

One-Trip Containers have only been used once to transport cargo from Asia to Europe or the US. They are essentially brand new and usually come equipped with a lockbox for security, easy-to-open doors, and often forklift pockets for simple handling. These containers are ideal for anyone who values durability, appearance, and longevity.

Key features:

  • Used only once
  • Minimal wear and tear
  • Lockbox & forklift pockets included
  • Ideal for resale value and long-term use

 

Read more: Understanding the different conditions of our shipping containers.

FAQ

FAQ

1. What is a 40′ open-top container used for?
New 40′ open-top containers are ideal for transporting oversized or unusually shaped cargo that cannot fit through standard doors, such as industrial machinery, long pipes, or construction materials.

2. What are the dimensions of a 40′ open-top container?
The external dimensions of a 40ft open-top container are approximately 40’0″L × 8’0″W × 8’6″H, with internal dimensions around 39’5″L × 7’8″W × 7’10″H. The removable top allows for tall or irregular cargo.

3. Can a new 40′ open-top container be shipped internationally?
Yes, all new 40′ open-top containers are CSC-certified and suitable for international transport by ship, rail, or truck. Properly securing cargo is essential due to the open-top design.

4. What advantages does a new 40′ open-top container offer over a used one?
New containers provide full structural integrity, fresh coatings, and watertight protection, ensuring safe shipping of sensitive or heavy cargo and reducing risk of damage compared to used units.

5. How is cargo loaded into a 40′ open-top container?
Cargo is loaded from the top using cranes or forklifts. After loading, the top can be fitted with a tarpaulin or hard cover to protect the cargo during transit.