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Used 40-Foot Open Top Container – Flexible, Durable, and Cost-Effective
A used 40-foot Open Top shipping container is designed for transporting oversized or awkwardly shaped cargo that cannot be loaded through standard container doors. Its removable tarpaulin roof allows for top-loading via crane or other lifting equipment, making it ideal for bulk materials, machinery, or construction equipment.
Constructed from durable Corten steel, this container is ISO and CSC certified, ensuring compliance with international shipping standards. The foldable end walls provide flexibility in loading and unloading, while the lashing rings inside the container facilitate secure cargo placement during transit.

How a 40-Foot Open Top Container Works
A 40-foot Open Top container features a removable tarpaulin roof supported by bows, which can be secured with ropes or cables. This design enables top-loading of cargo that exceeds the height of standard containers. Once loaded, the cargo is secured using the lashing rings inside the container, ensuring safe transport.

What does “used container” mean?
A “used” shipping container has typically been in service for several years in international transport. It shows signs of wear such as scratches, dents, or surface rust, but remains wind- and watertight, secure, and fully functional. Used containers are inspected and certified to ensure safe handling and cost-effective use.

Ideal for temporary dry storage, construction site operations, or integration into a supply chain, a used 40-foot container provides a practical and proven solution. Suitable for anyone looking for used shipping containers for sale, storage containers for sale, or portable storage units.

Purchase a Used 40-Foot Open Top Container from CHS Container Group
At CHS Container Group, we offer used 40-foot Open Top containers tailored to your project needs:

• Reliable quality – ISO and CSC certified for secure transport
• Flexible design – removable tarpaulin roof and foldable end walls
• Easy handling – suitable for top-loading of oversized cargo
• Cost-effective – ideal solution for temporary or specialized applications
• Fast delivery – available across Germany, Europe, and beyond

With decades of experience, CHS Container Group provides a practical, safe, and cost-efficient solution for businesses seeking used Open Top containers, shipping containers, or specialized transport units.

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.