20ft Open Top Container
Top-loading box for tall and crane-loaded cargo.
Dimensions
| Measurement | Length | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| External | 6.06 m19' 11" | 2.44 m8' 0" | 2.59 m8' 6" |
| Internal | 5.90 m19' 4" | 2.35 m7' 9" | 2.35 m7' 9" |
| Door opening | — | 2.34 m7' 8" | 2.28 m7' 6" |
Values follow widely published ISO standards (metric, with imperial shown for reference). Actual dimensions vary slightly by manufacturer and series.
Capacity & Weight
- Cubic capacity
- 32 m³1130 ft³
- Tare (empty) weight
- 2,360 kg5,203 lb
- Maximum payload
- 28,120 kg61,994 lb
- Maximum gross weight
- 30,480 kg67,197 lb
About the 20ft Open Top
A 20ft open top has a removable tarpaulin roof instead of a solid top, letting cargo be loaded by crane from above and allowing over-height items to protrude under permit. End doors still open as normal.
Best for
- Over-height cargo
- Crane-loaded goods
- Machinery
- Timber & pipes
Other container types
20ft Open Top container FAQ
What are the dimensions of a 20ft Open Top container?
A 20ft Open Top Container has external dimensions of 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 m (19' 11" × 8' 0" × 8' 6"), with an internal usable space of 5.90 × 2.35 × 2.35 m. The rear door opening measures 2.34 m wide × 2.28 m high.
How much can a 20ft Open Top container hold?
A 20ft Open Top has a cubic capacity of about 32 m³. It has a tare (empty) weight of 2,360 kg, a maximum payload of 28,120 kg and a maximum gross weight of 30,480 kg.
What is a 20ft Open Top container used for?
A 20ft open top has a removable tarpaulin roof instead of a solid top, letting cargo be loaded by crane from above and allowing over-height items to protrude under permit. End doors still open as normal. It is best suited to over-height cargo, crane-loaded goods, machinery, timber & pipes.
How do I track a 20ft Open Top container?
Enter the container number, bill of lading or booking number on Panvaya and we detect the carrier automatically, then show live status, ETA and port-call history on an interactive map, regardless of container type.