20ft One-Trip Open Side Container — Accordion Doors — New
Full-length side access on a brand new, never-loaded 20ft shipping container. This One-Trip 20ft open side container features accordion-style side doors that fold completely back — opening the entire 20ft side wall for unrestricted ground-level access to the full container interior.
Furthermore, two standard swing doors at the 8ft end provide conventional rear access when the full side opening is not required. As a result, this container offers three loading and access configurations — side only, end only, or both simultaneously — adapting to any site layout or cargo handling requirement.
Moreover, every unit is brand new and One-Trip — built new, shipped to Australia once with a single cargo load, and never used for storage. Therefore, the interior is factory-clean, residue-free, and ready for immediate loading, fit-out, or conversion on delivery.
20ft Open Side Container Dimensions
| Measurement | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Length | 20′ | 6,058 mm |
| Exterior Width | 8′ | 2,438 mm |
| Exterior Height | 8’6″ | 2,591 mm |
| Interior Length | 19’4″ | 5,898 mm |
| Interior Width | 7’8″ | 2,352 mm |
| Interior Height | 7’10” | 2,385 mm |
| End Door Opening Width | 7’8″ | 2,340 mm |
| End Door Opening Height | 7’5″ | 2,280 mm |
| Side Opening Width | ~18′ | ~5,500 mm |
| Side Opening Height | ~7’5″ | ~2,280 mm |
| Floor Area | 160 sq ft | 14.86 m² |
| Internal Volume | ~1,360 cu ft | ~33.2 m³ |
Weight Specifications
| Measurement | Weight |
|---|---|
| Tare Weight (Empty) | 2,200 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 28,000 kg |
| Maximum Gross Weight | 30,480 kg |
Open Side Container Specifications
Condition: One-Trip (New) — Never previously loaded.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Construction | All Cor-Ten steel — rust and corrosion resistant |
| Side Doors | Accordion fold-back doors — full 20ft side wall opening |
| End Doors | 2 swing doors — full-width 8ft end opening |
| Side Opening | ~5,500mm — full container length accessible |
| Locking Bars | Heavy-duty steel — side and end doors |
| Lashing Rings | Forged steel — floor mounted |
| Flooring | 28mm hardwood timber on steel cross-members |
| Corner Castings | ISO standard forged steel — crane and forklift compatible |
| Colour | Cream |
| Condition | One-Trip (New) — never previously loaded |
| ISO Standard | ISO 668 Series 1 |
Accordion Doors — How They Work
Standard open side containers use panels that swing outward and latch to the container sides. Furthermore, accordion doors fold in sections — like a concertina — and compress completely against the container end frame. As a result, the full side wall is clear with no door panels protruding into the access zone alongside the container.
| Feature | Standard Swing Side Doors | Accordion Side Doors |
|---|---|---|
| Open Position | Panels latch flat to container side | Panels fold and compress to end frame |
| Side Clearance | Panels protrude along side when open | Full side zone clear when open |
| Access Width | Full opening | Full opening — no obstruction |
| Tight Sites | Panels need clearance alongside container | Suitable for tighter site layouts |
Key Features
- One-Trip condition — factory new, clean interior, no prior cargo residue
- Accordion fold-back side doors — panels compress to end frame, full side zone clear
- ~5,500mm side opening — full container length accessible from ground level
- End swing doors — conventional rear access when full side opening not required
- Three access configurations — side only, end only, or both simultaneously
- Forged steel lashing rings — floor mounted for cargo restraint
- All Cor-Ten steel construction — rust, corrosion, and impact resistant
- 28mm hardwood timber floor — forklift-rated, moisture-resistant base
- ISO standard corner castings — crane and forklift compatible
- Cream exterior — clean, neutral finish
Applications
Retail and Pop-Up Shopfronts
The accordion doors fold completely clear of the side opening — creating a clean, unobstructed shopfront the full length of the container. Furthermore, the cream exterior provides a neutral canvas for branding, signage, and fit-out work. As a result, this container suits markets, festivals, food and beverage activations, and permanent retail pop-up installations.
Ground-Level Drive-In Storage
The full-length side opening allows vehicles, machinery, and wide cargo to enter from the side without reversing or manoeuvring through a narrow end door. Moreover, the standard 8’6″ height suits vehicles and equipment that do not require the additional clearance of a High Cube unit. Therefore, it is the more cost-effective open side option for standard-height cargo applications.
Workshop and Trade Use
Mechanics, fabricators, and tradespeople use open side containers as portable workshops with full-length bench and equipment access. Additionally, the accordion doors fold completely clear — allowing natural light and airflow across the full container interior during working hours.
Event and Hospitality Installations
The open side format transforms this container into a service counter, bar, or hospitality unit for events and festivals. Furthermore, the One-Trip condition provides a clean, odour-free interior that food and beverage operators require for commercial food handling compliance.
Agricultural and Produce Storage
Farms use open side containers for drive-in machinery storage, packing shed overflow, and produce staging. As a result, wide agricultural equipment enters laterally without the tight turning constraints of end-door-only containers on farm roads and narrow site paths.
Standard vs High Cube Open Side — Which Is Right?
| Factor | Standard Height (8’6″) | High Cube (9’6″) |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Height | 2,385 mm | 2,698 mm |
| Best For | Standard cargo, vehicles, retail | Tall loads, racking, IBC tanks |
| Cost | Lower | Higher |
Choose the standard height for standard cargo, retail, workshop, and drive-in vehicle storage. Choose High Cube when interior clearance above 2,385mm is a specific requirement.
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