Instead of a fixed steel roof, this container features a removable tarpaulin cover with steel support bows, allowing cargo to be loaded directly from above using a crane or hoist. This makes it ideal for transporting and storing machinery, timber, steel, pipes and industrial equipment throughout South Africa.

Manufactured from high-grade corrosion-resistant steel and fully ISO and CSC certified, this unit is wind and water tight, secure and approved for road, rail and sea transport.

Industrial Containers supplies open top containers nationwide, delivering to Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State, North West and Northern Cape.

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 Standard Technical Specifications

• External Length: 10 ft (3.05 m)

• External Width: 8 ft (2.44 m)

• External Height: 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m)

• Internal Length: ±2.80 m – 2.83 m

• Internal Width: ±2.24 m – 2.35 m

• Internal Height: ±2.36 m – 2.39 m

• Tare Weight: ±2,200 kg

• Payload Capacity: ±10,000 kg

• Max Gross Weight: ±12,200 kg

• Cubic Capacity: ±14.8 – 15.8 m³

• Roof Type: Removable tarpaulin with steel bows

• Certification: ISO & CSC approved

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 Key Features & Benefits

• Top Loading Access: Perfect for crane loading of tall or heavy cargo

• Removable Tarpaulin Roof: Flexible and weather-resistant cover system

• High-Strength Steel Construction: Durable and long-lasting

• Tie-Down Points: Secure cargo during transport

• Forklift Pockets: Easy onsite handling and positioning

• Wind & Water Tight: Protects goods in harsh weather conditions

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 Ideal Applications

• Heavy machinery transport

• Timber and lumber storage

• Steel pipes and beams

• Industrial equipment shipping

• Construction and mining logistics

• Oversized cargo handling

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 Frequently Asked Questions – 10ft Open Top Containers South Africa

What is a 10ft open top container used for?
It is used for transporting and storing tall, heavy or oversized cargo that cannot fit through standard container doors.

How is cargo loaded into an open top container?
Cargo is loaded from the top using a crane or hoist, then covered with a tarpaulin.

Is the container weatherproof?
Yes. Once sealed with the tarpaulin and roof bows, the container is wind and water tight.

Is it certified for shipping?
Yes. All units from Industrial Containers are ISO and CSC certified for international transport.

Do you deliver across South Africa?
Yes. We offer nationwide delivery to all provinces.