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20ft Open Side Shipping Container RAL 7035

20ft Open Side Shipping Container RAL 7035

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Looking for a 20ft open side shipping container for sale in the US? BSL Containers’ 20ft open side container — also called a 20 side opening shipping container or 20 open side shipping container — is finished in RAL 7035 and built for effortless full-side access. Unlike a standard end-door unit, this open side shipping container combines the strength of ISO-certified steel construction with bi-folding side doors that open the entire 20ft length, making it ideal for fast loading, frequent inventory access, and oversized cargo.

This 20ft open side shipping container features bi-folding or multi-panel side doors that open along the entire length of one side, allowing 180° or 270° swing for complete, unobstructed entry, while retaining standard double doors at one end for added flexibility.

Key Specifications of 20ft Open Side Shipping Container

Our 20ft open side shipping container is built to ISO standards, with dimensions and capacity verified against BSL’s Container Technical Specifications chart:

  • External Length: 20ft (6.058m)
  • External Width: 8ft (2.438m)
  • External Height: 8ft 6in (2.591m)
  • Internal Volume: 31 m³ (approx. 1,094 cu ft)
  • Max. Gross Weight: 30,480 kg (67,200 lbs)
  • Payload Capacity: 27,400 kg (60,406 lbs)
  • Tare Weight: 3,080 kg (6,791 lbs)

Key Features of Our 20ft Open Side Shipping Container

Built to ISO standards from durable, corrosion-resistant Corten steel, our open side container ensures exceptional strength, weatherproofing, and security for shipping, long-term storage, or on-site use.

  • Full-Length Side Access: Heavy-duty 270° / 180° swing side doors with extended handles provide wide-open access along the full 20ft side—perfect for forklift loading, bulky items, or quick retrieval without unloading everything.
  • Xtainer Model 7 Design: Includes a heavy-duty extended handle plus one set of heavy-duty cross handles for smooth, reliable operation and enhanced durability.
  • Enhanced Efficiency: Enables fast sorting and organization of products, saving time and labor, ideal when you need to access specific items frequently.

With standard external dimensions of approximately 6.1m long × 2.4m wide × 2.6m high (internal volume around 31 cubic metre), this 20ft open side container maintains easy intermodal compatibility while delivering far greater accessibility than standard end-door models.

*Actual specifications may vary due to product enhancements. 

Please contact us for the latest details, pricing, customization options, or to request a quote.

Popular Uses for a 20ft Open Side Container

  • Pop-up retail, trade show booths, and mobile showrooms
  • Job site and construction material storage (pipe, lumber, palletized goods)
  • Warehouse/inventory overflow needing frequent forklift access
  • Oversized equipment or machinery storage
  • Custom container conversions and modifications

On a 20ft open side shipping container (also called a 20’ side opening shipping container), the side is equipped with heavy-duty, multi-panel (typically 4-leaf) bi-folding doors that run the full length of the container. These panels are designed to open in flexible configurations:

  • Partially for quick access to specific items
  • Fully, swinging open to 180° or 270° for complete, wide-open entry

The doors include extended handles and secure locking mechanisms, allowing smooth operation and reliable protection. This system, featured in our 20’ open side shipping containers in RAL 7035, makes forklift loading, unloading, and inventory management significantly easier compared to traditional containers.

The main difference lies in the door configuration and accessibility:

  • A standard 20ft container has double cargo doors only at one (or both) ends.
  • A 20ft open side shipping container adds full-length side doors that open along the entire 20ft side, providing much wider and more convenient access.

While both share the same external dimensions, weight capacity, and ISO compliance, the 20 ft shipping container with side doors excels when frequent entry, forklift access or handling of bulky/oversized cargo is required. Our 20ft open side shipping container in RAL 7035 delivers this enhanced functionality without sacrificing strength or security.

For in-depth details on shipping container sizes, weights, dimensions, and internal volumes, check out our comprehensive Container Technical Specifications guide.

An open side container offers several key advantages over standard containers:

  • Full-Side Access — Open the entire side for direct forklift entry and effortless loading/unloading of large or palletized items.
  • Faster Operations — Quick retrieval and sorting of goods without unloading the whole container, saving time and labor.
  • Greater Flexibility — Ideal for frequent access, events, pop-up shops, trade shows, or projects requiring easy entry.
  • Improved Efficiency — Perfect for oversized cargo, machinery, construction materials, or inventory that needs regular handling.
  • Versatile Applications — Excellent for storage, logistics, mobile workspaces, promotional setups, and custom modifications.

At BSL Containers, our 20’ open side shipping container maximizes these benefits with premium build quality and the clean, professional RAL 7035 finish.

Yes, the 20ft open side shipping container is an excellent choice for long-term outdoor storage. It is constructed from corrosion-resistant Corten steel, features wind- and watertight rubber seals on both the side and end doors, and includes secure locking systems (padlock-compatible with optional lockbox). This ensures reliable protection against weather, pests, and unauthorized access. The durable design and factory-fresh RAL 7035 finish also resist fading and wear, making our 20 ft shipping container with side doors a robust, low-maintenance solution for secure, long-term outdoor use.

A 20 side opening shipping container is another common name for the 20ft open side shipping container — a 20-foot ISO container with full-length bi-folding doors on one side, in addition to standard end doors. The "side opening" design allows the entire side to swing open for direct forklift access, making it a popular choice for businesses needing fast, wide-access loading in the US market.

BSL Containers supplies new 20 open side shipping containers finished in RAL 7035 (with other RAL colors available) to customers across the US. Each unit is built to ISO standards from corrosion-resistant Corten steel. Contact us for current pricing, availability, and delivery to your location.