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20ft Open Side Conex Box for Sale
A 20ft open side conex box has full-length doors down one side as well as cargo doors on the end. Swing the side open and you can reach the whole interior at once, load pallets with a forklift along its length, or turn the box into a stall, bar or display space.
Condition
How you’d like it
- External (L × W × H)
- 20′ × 8′ × 8′ 6″
- Capacity
- ≈ 1,170 cu ft
- Tare weight
- ≈ 4,900 lb
Price depends on condition, grade and delivery distance. See what goes into a quote, or request one for a delivered price to your ZIP code.
Pricing, availability, and delivery are confirmed when you request a quote.
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Price
Upfront, competitive prices
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Accessories
Free shipping accessories
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Delivery
Delivery in 5 to 10 days
About the 20ft open side conex box
An open side container has full-length doors along one side in addition to the standard cargo doors on the end. Swing the side doors open and the whole length of the box is accessible at once.
That wide opening makes it easy to load pallets with a forklift, reach any item without unloading the rest, or turn the unit into a stall, bar, or display space that opens to the public.
Why 20ft?
The most popular size we sell. It balances space, cost, and easy delivery, and fits on most residential and commercial sites.
What fits
About the contents of a one- to two-bedroom home, or roughly 10 standard pallets.
Who buys a 20ft open side conex box?
Best for: inventory you reach every day, where digging to the back of a standard box wastes time; loading pallets side-on with a forklift; market stalls, bars and event booths that open to the public; and long or awkward equipment.
Both the side doors and the end doors lock, so it’s as secure as a standard container when closed. Open side units cost more than a standard 20ft, so if you only need one wide opening, ask whether a standard box with a roll-up door modification would do the same job.
Key features
- Full-length side doors that open the entire side
- Standard double cargo doors on one end
- Lockable doors on both openings
- Corten steel construction
- Hardwood or marine-plywood floor
Popular uses
- Forklift loading along the length
- Inventory you need to reach every day
- Market stalls, bars, and pop-up shops
- Equipment and tool storage
- Event and exhibition spaces
Choose what suits your budget
Available conditions
Ask for current photos and grade details of any unit before you decide.
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Available
New
Also called one-trip. Typically shipped once from the factory, so expect clean paint, tight door seals, and little or no wear.
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Available
Used
Has been in service. Expect dents, surface rust, and faded or mismatched paint; graded cargo-worthy or wind and watertight.
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Available
Customized
- Customized
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Starts from a new or used unit and is modified to your plan, such as doors, windows, shelving, insulation, or electrical.
About custom builds
Good to know
Questions about this container
What fits in a 20ft container?
About the contents of a one- to two-bedroom home, or roughly 10 standard pallets. Exact capacity depends on how the space is packed.
How wide is the side opening on a 20ft open side container?
Close to the full length of the box, about 19 feet, with full-height doors. Exact dimensions vary by manufacturer.
Can I load an open side container with a forklift?
Yes. That’s the main reason people choose one. Make sure there’s firm, level ground alongside the open side for the forklift to work.
Can I rent this container instead of buying it?
Yes. Choose Buy, Rent or Rent to own above and request a quote, and we’ll confirm what’s available for this unit in your area. See how conex rental and rent-to-own work.
Does the quote include delivery?
Delivery depends on your location, site access and the container selected. Share your ZIP or postal code when you request a quote so those details can be checked.
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