Used 20ft Side Opening Shipping Container (8ft 6in High) with Double Side Doors | UK Stock

Used 20ft Side Access Shipping Container with 8ft Side Doors

Searching for a practical, secure, and versatile storage solution? Our Used 20ft Side Opening Shipping Container with an additional 8ft side panel door is engineered to solve complex storage and loading challenges. Standard end – loading containers can make retrieving equipment stored deep inside difficult. By incorporating an 8ft wide side panel door, this container provides dual – point access, allowing you to load over – sized goods, pallets, or machinery using a forklift with complete ease.

Every used container supplied by Shipping Storage Containers UK undergoes a rigorous multi – point inspection by our structural engineers. We guarantee that your unit will be structural sound, structurally secure, and 100% wind and watertight (WWT) to keep your equipment protected from harsh British weather.

Key Features & Benefits

• Dual – Point Loading Access: Features both standard double end doors and a factory – fitted or professionally retrofitted 8ft side door panel. 20ft side door storage container UK Load equipment using forklifts or access specific inventory without unloading the entire unit.

• Corten Steel Construction: Manufactured from weather – resistant corrugated Corten steel, ensuring exceptional structural integrity and protection against rust.

• Heavy – Duty Flooring: Outfitted with 28mm marine – grade plywood flooring, designed to handle high point – loads, heavy foot traffic, and forklift operations.

• Enhanced Security Options: End doors come standard with high – security lock boxes to house heavy – duty padlocks, protecting your valuables from theft and vandalism.

• Versatile Industrial Applications: Perfect for construction site storage, commercial inventory overflow, farm equipment storage, or as a base structure for pop – up shops and container conversions.

Technical Specifications & Dimensions of used 20ft container with side doors

External Dimensions

Measurement	Imperial	Metric
Length	20 ft 0 in	6,058 mm
Width	8 ft 0 in	2,438 mm
Height	8 ft 6 in	2,591 mm

Internal Dimensions

Measurement	Imperial	Metric
Length	19 ft 4 in	5,898 mm
Width	7 ft 8 in	2,352 mm
Height	7 ft 10 in	2,393 mm

Door Opening Dimensions

Door Access	Opening Width	Opening Height
Standard End Doors	7 ft 8 in (2,340 mm)	7 ft 5 in (2,280 mm)
Side Panel Doors	8 ft 0 in (2,438 mm)	7 ft 4 in (2,235 mm)

Structural Weight & Capacity

Metric	Measurement
Tare Weight	~2,350 kg (5,180 lbs)
Max Payload	~28,130 kg (62,015 lbs)
Gross Weight	~30,480 kg (67,195 lbs)
Internal Volume	33.2 m³ (1,172 cu. ft.)

Understanding Used Container Condition & Grading

When buying a used 20ft shipping container in the UK, understanding its condition is essential. Our used units typically have 10 – 15 years of operational service in international shipping lines before being retired to domestic storage use.

• Cosmetic Appearance: Expect original shipping line liveries, surface rust, localized denting, and panel repairs. These aesthetics do not compromise the structural integrity.

• Structural Guarantee: Guaranteed straight frames, fully functional door hinges, intact rubber door gaskets, and a leak – free interior space.

Delivery & Site Preparation Guidelines

We deliver nationwide across England, Scotland, and Wales using specialized HIAB crane – assisted haulage vehicles.

1. Hard Surface Required: The delivery location must feature a flat, solid surface such as concrete, tarmac, or consolidated gravel.

2. Overhead Clearance: Ensure there are no low – hanging power lines, tree branches, or building overhangs obstructing the HIAB crane arm.

3. Access Width: Requires a minimum clear access width of 10ft (3 metres) for the transport truck to maneuver safely onto your property.