Open Sided Containers

Side opening shipping container

For flexible storage and transport solutions, our side opening shipping containers provide convenience. With options in 20ft, and 40ft sizes, TITAN’s open side shipping containers enable efficient access and secure storage for a range of goods, including oversized and unusually shaped items. Explore how a side door shipping container can transform your storage and transport capabilities.
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    Fast delivery nationwide

    Huge New Zealand-wide network of depots to keep your delivery costs down.
  • Unbeatable Choice of Containers

    Unbeatable choice of containers

    Small to large containers. Plus, high cubes, offshore containers and more.
  • 550,000+ Containers Delivered

    550,000+ containers delivered

    Thousands have trusted us for their storage solutions since 1987.
  • Friendly, Efficient Support

    Friendly, efficient support

    Quickly track down exactly what you need with our helpful expert team.
Open Sided Containers

Key features

  • Lockbox
    Lock box included (most models)
  • Wind and watertight
    Wind and watertight 
  • Fully air vented
    Fully air vented
  • Eco-friendly bamboo flooring
    Eco-friendly bamboo flooring 
  • Also available as high cube model
    Also available as high cube model
  • Multiple lashing points
    Multiple lashing points
Open sided containers

Specifications

20ft
40ft
20ft Side Door Container Rentals - with Lock Box

Colours

Want your containers to really fit in? Check all available colours here (some always in stock, others to order).

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Certificates

  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
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Weight & capacity

  • Tare weight
    3,180kg
    7,010.7lb
  • Floor area
    13.50m²
    143.1ft²
  • Capacity
    31.07m³
    1,097.2ft³
  • NZ-pallets 11

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

External dimensions

  • Length
    6.06m
    20ft
  • Width
    2.43m
    8ft
  • Height
    2.60m
    8.6ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Internal dimensions

  • Length
    5.90m
    19.4ft
  • Width
    2.29m
    7.5ft
  • Height
    2.30m
    7.6ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

40ft High Cube Side Door Containers for Hire

Colours

Want your containers to really fit in? Check all available colours here (some always in stock, others to order).

Light blueBlueDark blueGreenLight grey

Certificates

  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
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Weight & capacity

  • Tare weight
    5.20kg
    11,464.0lb
  • Floor area
    27.54m²
    305ft²
  • Capacity
    66.94m³
    2,364.0ft³
  • NZ-pallets 23

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

External dimensions

  • Length
    12.19m
    40ft
  • Width
    2.43m
    8ft
  • Height
    2.90m
    9.6ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Internal dimensions

  • Length
    12.03m
    39.5ft
  • Width
    2.29m
    7.5ft
  • Height
    2.45m
    8ft

All measurements should be used as a guide. Small variations can and do apply.

Rent Side Door Container
Full side access containers

Introducing the easy way to store and ship difficult cargo

Side door containers… side opening containers… open sided containers… full side access containers. Shipping containers that have an extra pair of doors on the side may have multiple names, but they all do the same thing.

They enable you to store or transport awkwardly shaped or extra-wide goods and wide loads with ease.

If you have large machinery parts such as turbines, long wooden beams or anything else that’s awkward to load into a standard container using the end doors alone, side door container hire is the way to go.

Side Door Container For Sale

Why choose a side door shipping container?

Our side door shipping containers are engineered to meet the needs of various industries. These containers feature dual side doors, allowing easy access to your goods and minimising loading times. Ideal for personal and commercial use, these versatile containers can serve as shipping containers for rent or be purchased for permanent needs.

Choose TITAN for options in:

  • Side opening shipping containers for quick access and seamless storage.
  • 20ft and 40ft shipping container models for transporting larger, bulkier items.
  • Customisable features for your unique storage requirements.

Easy access to your goods when you need it

The other reason people choose to rent a side door container from TITAN is that it provides unbeatable access to your products in storage. When you open from the side, the entire length of your container is laid out in front of you.

This can speed up loading and unloading – and give you quick access to stock, tools or personal items whenever needed. The two large bifold doors at the side can be rapidly opened and closed in just a few seconds.

Our side opening shipping containers are probably the most versatile shipping containers on the market. They have two wide doors at the side, as well as the traditional two doors at the end that you’d expect to see on standard shipping containers.

A 20ft side opening container is what clients ask us for again and again. It’s just the right size for storing or transporting bulky items, or for use as temporary retail or catering units too. Or go extra-large with a 40ft high cube side opening container!

Why not fill in our enquiry form for a free, no-obligation quote?

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Who uses our side door containers?

Industries ranging from agriculture to retail use our side door containers for their unique accessibility and versatility:

  • Easy access to tools – perfect for window cleaners, mechanics, builders, plumbers, carpenters and other tradespeople.
  • Masses of easy-access business storage – our side access containers serve as incredibly accessible mini warehouses for grocers, retailers, fruit pickers, recycling centres and many other types of business.
  • The quickest possible loading time – especially for wide loads. Just forklift straight in!
  • A temporary workspace or showroom – if you’re holding an event, showing off your wares or even running a class of some kind, a side door containers lets you keep everything indoors while letting fresh air in.
  • A home extension for a month or two – many people who rent full side access containers from us are renovating their property and need to put all their possessions somewhere safe for a while. There’s no easier way to load up a container than when it has side doors.
  • Construction sites benefit from quick access to tools and materials.
  • Retail and events use them as mobile, pop-up storage solutions.
  • Pharmaceuticals and perishables are securely stored in our cool room for rent.

Our shipping containers for sale offer customisable options for long-term needs. See what our side door containers can do for your business!

If you’re ready to buy containers that match your storage needs, TITAN has you covered. We also offer storage containers for rent for temporary projects.

Side Door Container For Rent

Key features of our side door containers

Our side door containers come with numerous benefits:

  • Convenient side access for effortless loading and unloading.
  • Weatherproof construction to protect against the elements.
  • Variety of colours are available to match your business needs.

Discover more on our Container hire page to explore the possibilities.

Versatile open sided shipping containers

Our open sided shipping containers are perfect for accommodating extra-wide or long goods that don’t fit in standard containers. With bi-fold side doors, accessing your goods is a breeze, making these containers an excellent option for temporary retail units, construction site storage, or event setups. A shipping container with side doors can simplify and streamline your operations significantly.

High cube side opening containers for maximum storage

For those needing extra headroom, we offer high cube side door containers. Standing at 2.69m internally, these containers provide an additional 20cm height, making them ideal for transporting taller items or stacking goods.

Need a side door container solution? Contact us for options including:

  • Shipping containers for hire.
  • Insulated, refrigerated models for temperature-sensitive items.
  • Variety of sizes for different storage requirements.
Side Door Container For Hire

Doors wherever you need them

TITAN is one of New Zealand’s largest container specialists, with depots at destinations all over the country (North Island and South Island).

When we say we have a wide choice of side door containers to rent, we mean it. You can choose from having the end door on the left of your container, the right of your container – or even a container with a set of side doors on both sides.

And, when specifically requested, we can even provide one with doors at both ends if required.

Our standard height side door container is 2.35m – which is more than enough for most customers, but if you need extra headroom, why not choose our high cube model?

Who uses side door opening shipping containers?

Industries ranging from agriculture to retail use our side door containers for their unique accessibility and versatility:

  • Construction sites benefit from quick access to tools and materials.
  • Retail and events use them as mobile, pop-up storage solutions.
  • Pharmaceuticals and perishables are securely stored in our freezer containers for rent.

Our shipping containers for sale offer customisable options for long-term needs. See what our side door containers can do for your business!

If you’re ready to buy containers that match your storage needs, TITAN has you covered. We also offer storage containers for rent for temporary projects.

Shipping container rental options

At TITAN, we provide comprehensive container hire services, including our popular side door models. With over 35 years of experience, we’re committed to delivering quality and value to our customers throughout New Zealand.

Need more information? Check out our shipping container page for available models or inquire directly about our side opening shipping containers.

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  • ISO Certification 9001
  • ISO Certification 14001 TITAN Containers
  • CE Certification TITAN Containers
  • HACCP Certificate
  • Good Distribution Practice Certificate
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