40ft Side Opening Shipping Container hire in Australia

Ideal for storing large items that are difficult to fit through the doors of a Standard Shipping Container, such as machinery, long equipment and oversized goods.

Offering a wide 12-metre opening bi-fold side doors, these containers are especially forklift-friendly, as the spacious side access allows forklifts to easily load directly into the container for efficient packing and unloading. 

Features

  • Large 12-metre side opening – Full side access to your stored goods

  • Easy forklift access – Makes retrieving goods more efficient.

  • Weather and vermin proof – Built for Australian weather conditions.

  • Discounts for longer-term hires – Extra savings on 18+ month terms.

40ft Side Opening Hire Pricing

As of September 2026, the price to hire 40ft Side Opening High Cube Shipping Containers starts from $560* per month. Price excludes GST and delivery. Container Traders offers discounts for longer-term hires. For the best price on 40ft Side Opening High Cube Shipping Containers delivered across Australia, contact the Container Traders team today.

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40ft Side Opening High Cube Container $580* /mth $560* /mth

*Prices exclude GST and delivery. Last updated: 1 September 2026

40ft Side Opening High Cube Shipping Containers are great for:

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Keep your personal items dry & safe

Hiring 40ft Side Opening High Cube Shipping Containers are a great option when you need extra space at home. Store furniture, clothes, tools or anything else that needs to stay dry and secure during a renovation or life change.

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Easy storage for businesses and worksites

Hiring 40ft Side Opening High Cube Shipping Containers gives you extra space for tools, stock or machinery. It’s ideal for busy worksites, growing businesses, or anyone needing short-term storage without the cost of buying.

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Short-term storage for events and festivals

If you’re running an event or festival, a hired shipping container can store stock, tents and equipment. It’s quick to deliver, easy to access, and ready to be picked up when you’re finished.

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Hire a shipping container for your next move

Hiring 40ft Side Opening High Cube Shipping Containers for moving gives you the freedom to pack at your own pace. We’ll drop it off at your place, and once you’re ready, we’ll collect it and deliver it straight to your new home. It’s a hassle-free, flexible way to move.

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FAQ’s

Looking to learn more about 40ft Side Opening High Cube Shipping Containers? We’ve answered some of the common questions our sales team gets asked.

  • Side Opening Containers are primarily used for loading bulk goods easily by providing full-length side access for forklifts and oversized cargo.

    At Container Traders, we find these units are the preferred choice for homeowners, businesses, and farms requiring easy access to items that won’t fit through standard end doors. Common applications include:

    • Palletised Inventory: Fast forklift loading for logistics and retail.
    • Oversized Machinery: Storing long steel beams, timber, or wide equipment.
    • Pop-up Storefronts: Rapidly deployed retail, cafés, or event kiosks.
    • Farming Supplies: Accessible storage for bulk feed, seed, and machinery.
    • Home Storage: Easy-access furniture storage during major renovations.

  • Yes. Despite the additional doors, they come with heavy-duty locking mechanisms and lockboxes for added security.

  • Yes, you can hire a Shipping Container for as long as you need. Alternatively, if you prefer to make a more permanent investment, we also offer the option to purchase a Shipping Container.

  • Delivery is typically quick. Once your agreement is finalised, we’ll allocate your container and arrange for a local contractor to handle the delivery. This usually takes just one or two days, and sometimes even the next day.

  • The 20ft Side Opening Containers have a tare (unloaded) weight of 3,670kg and can support a massive maximum payload of 30,330kg, giving you plenty of capacity for your heaviest gear.

  • Standard shipping containers – the minimum hire period is 3 months.

    Specialised shipping containers – the minimum hire period is 9 months.

  • The advantage of hiring a Shipping Container is that it offers a reduced upfront cost compared to purchasing, making it a more budget-friendly option. Additionally, hiring provides flexibility, allowing you to adjust your storage needs as they change. You can easily off-hire the container when it’s no longer required, saving on ongoing costs and offering the convenience to scale up or down as needed.

  • At Container Traders, our full-side or multi-door (2, 3, or 4-door) Side Opening Shipping Containers let you load long or palletised goods directly by forklift, pallet jack, or hand, plus you can partition the space into separate zones for easy access to specific items without unpacking the whole container.

  • Our 20ft Side Opening Containers measure 6,058mm long, 2,438mm wide, and 2,591mm high on the exterior. If you need more room, Container Traders also offers 40ft Side Opening Containers or add an extra foot of vertical space with our High Cube range. For more information on the side opening dimensions, view our dimensions page.

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Dimension & specifications

  • 40ft Side Opening High Cube Shipping Container Dimensions

    EXTERNAL
    Internal
    WEIGHT

    Length

    12,190 mm

    Length

    12,030 mm

    Empty Weight

    5,800 kg

    Width

    2,438 mm

    Width

    2,287 mm

    Max Gross Weight

    30,480 kg

    Height

    2,895 mm

    Height

    2,460 mm

    Max Payload

    24,680 kg

*Measurements are indicative only and not to exact mm.

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Prefer to buy a 40ft Side Opening Shipping Container?

You can buy a 40ft Side Opening Shipping Container starting from $18,000 - $21,000 + GST. No ongoing costs, and the flexibility to modify, relocate or resell it whenever you like.

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How does hiring a shipping container in Australia work?

Container Traders makes hiring a shipping container easy with flexible rental terms and delivery Australia-wide

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Select from 10ft, 20ft & 40ft shipping containers for hire and your preferred hire term. Our team will send you our best quote for delivery.

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We deliver anywhere in Australia

Enjoy fast delivery Australia-wide. We handle the logistics and position your container exactly where you need it at your home or workplace.

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We collect when you’re done

When you are finished with the shipping container hire, just let us know and we’ll arrange a prompt collection.

Why hire a shipping container from Container Traders?

We've been hiring shipping containers to Australians since 2016, with competitive rates, fast delivery and an Australian-based team that handles everything from start to finish. Most of our work comes from repeat customers and referrals, and we stock 10ft, 20ft and 40ft containers to suit whatever you need on site.

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