20ft Bolster Shipping Containers: Prices, Dimensions and Delivery

The 20ft Bolster Shipping Container, also known as a platform shipping container, is purpose-built with an open steel deck and no roof or walls. A Bolster Shipping Container is perfect for transporting machinery, vehicles, and other oversized loads. Our units feature a reinforced floor and tie-down points along both sides to keep heavy cargo secure during transit.

20ft Bolster Containers are the choice for mining and heavy haulage operators moving bulky freight. Container Traders stocks new and used 20ft Bolster Shipping Containers for sale across our Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth depots with Australia-wide delivery.

How much does a 20ft Bolster Shipping Container cost?

As of October 2026, the price to buy a 20ft Bolster shipping container starts from $9,000 - $12,000 for a new build container. Price excludes GST and delivery. For the best price on 20ft Bolster Shipping Containers delivered across Australia, contact the Container Traders team today.

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*Prices exclude GST and delivery. Last updated: 27 October 2026

Features

  • Engineered for heavy load performance – Built to handle extreme weight demands with confidence and control.

  • Space saving, stackable design – Maximises vertical space without compromising safety or structural integrity.

  • Great for heavy machinery and supplies – Their open, flatbed design can accommodate oversized, heavy, or irregularly shaped loads that traditional containers can’t handle.

  • Multiple securement points – Equipped with various tie-down points, providing secure anchoring options for loads of all sizes.

20ft Bolster Shipping Containers are great for:

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    Transporting oversized machinery
    Perfect for moving large or oddly-shaped equipment like turbines, engines, pipes, or construction vehicles that wouldn’t fit in a standard container.
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    Transport to bridges
    Use as a load bearing crossing across small gullies or ditches.
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    Mobile generator platform
    Mount large generators onto the bolster for a mobile, heavy-duty power solution on construction sites, events, or remote operations.
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    Modular foundation base
    Use as a stable, relocatable base for other modular buildings or containers, especially in temporary or rugged environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Looking to learn more about 20ft Bolster Shipping Containers? We've answered some of the common questions our sales team gets asked.

  • A Bolster Shipping Container is a heavy-duty steel platform without walls or a roof, designed for cargo that exceeds standard container dimensions. It provides a reinforced base for oversized items that need to be secured for transport across Australian metro and regional locations.

    • Heavy machinery and plant equipment
    • Extra wide pipes or timber
    • Large industrial steel structures
    • Oversized vehicle components
  • Container Traders customers typically use Bolster Containers for cargo that is too wide, tall, or heavy for enclosed units. These heavy-duty platforms are commonly used for:

    • Heavy machinery and plant equipment: excavators, drill rigs, tractors, and mining components.
    • Extra wide pipes or timber: large-diameter culverts, utility poles, and bulk timber bundles.
    • Large industrial steel structures: prefabricated beams, trusses, frames, and gantry sections.
    • Oversized vehicle components: truck chassis, large engines, aircraft parts, and heavy-duty axles.
  • Cargo is secured directly to the reinforced steel base using integrated lashing rings and heavy-duty tie-down points located along the side rails. Most operators utilise high-tensile chains, ratchet straps, and timber blocking to ensure oversized loads remain stationary and compliant with Australian transport safety standards.

  • Bolster Containers have specific weight limits based on their size. A 20ft Bolster has an empty weight (tare weight) of 1,940kg and a max payload of 24,360kg. The larger 40ft Bolster has an empty weight (tare weight) of 4,220kg and supports a max payload of 26,260kg.

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