20ft Half Height Containers with Top Loading
Half Height Shipping Containers for sale stand at half the height of a standard 20ft Shipping Container, with a fully open top for loading heavy, dense materials by excavator, front-end loader, or conveyor belt. A removable hard lid locks down for dust containment during transit. The lower profile keeps the centre of gravity low and keeps dense cargo like ore, coal, gravel, and scrap metal within the rail weight limit.
Available in used 20ft grade with full ISO corner castings for stacking, crane lifting, and intermodal transport, Half Height Shipping Containers are widely used across mining, construction, and recycling.
How much does a 20ft Half Height Shipping Container cost?
As of October 2026
*Prices exclude GST and delivery. Last updated: 7 October 2026
Features
20ft Half Height Shipping Containers are great for:
Compact construction equipment storageIdeal for tools, small equipment and parts, the Half Height Container allows easy manual loading without heavy machinery.- On-site building material storageKeep bricks, tiles and concrete bags secure and accessible with a Half Height Container, no climbing required.
- Compact cargo storage for freight operationsPerfect for low-clearance transport or warehouse use in height-restricted spaces.
- Storage for smaller freightIdeal for quick-access goods like electronics, tools or consumer items in warehouses or distribution centres.
20ft Half Height Dimensions
*Measurements are indicative only and not to exact mm.
Shipping Container Grades, New & used
When buying 20ft Half Height Shipping Containers from Container Traders, it comes down to two grades. New Build is the go-to for street appeal and long-term longevity, while Cargo Worthy is the best choice when budget is the priority.
Shipping Container Delivery
Container Traders delivers 20ft Half Height Shipping Containers Australia wide. Our team works closely with you to choose the best, most cost-effective transport option for your site. For more info on how we deliver, visit our delivery guide.
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Customer Reviews
“We were very happy with all our dealings with Sam from Container Traders. He was extremely patient and very easy to work with. The container was just as he described. The delivery was very smooth and we were very happy with the whole process!“
Christine S.
“Container Traders are great to do business with. Their response was very prompt and professional. The quality of the container was excellent value for money. Delivery was amazingly easy and the driver was fantastic. Overall professional and great quality of service. They delivered exactly what they promised on time. Well done! Thanks Bryce.”
Lois J.
“Excellent quality containers & great service.
I purchased 3 containers and was super impressed with the quality of them all – practically brand new! Pricing was also excellent and they were really happy to be flexible and allow me to take delivery exactly when I needed them. Definitely would recommend these guys.”
Glenn W.
Great service throughout the process from enquiry, purchase and delivery. Easy to deal with, competitive pricing and skilled cheery operators. Made our move across Australia easier than anticipated and now we have a good storage unit.
K.S
“We needed a 40ft container quickly for my business, Fork Force Australia. Right from my initial contact the entire transaction was seamless and smooth. Nick was in contact almost straight away and made everything run great. They even delivered our container earlier than expected. I would highly recommend these guys.”
Steve D.
