If you are new to the industry you may be wondering:
‘How big is a skip bin?’
It’s one of the most frequently asked questions we get from customers making a hire for the first time. And it’s a great place to start!
You’ve definitely seen skip bins around town, perhaps at a home renovation or construction site. Maybe on the front lawn of a neighbour’s home while they get that new pool installed – jealous! But I’m guessing you haven’t stopped to take a good look at exactly how much wasted is packed into a bin.
Don’t worry – we are here to help and set you on the right path.
The long and the short of it is that skip bins come in a huge range of sizes. We have bins to suit the needs of all customers, whether you are cleaning out your home or building a new one. There are also several bin types – we’ll get to this later. Let us explain.
Skip and Hook Bin Sizes
At JUMBO our skip bins range from a small size of 2m cubed to as large as 20m cubed.
- Regular skip bins come in the smaller sizes – 2m to 10m cubed.
- Hook bins are larger and are a great option for construction sites. At JUMBO our hook bins range from 10m to 20m cubed.
If you want to learn more about hook bins to understand if they are right for your job, read our detailed guide on hook bins.
Related: Everything You Need To Know About Hook Bins
What Fits in a Skip Bin?
So now that we have the sizes covered – let’s paint you a picture.
As a guideline, 1 Cubic Meter ≅ 4 Wheelie Bins ≅ 10 Standard Wheelbarrow Loads ≅ 1 Standard Box Trailer worth of rubbish.
Our website has epic graphics to help you visualise each size. Just click the bin size you are looking at to view more details.
- A 2m skip bin is approximately equal to 2 enclosed trailers or 8 regular wheelie bins.
- A 3m skip bin is approximately equal to 3 enclosed trailers or 12 regular wheelie bins.
- A 4m skip bin is approximately equal to 4 enclosed trailers or 16 regular wheelie bins.
- A 6m skip bin is approximately equal to 6 enclosed trailers or 24 regular wheelie bins.
- An 8m skip bin is approx equal to 8 enclosed trailers or 32 regular wheelie bins.
- A 10m skip bin is approx equal to 10 enclosed trailers or 40 regular wheelie bins.
- A 10m hook bin is approximately equal to 10 box trailers or 40 regular wheelie bins.
- A 12m hook bin is approximately equal to 12 box trailers or 48 regular wheelie bins.
- A 15m hook bin is approximately equal to 13 box trailers or 60 regular wheelie bins.
- A 20m hook bin is approximately equal to 20 box trailers or 80 regular wheelie bins.
If you are considering one of our smaller skip bins, consider how many large items need to go into the bin. This will help you get a feel for the right size.
For example – for household clean ups if you are disposing of a couch, fridge, washer/dryer or mattresses then you will need to hire a larger bin (6m recommended). However, if you only had a few of these items, you could size down a little. The more you can disassemble items before disposal, the more you will fit into the bin.
For larger jobs, from a construction site for example, you’ll be looking for a larger size regular skip or a hook bin. You may be interested in our specialised bins.
Related: Specialised Skip Bins at JUMBO
Looking for the Specific Bin Dimensions?
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Length |
Width |
Height |
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|
2m skip bin |
Internal |
1.8m |
1.5m |
0.95m |
|
External |
1.9m |
1.7m |
1m |
|
|
3m skip bin |
Internal |
2.4m |
1.5m |
0.95m |
|
External |
2.5m |
1.7m |
1m |
|
|
4m skip bin |
Internal |
3.2m |
1.5m |
0.95m |
|
External |
3.3m |
1.7m |
1m |
|
|
6m skip bin |
Internal |
3.6m |
1.5m |
1.25m |
|
External |
3.7m |
1.7m |
1.3m |
|
|
8m skip bin |
Internal |
4m |
1.5m |
1.5m |
|
External |
4.1m |
1.7m |
1.55m |
|
|
10m skip bin |
Internal |
4.2m |
1.7m |
1.5m |
|
External |
4.3m |
1.9m |
1.55m |
|
|
10m hook bin |
Internal |
4.5m |
2m |
1.2m |
|
External |
5m |
2.3m |
1.45m |
|
|
12m hook bin |
Internal |
5.4m |
2.1m |
1.2m |
|
External |
5.8m |
2.4m |
1.42m |
|
|
15m hook bin |
Internal |
5.6m |
2.1m |
1.5m |
|
External |
6m |
2.4m |
1.72m |
Related: Skip Hire. Select The Right Bin
Picked your Bin Size? Now Remember that the Truck will need Space to Deliver.
It’s important not to just account for the skip bin dimensions, the truck used to deliver and pick up the skip will need to fit through your driveway (or the designated travel path). To prepare, make sure that you measure your gate width, take note of any overhead obstructions and monitor the ground conditions or underground services that could be impacted – trucks are heavy.
Related: 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Skip Bin
Need Some More Help with Skip Hire?
This blog was written for those looking to hire for the first time and wondering exactly how big a skip bin is. We trust you’ve got all the info to choose the right size for your job. Our expert team are of course, on hand and always happy to help if you want some extra assurance.
Give us a call on 1800 458 626, or email [email protected]
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