Visual size guide
Visual size guide
Skip bin hire in Australia is usually compared in cubic metres, but the right size also depends on waste type, driveway access, council placement rules and whether the material is heavy.
Use the live catalogue below to compare common skip bin sizes, footprints and capacity before checking local availability.
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The 2 cubic metre mini skip bin is ideal for small rubbish removal jobs such as household clean-ups, hard rubbish, green waste, or minor renovation waste.
Capacity
2.62 yd³
2 m³
Footprint
6.2 ft x 5.2 ft
1.9 m x 1.6 m
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The 3 cubic metre mini skip bin is suited to small rubbish removal jobs such as household clean-ups, hard rubbish, green waste, and minor renovation waste.
Capacity
3.92 yd³
3.0 m³
Footprint
7.9 ft x 5.2 ft
2.4 m x 1.6 m
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The 4 cubic metre skip bin is suited to small renovations, hard rubbish clean-ups, green waste, and light construction and demolition waste where a compact skip bin hire option is needed.
Capacity
5.23 yd³
4.0 m³
Footprint
9.2 ft x 5.2 ft
2.8 m x 1.6 m
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A 6 cubic metre marrel skip bin is suited to medium rubbish removal jobs, including hard rubbish, green waste, renovation debris and light construction and demolition waste.
Capacity
7.85 yd³
6.0 m³
Footprint
11.8 ft x 5.2 ft
3.6 m x 1.6 m
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The 8 cubic metre marrel skip bin is suited to larger home clean-ups, hard rubbish, green waste, and light construction and demolition waste.
Capacity
10.46 yd³
8.0 m³
Footprint
13.8 ft x 5.2 ft
4.2 m x 1.6 m
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A 10 cubic metre hook lift bin is suited to larger rubbish removal jobs, including commercial clean-ups, hard rubbish, green waste and construction and demolition waste.
Capacity
13.08 yd³
10.0 m³
Footprint
13.8 ft x 5.9 ft
4.2 m x 1.8 m
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A 12 cubic metre hook lift bin is suited to larger rubbish removal jobs, including construction and demolition waste, commercial waste, bulky hard rubbish and mixed site clean-ups.
Capacity
15.70 yd³
12.0 m³
Footprint
15.7 ft x 5.9 ft
4.8 m x 1.8 m
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A 15 cubic metre hook lift bin is suited to large clean-ups, commercial waste, bulky hard rubbish, green waste, and construction and demolition waste.
Capacity
19.62 yd³
15.0 m³
Footprint
19.7 ft x 7.9 ft
6.0 m x 2.4 m
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The 20 cubic metre hook lift bin suits large rubbish removal projects, including construction and demolition waste, bulky hard rubbish and commercial waste.
Capacity
26.16 yd³
20.0 m³
Footprint
19.7 ft x 7.9 ft
6.0 m x 2.4 m
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A 30 cubic metre hook lift bin is suited to large construction and demolition waste, commercial clean-ups, bulky hard rubbish and high-volume rubbish removal projects.
Capacity
39.24 yd³
30.0 m³
Footprint
21.3 ft x 7.9 ft
6.5 m x 2.4 m
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Before you choose
What affects skip bin size in Australia
Heavy loads need care
Soil, concrete, bricks, tiles and demolition waste can reach load limits quickly. Smaller bins or clean-load rules may apply.
Council rules can affect placement
Road, verge, nature strip and public area placement rules can vary by council. Private driveway placement is usually simpler when access is clear.
Waste type affects the right bin
Green waste, mixed household waste, renovation debris and hard rubbish may be priced or handled differently.
Comparison table
Dimensions and load limits
| Size |
Capacity |
Length |
Width |
Height |
Empty weight (kg) |
Max load (kg) |
| 2 Cubic Metre Mini Skip Bin |
2.62 yd³
2 m³
|
6.2 ft
1.9 m
|
5.2 ft
1.6 m
|
3.0 ft
tbc0.9
|
180-250 kg |
2000 kg |
| 3 Cubic Metre Mini Skip Bin |
3.92 yd³
3.0 m³
|
7.9 ft
2.4 m
|
5.2 ft
1.6 m
|
3.3 ft
1.0 m
|
250-350 kg |
3000 kg |
| 4 Cubic Metre Skip Bin |
5.23 yd³
4.0 m³
|
9.2 ft
2.8 m
|
5.2 ft
1.6 m
|
3.6 ft
1.1 m
|
300-450 kg |
4000 kg |
| 6 Cubic Metre Marrel Skip Bin |
7.85 yd³
6.0 m³
|
11.8 ft
3.6 m
|
5.2 ft
1.6 m
|
3.9 ft
1.2 m
|
500-700 kg |
6000 kg |
| 8 Cubic Metre Marrel Skip Bin |
10.46 yd³
8.0 m³
|
13.8 ft
4.2 m
|
5.2 ft
1.6 m
|
4.6 ft
1.4 m
|
700-900 kg |
8000 kg |
| 10 Cubic Metre Hook Lift Bin |
13.08 yd³
10.0 m³
|
13.8 ft
4.2 m
|
5.9 ft
1.8 m
|
5.9 ft
1.8 m
|
1100-1500 kg |
10000 kg |
| 12 Cubic Metre Hook Lift Bin |
15.70 yd³
12.0 m³
|
15.7 ft
4.8 m
|
5.9 ft
1.8 m
|
5.9 ft
1.8 m
|
1300-1700 kg |
12000 kg |
| 15 Cubic Metre Hook Lift Bin |
19.62 yd³
15.0 m³
|
19.7 ft
6.0 m
|
7.9 ft
2.4 m
|
4.9 ft
1.5 m
|
1700-2200 kg |
15000 kg |
| 20 Cubic Metre Hook Lift Bin |
26.16 yd³
20.0 m³
|
19.7 ft
6.0 m
|
7.9 ft
2.4 m
|
6.6 ft
2.0 m
|
2000-2600 kg |
20000 kg |
| 30 Cubic Metre Hook Lift Bin |
39.24 yd³
30.0 m³
|
21.3 ft
6.5 m
|
7.9 ft
2.4 m
|
7.9 ft
2.4 m
|
2500-3500 kg |
20000 kg |
Maximum loads are indicative and vary by waste type, vehicle restrictions, and local operator policies. Heavy materials such as soil, concrete, bricks, and hardcore may require smaller containers even when volume is available.
FAQ
Skip bin size FAQs
Use these notes before comparing local skip bin options.
Are skip bins measured in cubic metres?
Yes. Australian skip bins are commonly compared in cubic metres, but footprint, access and waste weight also matter.
Can I put soil or concrete in a large skip bin?
Not always. Heavy materials can require smaller bins or dedicated clean-load options because of weight restrictions.
Do I need council approval?
You may need approval if the bin is placed on a road, verge or public area. Rules vary by council.
