🇬🇧 United Kingdom Size guide

UK skip sizes, dimensions and practical use

Use this guide to compare common skip capacities, dimensions, load limits, and the types of jobs each option usually suits.

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Before choosingSkip Hire
Volume is only part of the decision Heavy materials such as soil, concrete, bricks, rubble, hardcore, and dense construction waste may need a smaller container even when space is available.
Check access and placement Driveway width, road placement, permits, overhead cables, loading limits, and local operator rules can affect the best option.

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Skip size choice in the UK is usually about more than volume. The right option depends on the type of waste, where the skip can be placed, whether a permit is needed, and how heavy the load is likely to become.

Use the live catalogue below to compare common sizes, footprints, capacity and load guidance before checking local availability for your address.

2 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

2 CUBIC YARD SKIP

A 2 yd³ mini skip for small household clear-outs, garden waste and light DIY rubbish, holding around 20 bin bags and suited to driveways or tight spaces.

Capacity 2 yd³ 1.53 m³
Footprint 4.0 ft x 3.0 ft 1.20 m x 0.90 m
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3 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

3 CUBIC YARD SKIP

3 yard mini skip hire for small home clear-outs, DIY projects and garden waste. Holds around 30 bin bags and fits easily on most driveways.

Capacity 3 yd³ 2.29 m³
Footprint 4.6 ft x 3.3 ft 1.40 m x 1.00 m
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4 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

4 CUBIC YARD SKIP

4 yard builders skip hire ideal for home renovations, DIY projects and garden clearances. Holds around 40 bin bags and fits on most driveways.

Capacity 4 yd³ 3.06 m³
Footprint 6.0 ft x 4.2 ft 1.83 m x 1.29 m
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5 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

5 CUBIC YARD SKIP

5 yard skip hire perfect for medium home clear-outs, DIY renovations and garden waste. Holds around 50 bin bags and fits on most driveways.

Capacity 5 yd³ 3.82 m³
Footprint 7.0 ft x 5.0 ft 2.13 m x 1.52 m
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6 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

6 CUBIC YARD SKIP

6 yard builders skip hire ideal for large household clear-outs, building waste and renovation projects. Holds around 60 bin bags of waste.

Capacity 6 yd³ 4.59 m³
Footprint 8.5 ft x 5.5 ft 2.60 m x 1.68 m
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6 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP Skip

6 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP

6 yard lidded skip hire for secure waste storage, commercial waste and business premises.

Capacity 6 yd³ 4.59 m³
Footprint 8.5 ft x 5.5 ft 2.60 m x 1.68 m
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7 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

7 CUBIC YARD SKIP

7 yard skip hire ideal for large DIY projects, house clear-outs and renovation waste. Holds around 70 bin bags and fits on most driveways.

Capacity 7 yd³ 5.35 m³
Footprint 8.5 ft x 5.5 ft 2.60 m x 1.68 m
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8 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

8 CUBIC YARD SKIP

8 yard builders skip hire ideal for large household clear-outs, construction waste and renovation projects. Holds around 80 bin bags.

Capacity 8 yd³ 6.12 m³
Footprint 11 ft x 5.5 ft 3.35 m x 1.68 m
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8 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP Skip

8 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP

8 yard lidded skip hire ideal for secure commercial waste disposal and business waste storage.

Capacity 8 yd³ 6.12 m³
Footprint 11.0 ft x 5.5 ft 3.35 m x 1.68 m
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10 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

10 CUBIC YARD SKIP

10 yard skip hire ideal for bulky waste, large renovations and commercial clear-outs. Holds around 100 bin bags of waste.

Capacity 10 yd³ 7.65 m³
Footprint 11 ft x 5.5 ft 3.35 m x 1.68 m
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10 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP Skip

10 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP

10 yard lidded skip hire for secure business waste management and commercial waste disposal.

Capacity 10 yd³ 7.65 m³
Footprint 11.0 ft x 5.5 ft 3.35 m x 1.68 m
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12 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

12 CUBIC YARD SKIP

12 yard skip hire perfect for bulky waste disposal, house renovations and commercial clear-outs. Holds around 120 bin bags.

Capacity 12 yd³ 9.18 m³
Footprint 12.1 ft x 5.8 ft 3.70 m x 1.78 m
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12 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP Skip

12 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP

12 yard lidded skip hire ideal for large commercial waste volumes and secure waste storage.

Capacity 12 yd³ 9.18 m³
Footprint 12.1 ft x 5.8 ft 3.70 m x 1.78 m
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14 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

14 CUBIC YARD SKIP

14 yard skip hire ideal for large commercial waste, bulky furniture disposal and major building projects.

Capacity 14 yd³ 10.7 m³
Footprint 12.1 ft x 5.8 ft 3.70 m x 1.78 m
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14 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP Skip

14 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP

14 yard lidded skip hire for high-volume commercial waste disposal and secure waste containment.

Capacity 14 yd³ 10.7 m³
Footprint 12.1 ft x 5.8 ft 3.70 m x 1.78 m
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15 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP RoRo

15 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP

15 yard RoRo skip hire ideal for construction waste, commercial clear-outs and large bulky waste disposal.

Capacity 15 yd³ 11.47 m³
Footprint 20.0 ft x 8.2 ft 6.10 m x 2.50 m
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16 CUBIC YARD SKIP Skip

16 CUBIC YARD SKIP

16 yard skip hire ideal for commercial waste, shop refits and large building projects. Holds around 160 bin bags.

Capacity 16 yd³ 12.24 m³
Footprint 12.8 ft x 5.8 ft 3.90 m x 1.78 m
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16 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP Skip

16 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP

16 yard lidded skip hire ideal for large commercial waste volumes and secure waste management.

Capacity 16 yd³ 12.24 m³
Footprint 12.8 ft x 5.8 ft 3.90 m x 1.78 m
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20 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP RoRo

20 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP

20 yard RoRo skip hire for construction waste, commercial projects and large-scale waste disposal.

Capacity 20 yd³ 15.29 m³
Footprint 20 ft x 8.2 ft 6.10 m x 1.50 m
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25 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP RoRo

25 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP

25 yard RoRo skip hire ideal for industrial waste, demolition debris and large commercial projects.

Capacity 25 yd³ 19.11 m³
Footprint 20 ft x 8.2 ft 6.10 m x 2.50 m
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30 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP RoRo

30 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP

30 yard RoRo skip hire perfect for large construction sites, demolition waste and bulky commercial waste.

Capacity 30 yd³ 22.94 m³
Footprint 20 ft x 8.2 ft 6.10 m x 2.50 m
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35 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP RoRo

35 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP

35 yard RoRo skip hire ideal for high-volume commercial waste, construction sites and demolition projects.

Capacity 35 yd³ 26.76 m³
Footprint 21.3 ft x 8.2 ft 6.50 m x 2.50 m
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40 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP RoRo

40 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP

40 yard RoRo skip hire for large commercial waste, demolition debris and industrial waste disposal.

Capacity 40 yd³ 30.58 m³
Footprint 21.3 ft x 8.2 ft 6.50 m x 2.50 m
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6 WHEEL GRAB Grab

6 WHEEL GRAB

6 wheel grab lorry hire ideal for removing soil, hardcore, concrete and construction waste. Perfect for site clearances and bulk material collection.

Capacity tbc 10 m³
Footprint 24.6 ft x 8.2 ft 7.50 m x 2.50 m
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Before you choose

What to check before choosing a skip

Heavy waste can reduce the sensible size

Soil, concrete, bricks, rubble and hardcore can hit weight limits before a larger skip is full. For dense loads, a smaller skip or quote-first route is often safer.

Road placement may need a permit

A skip on a public road may need local authority permission, lights and safety markings. Driveway placement is simpler, but access and ground conditions still matter.

Dimensions vary by supplier

The measurements are a practical guide. The exact unit delivered can vary, so confirm the final dimensions, accepted waste and placement rules when booking.

Comparison table

Dimensions and load limits

Size Capacity Length Width Height Empty weight (kg) Max load (kg)
2 CUBIC YARD SKIP 2 yd³ 1.53 m³ 4.0 ft 1.20 m 3.0 ft 0.90 m 2.5 ft 0.76 m 150 kg 1000 kg
3 CUBIC YARD SKIP 3 yd³ 2.29 m³ 4.6 ft 1.40 m 3.3 ft 1.00 m 3.0 ft 0.90 m 220 kg 2000 kg
4 CUBIC YARD SKIP 4 yd³ 3.06 m³ 6.0 ft 1.83 m 4.2 ft 1.29 m 3.2 ft 0.97 m 300 kg 4000 kg
5 CUBIC YARD SKIP 5 yd³ 3.82 m³ 7.0 ft 2.13 m 5.0 ft 1.52 m 3.5 ft 1.07 m 400 kg 5000 kg
6 CUBIC YARD SKIP 6 yd³ 4.59 m³ 8.5 ft 2.60 m 5.5 ft 1.68 m 4.0 ft 1.22 m 500 kg 8000 kg
6 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP 6 yd³ 4.59 m³ 8.5 ft 2.60 m 5.5 ft 1.68 m 4.9 ft 1.50 m 500 kg 8000 kg
7 CUBIC YARD SKIP 7 yd³ 5.35 m³ 8.5 ft 2.60 m 5.5 ft 1.68 m 4.1 ft 1.25 m 550 kg 8000 kg
8 CUBIC YARD SKIP 8 yd³ 6.12 m³ 11 ft 3.35 m 5.5 ft 1.68 m 4.5 ft 1.37 m 650 kg 8000 kg
8 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP 8 yd³ 6.12 m³ 11.0 ft 3.35 m 5.5 ft 1.68 m 5.2 ft 1.60 m 650 kg 8000 kg
10 CUBIC YARD SKIP 10 yd³ 7.65 m³ 11 ft 3.35 m 5.5 ft 1.68 m 5.0 ft 1.52 m 800 kg 10000 kg
10 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP 10 yd³ 7.65 m³ 11.0 ft 3.35 m 5.5 ft 1.68 m 5.6 ft 1.70 m 800 kg 10000 kg
12 CUBIC YARD SKIP 12 yd³ 9.18 m³ 12.1 ft 3.70 m 5.8 ft 1.78 m 5.5 ft 1.68 m 1000 kg 10000 kg
12 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP 12 yd³ 9.18 m³ 12.1 ft 3.70 m 5.8 ft 1.78 m 6.1 ft 1.85 m 1000 kg 10000 kg
14 CUBIC YARD SKIP 14 yd³ 10.7 m³ 12.1 ft 3.70 m 5.8 ft 1.78 m 6.0 ft 1.83 m 1200 kg 10000 kg
14 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP 14 yd³ 10.7 m³ 12.1 ft 3.70 m 5.8 ft 1.78 m 6.6 ft 2.00 m 1200 kg 10000 kg
15 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP 15 yd³ 11.47 m³ 20.0 ft 6.10 m 8.2 ft 2.50 m 4.9 ft 1.50 m 2100 kg 20000 kg
16 CUBIC YARD SKIP 16 yd³ 12.24 m³ 12.8 ft 3.90 m 5.8 ft 1.78 m 6.6 ft 2.00 m 1400 kg 10000 kg
16 CUBIC YARD LIDDED SKIP 16 yd³ 12.24 m³ 12.8 ft 3.90 m 5.8 ft 1.78 m 6.9 ft 2.10 m 1400 kg 10000 kg
20 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP 20 yd³ 15.29 m³ 20 ft 6.10 m 8.2 ft 1.50 m 5.9 ft 1.80 m 2300 kg 20000 kg
25 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP 25 yd³ 19.11 m³ 20 ft 6.10 m 8.2 ft 2.50 m 6.9 ft 2.10 m 2600 kg 20000 kg
30 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP 30 yd³ 22.94 m³ 20 ft 6.10 m 8.2 ft 2.50 m 7.5 ft 2.30 m 2800 kg 20000 kg
35 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP 35 yd³ 26.76 m³ 21.3 ft 6.50 m 8.2 ft 2.50 m 8.0 ft 2.45 m 3200 kg 20000 kg
40 CUBIC YARD RORO SKIP 40 yd³ 30.58 m³ 21.3 ft 6.50 m 8.2 ft 2.50 m 8.5 ft 2.60 m 3500 kg 20000 kg
6 WHEEL GRAB tbc 10 m³ 24.6 ft 7.50 m 8.2 ft 2.50 m 10.8 ft 3.30 m n/a n/a

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.

Choosing a size

What skip size do I need?

Start with the waste, not just the volume

Choose by both the amount and type of waste. Bulky, light items may suit a larger skip; dense loads such as soil, bricks, concrete, rubble, and hardcore are often restricted to smaller sizes.

Check the actual footprint

Compare the listed length and width with the placement area, then allow working room for delivery, collection, doors, gates, and safe loading.

Dimensions can vary between suppliers

Catalogue measurements are a comparison guide. The unit supplied locally may differ, so confirm the final dimensions and permitted waste when you check availability for your address.

Road placement may need permission

A skip placed on a public road may require a permit and safety equipment. Rules, lead times, and charges vary by local authority and supplier.

FAQ

UK skip size FAQs

These questions help avoid the most common skip sizing mistakes.

What skip size do I need?

Start with the waste type and amount. Light bulky waste may need more volume, while soil, rubble and concrete often need a smaller skip because of weight limits.

Can I fill a skip to the top?

No. Skips should be loaded level with the sides so they can be transported safely. Overfilled skips may be refused or need material removed.

Are skip dimensions always exact?

No. Dimensions can vary by manufacturer and supplier. Use them for comparison, then confirm the exact unit for your address.