3m3 Skip Bin Hire in Sydney
A 3m3 skip holds two to three trailer loads and is usually the smallest bin that comes with a wheelbarrow door. That door changes what the bin is good for. Soil, rubble and anything you cannot lift shoulder-high suddenly becomes manageable.
| Typical size | 2.5m x 1.5m x 0.95m |
|---|---|
| Range across operators | 2.4-2.6m long, 1.4-1.6m wide, 0.9-1.0m high |
| Trailer loads | 2 to 3 standard 6×4 box trailers |
| Wheelbarrows | about 30 |
| 240L wheelie bins | 12 |
| Wheelbarrow door | Yes |
The 3m3 is the smallest bin that normally comes with a wheelbarrow door, which matters a lot if you are shifting soil, rubble or anything you cannot lift over the side.
What people use a 3m3 for
- Bathroom or laundry renovation
- Larger garden clean up
- Small deceased estate clear out
- Pre-sale decluttering
Sounds like the right size? Call and we will confirm it.
Weight is the limit people forget
With the door open it is tempting to barrow soil straight in. Watch the weight, because 3m3 of wet soil is well over what the bin is rated to carry.
Excess weight is commonly charged between $280 and $440 a tonne across Sydney. The rule is simple: dense material means a smaller bin swapped more often, bulky material means a bigger bin.
Is a 3m3 the right size?
If the job is smaller than you thought, the 2m3 holds 1 to 2 trailer loads and costs less. Do not step down out of optimism, though. A second bin costs far more than one size up.
If you are on the fence, the 4m3 gives you 3 to 4 trailer loads and is the safer choice for anything involving furniture or branches, both of which take up more room than people expect.
| Size | Typical footprint | Trailer loads | Wheelbarrows | 240L bins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m3 | 1.8m x 1.5m x 0.9m | 1 to 2 | about 16 to 20 | 8 |
| 3m3 | 2.5m x 1.5m x 0.95m | 2 to 3 | about 30 | 12 |
| 4m3 | 3.2m x 1.6m x 1.0m | 3 to 4 | about 40 | 16 |
| 6m3 | 3.7m x 1.6m x 1.3m | 5 to 6 | about 60 | 24 |
| 8m3 | 4.0m x 1.6m x 1.6m | 7 to 8 | about 80 | 32 |
| 10m3 | 4.25m x 1.6m x 1.6m | 9 to 10 | 100 to 120 | 40 |
What you can put in the bin
- General household waste
- Green waste and garden clippings
- Furniture and white goods
- Renovation and strip-out waste
- Bricks, concrete and rubble
- Soil and excavation spoil
- Timber, plasterboard and offcuts
- Cardboard and packaging
What we cannot take
- Asbestos in any form
- Paint, solvents and chemicals
- Batteries and gas bottles
- Oils, fuels and liquids
- Food waste
- Medical or clinical waste
- Tyres (by arrangement only)
- Anything classified as hazardous
Asbestos is the one to be careful about. If you are stripping a wet area or a ceiling in anything built before the late 1980s, stop and get it tested before it goes anywhere near a skip. Putting asbestos in a general bin is an offence and it is expensive for everyone involved.
Other sizes and guides
Common questions
How big is a 3m3 skip bin?
Typically 2.5m x 1.5m x 0.95m, though it varies by operator across roughly 2.4-2.6m long, 1.4-1.6m wide, 0.9-1.0m high. It holds about 2 to 3 6×4 trailer loads, about 30 wheelbarrows, or 12 standard 240 litre wheelie bins.
What fits in a 3m3 skip?
It suits a bathroom or laundry renovation, a decent garden clean, a small deceased estate. The 3m3 is the smallest bin that normally comes with a wheelbarrow door, which matters a lot if you are shifting soil, rubble or anything you cannot lift over the side.
Does the 3m3 have a door?
It comes with a wheelbarrow door, so you can walk material in rather than lifting it over the side.
Can I put soil or concrete in it?
With the door open it is tempting to barrow soil straight in. Watch the weight, because 3m3 of wet soil is well over what the bin is rated to carry.
Will it fit in my driveway?
You need a flat run of at least 2.5m plus room for the truck to work, and about three metres of overhead clearance for the lifting arms. Power lines, carport roofs and low branches stop more deliveries than narrow driveways do.
How long do I get to keep it?
Seven days as standard across Sydney. Tell us when you book if you need longer and we will arrange it rather than surprise you with a charge.
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