Octagon/Octabin Gaylord Boxes for Sale
Key Information for Octagon Bulk Bin Buyers
- Capacity: 500–2,500 lbs
- Price: Used $8–$22 each; new $20–$65 each.
- Common sizes: 45×45×40–60" and 38×38×40–60"; heights ~28–60".
- Per pallet: 20–60
- Per Truck: 400–800 per 53' dry van.
- More: Browse all Gaylord boxes for sale - sizes, wall counts, and styles available.
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What Are Octagon Gaylord Boxes?
Octagon Gaylord boxes are large 8-sided corrugated containers for industrial bulk shipping and storage. The octagon shape provides superior strength and stackability compared to standard 4-sided Gaylords. They're available in various sizes up to 75" wide with reinforced corners for added strength and stability.
Octagon Gaylord boxes are widely used for bulk shipping and storage. The reinforced 8-sided design provides superior stacking strength and durability for heavy parts and materials.
The angled corner panels distribute internal pressure across a wider surface, which reduces sidewall bulge when storing or shipping flowable and granular materials. Not sure whether an octagon or rectangular bin is right for your application? See our Gaylord vs octabin guide.
Many used octagon listings are 5-wall, but octabins can range from double-wall and triple-wall up to laminated multi-wall construction. Common octagon Gaylord sizes include 48x40x50 and 72x72x72. See our full Gaylord box dimensions guide for more size and capacity details.
The most common size in our inventory is 48×40×40" with partial flap bottoms, and used units typically sell for $12–$15 each. They sit on standard 48×40" pallets and are widely used for resins, powders, granules, and bulk produce.
With over a decade specializing in bulk shipping containers, Verde Trader has bought, sold, and recycled more than 150,000 octagon Gaylord boxes for customers across the country.
Built for Industrial Demands
Octagon Gaylord boxes are engineered for the specific challenges of storing and shipping dense, flowable, or high-pressure loads:
- Bulge resistance - eight angled panels distribute internal pressure evenly, helping reduce sidewall bulge compared with rectangular bins under certain flowable or granular loads.
- High stacking strength - 5-wall construction handles forklift handling and multi-pallet stacking without crushing
- Liner compatibility - can be paired with appropriate polyethylene liners for food-grade, moisture-sensitive, or fine powder applications.
- Tray base - reinforced bottom tray distributes load evenly onto the pallet and prevents base failure under dense contents
Most octagon Gaylord boxes can be collapsed flat when empty for return shipping or storage, and used units in good structural condition are frequently reused across multiple fill cycles.
Sizes, Styles & Availability
Many U.S. octagon Gaylord boxes fit 48×40″ pallets, but other pallet-compatible footprints also exist. Used listings vary by height, wall count, and bottom style. Current listings include dimensions such as 48" × 40" × 40" and 48" × 40" × 36", primarily in 5-wall construction with partial flap bottoms. For a full breakdown of standard sizes, see our Gaylord box dimensions guide.
Pricing varies by wall count, size, condition, bottom style, location, quantity, and freight requirements. Current used listings on this page range from $12 to $15 per unit, so buyers should request a quote for current delivered or pickup pricing. For current market rates across all Gaylord box types, see our Gaylord box pricing guide. Not sure which wall count is right for your load? Read why wall count matters when choosing Gaylord boxes.
Octagon Gaylord Box Specifications
| Feature | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 40" × 40" × 36" up to 48" × 45" × 48" | Most fit standard 48" × 40" pallet footprints |
| Wall Strength | 2-wall, 3-wall, 4-wall, or 5-wall corrugated board | More walls = higher stacking & weight capacity |
| Shape | Eight-sided (angled corners) | Helps reduce bulging under heavy loads |
| Bottom Styles | Partial flap, full flap, die-cut | Choice depends on product type and handling |
| Capacity | 800 – 2,000 lbs | Varies by wall thickness and design |
| Common Uses | Produce, plastic pellets, scrap, bulk goods | Widely used in manufacturing and agriculture |
Octagon Gaylord Box Options & Accessories
Many used octagon listings are 5-wall, but octabins can range from double-wall and triple-wall up to laminated multi-wall construction. Common add-ons and accessories for octagon Gaylord boxes include:
- Attached lids for secure closure and stacking
- Drop doors for easy loading and unloading
- Plastic liners for moisture resistance
- Custom print and labeling
- Venting for airflow and temperature control
Contact us for a quote on octagon Gaylord boxes with custom options to fit your exact application and requirements.
Related Products
Pair octagon Gaylord boxes with wood pallets for a complete bulk shipping solution. The octagon shape is also ideal for efficient packing and filling compared to standard rectangular Gaylords.
Looking for related bulk containers? Verde Trader also offers:
- Used Gaylord boxes for cost-effective shipping and storage
- 2-wall Gaylord boxes for lighter loads where bulge resistance is less critical
- 3-wall Gaylord boxes for mid-range loads balancing strength and cost
- 5-wall Gaylord boxes in rectangular style for heavy loads that don't require an octagonal shape
- A full line of Gaylord boxes in a range of sizes, wall counts, and shapes
Find octagon Gaylord boxes near you
Verde Trader lists used octagon Gaylord box inventory in cities across the U.S. Customer pickup is available on most listings. Nationwide shipping and delivery can be arranged - request a quote on any listing for details.
Don't see your city? Browse all locations for the full directory, or request a quote on any listing for delivery anywhere in the United States.
FAQs
What is an octagon Gaylord box?
An octagon Gaylord box - also called an octabin - is a large corrugated bulk container with an eight-sided cross-section. The angled corners distribute outward pressure from flowable or granular loads, which reduces sidewall bulge compared to a four-sided rectangular box. Most octabins are made from 5-wall corrugated board and include a bottom tray, a fitted liner, and an optional top cap.
What is the difference between an octagon Gaylord box and a rectangular Gaylord box?
A rectangular Gaylord box has four flat walls that can bow outward under pressure from dense or flowable contents. An octabin adds four angled corner panels, creating eight sides that share the load more evenly - reducing bulge and keeping the stack more stable. Octabins tend to cost more than rectangular boxes of the same wall count, so they are best justified when bulge control or stacking stability matters. For a full side-by-side comparison, see our Gaylord vs octabin guide.
How much weight can an octagon Gaylord box hold?
Octagon Gaylord boxes commonly handle about 800–2,000 lbs, depending on wall count, board grade, size, bottom style, condition, and supplier rating. Many current 48×40×40″ 5-wall listings fall around 1,200–1,400 lbs.
How much do used octagon Gaylord boxes cost?
Used octagon Gaylord boxes currently run $8 to $22 per unit on Verde Trader, with most listings in the $12 to $15 range. Pricing varies by wall count, size, condition, and lot size. Request a quote on any listing for current delivered or pickup pricing.
What are octagon Gaylord boxes used for?
Octagon Gaylord boxes are used for storing and shipping flowable and granular materials - including resin pellets, plastic flakes, powders, grain, seeds, and bulk food ingredients. Their eight-sided design makes them a common choice in plastics, chemical, agricultural, and food processing industries.
Are octagon Gaylord boxes sold individually?
No. Octagon Gaylord boxes are sold by the pallet or truckload only - not as single units. Browse the listings on this page to compare available sizes, wall counts, and lot sizes.
Have octagon Gaylord boxes to sell? Get a quote, or schedule a recycling pickup.
Sources
This page stands on two legs: published industry standards and patents that define octabin design, and our own sales records. The standards tell you what octabins are built to; our data tells you what buyers actually pay and use.
Industry standards (what is defined)
- ASTM D4727/D4727M. Standard specification for corrugated and solid fiberboard sheet stock. Covers board grades, wall construction types, and flute combinations used in octabin panels.
- ASTM D5168. Standard practice for fabrication and closure of triple-wall corrugated fiberboard containers. Applies to triple-wall octabins, which are the most common grade for heavy flowable loads.
- ASTM D5639/D5639M. Practice for selecting corrugated fiberboard materials and box construction by performance requirements. Covers how to match wall count and board grade to a given load and distribution environment.
- US Patent 6783058B2. Octagonal bulk bin with reduced sidewall bulge. The wider corner panels that define modern octabin construction are covered in this patent - the key source for why the shape resists bulging.
- US Patent 5178275A. Eight-sided columnar bulk container. An earlier patent covering the octagonal bulk bin design and its application to columnar loads.
Our sales data (what people actually buy)
- Verde Trader sold-order data. More than 8,000 Gaylord box orders across all major sizes, shapes, wall counts, and regions, through our latest 2026 export. The shape share, footprint, pricing, and lot-size figures on this page come from these records.
