Size against size
10 yard maxi skip vs 12 yard skip
The 12 yard skip holds 1.6 cubic metres more and takes about 20 more bin bags.
Key differences
- Volume: the 12 yard skip holds 1.6 cubic metres more.
- Bin bags: the 12 yard skip takes about 20 more bin bags.
- Width: the 12 yard skip is 31cm (1ft) wider.
- Length: the 12 yard skip is 30cm longer.
| 10 yard maxi skip | 12 yard skip | |
|---|---|---|
| Volume | 10 cubic yards (7.6 cubic metres) | 12 cubic yards (9.2 cubic metres) |
| Length | 12ft (3.66m) | 13ft (3.96m) |
| Width | 6ft (1.83m) | 7ft (2.13m) |
| Height | 6ft (1.83m) | 6ft (1.83m) |
| Bin bags | about 100 | about 120 |
| Heavy waste | Light waste only | Light waste only |
Sources: ISM Waste & Recycling. Sizes vary a little between companies.
Pick the 10 yard maxi skip if...
For bulky, light waste such as furniture, packaging and office clear-outs. At 6ft high the sides are hard to load over, and many councils will not permit a skip this size on the road.
10 yard maxi skip in full →Pick the 12 yard skip if...
A commercial size for shop fits, office strip-outs and big house clearances with little heavy waste. Usually needs private land rather than a road permit.
12 yard skip in full →Common questions
What is the difference between a 10 yard maxi skip and a 12 yard skip?
The 12 yard skip holds 1.6 cubic metres more and takes about 20 more bin bags.
What fits in a 10 yard maxi skip?
For bulky, light waste such as furniture, packaging and office clear-outs. At 6ft high the sides are hard to load over, and many councils will not permit a skip this size on the road.
What fits in a 12 yard skip?
A commercial size for shop fits, office strip-outs and big house clearances with little heavy waste. Usually needs private land rather than a road permit.