Size against size
8 yard builders skip vs 40 yard RoRo skip
The 40 yard RoRo skip takes about 360 more bin bags and holds 24.5 cubic metres more.
Key differences
- Bin bags: the 40 yard RoRo skip takes about 360 more bin bags.
- Volume: the 40 yard RoRo skip holds 24.5 cubic metres more.
- Length: the 40 yard RoRo skip is 2.74m (9ft) longer.
- Height: the 40 yard RoRo skip is 1.07m (3.5ft) taller.
- Width: the 40 yard RoRo skip is 30cm wider.
| 8 yard builders skip | 40 yard RoRo skip | |
|---|---|---|
| Volume | 8 cubic yards (6.1 cubic metres) | 40 cubic yards (30.6 cubic metres) |
| Length | 11ft (3.35m) | 20ft (6.10m) |
| Width | 7ft (2.13m) | 8ft (2.44m) |
| Height | 5ft (1.52m) | 8.5ft (2.59m) |
| Bin bags | about 80 | about 440 |
| Heavy waste | Mixed loads | Light waste only |
Sources: ISM Waste & Recycling. Sizes vary a little between companies.
Pick the 8 yard builders skip if...
The standard builders skip and the most popular size in the UK. It takes the waste from a house clearance, a loft conversion or a full renovation. Keep heavy waste to a part load - most operators will not take one full to the top with soil.
8 yard builders skip in full →Pick the 40 yard RoRo skip if...
The largest skip you can hire, for demolition timber, packaging and industrial waste. It needs plenty of space for the lorry to drop and collect it.
40 yard RoRo skip in full →Common questions
What is the difference between a 8 yard builders skip and a 40 yard RoRo skip?
The 40 yard RoRo skip takes about 360 more bin bags and holds 24.5 cubic metres more.
What fits in a 8 yard builders skip?
The standard builders skip and the most popular size in the UK. It takes the waste from a house clearance, a loft conversion or a full renovation. Keep heavy waste to a part load - most operators will not take one full to the top with soil.
What fits in a 40 yard RoRo skip?
The largest skip you can hire, for demolition timber, packaging and industrial waste. It needs plenty of space for the lorry to drop and collect it.