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Shipping Container Door Opener & Trucker Safety Tools

Open and close stuck container doors with less effort

OPNBar leverage bars fit over the door handle and give you the leverage to turn stiff lockrods from a standing position. Made in the USA by SCS International since 2005.

Watch it open and close a door

Not sure? The Sampler Pack lets you try V2, V3, V4 and V5 on your own doors.

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Which Bar Fits Your Doors?

Container door handles aren't all the same. Pick what your doors look like and we'll show the bar made for it.

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Version 2

V2 Persuader Bar®

  • Standard handles, plus 5th wheel release and tire checks
  • 5th wheel hook: built in
  • 24 in, 3 lb
$84.99Regular price$100.00
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Version 3

V3 Deep Mouth

  • Standard or rubber-sleeved handles, deep mouth
  • 5th wheel hook: no
  • 24 in, 3 lb
$93.00Regular price$117.00
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Still not sure? Sampler Pack – V2, V3, V4 & V5 lets you test each one on your own doors.

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How it works

ENGAGE. APPLY LEVERAGE. OPEN OR CLOSE.

The same three steps work on shipping containers and truck trailer doors.

Full how-to guide & videos
  1. Step 1: inserting the OPNBar onto the container door handle

    Engage

    Lift the locking handle out of its retainer and seat the OPNBar's mouth over the handle, pushing it down as far as it will go.

  2. Step 2: levering the handle with the OPNBar seated on it

    Apply Leverage

    Pull the long end of the bar with steady force, using your legs and body weight rather than your back. The lockrods turn and the cams release.

  3. Step 3: open or close the container door

    Open or Close

    Remove the bar and swing the door open while standing to the side, in case cargo has shifted against the door. To close, swing the door shut, seat the bar on the handle and push it back into its retainer.

General guidance only. Always follow your site's procedures and the product's Safe Use instructions. A bar that isn't fully seated can slip. Disclaimer

See it in action

Watch the OPNBar Open and Close a Container Door

See the OPNBar V2 in use on a real shipping container door. The V2 is also a tire thumper and has a built-in 5th wheel release hook.

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All OPNBar Versions at a Glance

PhotoVersionBest for5th wheel hookPriceLink
V2 Persuader Bar®Version 2 Standard handles, plus 5th wheel release and tire checks Built in $84.99 View The Original Persuader Bar® Since 2005 – Container Leverage Bar & Tire Thumper
V3 Deep MouthVersion 3 Standard or rubber-sleeved handles, deep mouth No $93.00 View Shipping Container Door Leverage Bar – OPNBar V3 Deep Mouth, Made in USA
V4Version 4 Triangular handles Optional From $105.00 View Shipping Container Cheater Bar for Triangular Handles – OPNBar V4
V4 Short + ExtensionVersion 4 Stuck doors: more leverage, lighter to carry Optional From $160.00 View Shipping Container Door Opening Bar with Extension, 14–34 in – OPNBar V4
V4 Long + ExtensionVersion 4 Stuck doors: maximum leverage Optional From $165.00 View Long Shipping Container Cheater Bar with Extension, 22–42 in – OPNBar V4
V4 + 5th Wheel HookVersion 4 Triangular handles plus 5th wheel release, with extension Included $170.00 View Container Leverage Bar with 5th Wheel Pin Puller & Extension – OPNBar V4
V5 Tight ClearanceVersion 5 Closely spaced lockrods & an even larger mouth Built in $105.00 View Tight-Clearance Shipping Container Leverage Bar with 5th Wheel Hook – OPNBar V5
Overhead BarOverhead Overhead or hard-to-reach handles – From $180.00 View OPNBar Overhead Leverage Bar – 18.5" & 27" with Custom Lengths Available
Fleets, ports, warehouses & government

Outfitting a Team or a Fleet?

Tell us how many bars you need and which doors you work with. We'll send bulk pricing.

  • GSA Contract 47QSEA23D004N
  • Bulk discounts on bars and gloves
  • Made in the USA since 2005
SCS International flier for companies that use containers: reduce your risk of workman's comp claims, OPNBar multi-purpose container leverage tool, GSA contract holder 47QSEA23D004N
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Classic OPNBar | Trucking & Warehouse Safety

This is "THE ORIGINAL" PERSUADER BAR® MULTI-PURPOSE Trucker Tool tried and tested by companies and improved since 2005 and always MADE in the USA!

OPNBar V2 is a new angled version that accommodates more shipping containers. V2 maintains all classic features, including leverage for opening and closing shipping container doors, built-in 5th Wheel Release hook, tire thumper and more.
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Version 3 - Newer Bend, Deeper Mouth, Double Ergonomic Handle

OPNBar Version 3 is tougher, has a double ergonomic grip, a deeper and larger mouth, and an extra 10-degree bend for added universal compatibility for shipping
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Version 4 – Breaker Bar/Cheater Bar/Torque Bar with Detachable Handle + Extension Bar

OPNBar Version 4 Leverage Bar has a double ergonomic grip, deeper mouth, Breaker Bar/Cheater Bar/Torque Bar, with extended handle for more clearance (& optional 5th Wheel Release and extensions).  It is also compatible with triangular container levers. 

Version 4.5 also has the option of having a Detachable Handle + Extension Bar (34″ Shorter Handle Lightweight Version and 42″ Longer Handle Heavier Duty Version) for Shipping Container Doors. 
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Version 5 Large Mouth Leverage Bar – For Containers with Closely Spaced Lockrods/Handles - Tight-Clearance Fit, 5th Wheel Hook

Built for tight clearances, deeper grip, and maximum control; now with an integrated 5th-wheel release hook. Engineered for tough container doors, rubber-sleeved handles, and universal lockrod compatibility.

Extended mouth design, stronger grip, and improved leverage for easier container access.

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Overhead Container Handle Leverage Bar

Reach & Turn High Shipping Container Door Handles. Overhead handles are commonly used throughout the trucking, warehouse, railroad, and industrial sectors—but reaching and operating them can be difficult and uncomfortable.

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Sampler Packs

Experience the full power of American-made innovation with the OPNBar Version Sampler Pack, a curated lineup of our best torque, reach, and grip designs, bundled for maximum value. Each sampler includes multiple OPNBar versions engineered for different container door tolerances, latch bar spacing, and user preferences.

Try the narrow-mouth precision of our tight-clearance models, the heavy-duty torque of our flagship bars, and the ergonomic reach of our extended designs, all in one set. Whether you manage a fleet, train new hires, handle high-volume containers, or simply want the perfect leverage tool for your route, the Sampler Pack gives you a real hands-on comparison so you can choose the exact model that works for your container doors.

Stop guessing. Start testing. Find your perfect OPNBar with the Sampler Pack—and experience why major carriers, ports, and logistics teams trust our tools to help reduce strain and save time.
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Reconditioned OPNBar Tools

STILL MADE IN THE USA - Reconditioned OPNBar Tools offer the same rugged performance you expect at a reduced price. These units may have been customer returns or lightly used in demos, but each one is thoroughly inspected, cleaned, and refurbished to ensure full functionality and reliability. Any cosmetic wear is minor and does not affect performance; every tool is tested to meet our working standards before it ships. It’s a smart way to get a genuine OPNBar, built for demanding container and trucking operations, while saving money without sacrificing strength or performance.

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FAQ

Common Questions

Which OPNBar do I need?

It depends on your door handles. Standard handles: V2 Persuader Bar® or V3. Rubber-sleeved or deeper handles: V3 or V5. Triangular handles: any V4 or the V5. Closely spaced lockrods: V5. Overhead handles: the Overhead Leverage Bar. Use the bar finder above if you're not sure.

Which bars have a 5th wheel release hook?

The V2 Persuader Bar® and V5 have one built in. On the V4 it is an option. The V3 and the Overhead bar don't have one.

Does it work on truck trailer doors?

Yes. The same steps work on shipping containers and truck trailer doors with lockrod handles.

Do you offer bulk pricing or GSA purchasing?

Yes. SCS International holds GSA Contract 47QSEA23D004N and offers bulk discounts. Use the bulk pricing form above or contact us.

Where is OPNBar made?

In the USA, by SCS International, since 2005.