Medium Box

Medium Moving Box — Book Carton

The workhorse of any move. Heavy-duty construction for books, kitchen items, crockery and more.

430 × 315 × 317 mmHeavy-duty cardboardHire or BuyAlso called Book Carton
Most Popular

Hire

from $2.95 per box
  • Keep for up to 3 months
  • Free collection when done
  • ~20% cheaper than buying
  • Eco-friendly — reused many times

Buy

from $3.95 per box
  • Yours to keep forever
  • New or used available
  • Great for ongoing storage
  • No collection needed

Free delivery on hire orders $65+  ·  Sydney, Melbourne, Perth & Adelaide

What the Medium Box Is Best For

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Books & Documents

The number one box for books. Pack three-quarters full so it stays liftable.

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Crockery & Glassware

Less depth means less weight pressing down on fragile items at the bottom.

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Pantry & Kitchen Items

Tins, jars, sauces, spices — medium boxes keep heavy pantry loads manageable.

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Tools & Hardware

Great for workshop items, toolboxes, and heavy garage equipment.

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Bathroom Cabinets

Toiletries, medicines, and bathroom products fit perfectly and stay organised.

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Wine & Bottles

Upright bottles with paper wrapping between each one travel safely in this size.

Product Specifications

Dimensions430 × 315 × 317 mm (L × W × H)
Also known asBook carton, glassware box, book box
ConstructionHeavy-duty, non-recycled cardboard
Ideal weightUp to 20 kg (pack three-quarters full for books)
Product IDMED001
Hire periodUp to 3 months — free collection when done

Most Customers Order a Complete Moving Kit

Individual products are available, but 99% of our customers find it easier — and better value — to order a complete package. Each package includes the right mix of medium boxes, large boxes, tape, wrapping paper and bubble wrap. Choose the size that matches your home, then decide whether to hire or buy.

1 Bedroom

From $155 hire
  • 15 medium boxes
  • 10 large boxes
  • Tape + dispenser
  • 200 sheets paper
  • 5m bubble wrap

2 Bedroom

From $235 hire
  • 25 medium boxes
  • 20 large boxes
  • 2 tape rolls
  • 200 sheets paper
  • 5m bubble wrap

3 Bedroom

From $364 hire
  • 35 medium boxes
  • 25 large boxes
  • 3 porta-robe boxes
  • 400 sheets paper
  • 15m bubble wrap

4 Bedroom

From $508 hire
  • 50 medium boxes
  • 35 large boxes
  • 4 porta-robe boxes
  • 600 sheets paper
  • 15m bubble wrap

Frequently Asked Questions

For heavy items like books, pack three-quarters full — this keeps the box under 20kg and safe for lifting. For lighter kitchen or bathroom items, you can fill to the top.
Hiring is around 20% cheaper per box. You keep the boxes for up to 3 months and we collect them when you're done — no waste, no hassle. Buying means the boxes are yours to keep, which suits people who want to use them for storage long-term.
In most cases yes — call 1300 858 446 before midday for same-day delivery in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide.
Most customers find a package is better value — it includes the right mix of medium and large boxes plus tape, wrapping paper and bubble wrap in one order. If you just need a top-up, individual boxes are available too.