Medium Moving Box — Book Carton

Name: Hire A Box
Telephone: 1300 858 446
Rating: 4.8

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

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

Hire Boxes & Supplies → Buy Boxes & Supplies →

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

Dimensions	430 × 315 × 317 mm (L × W × H)
Also known as	Book carton, glassware box, book box
Construction	Heavy-duty, non-recycled cardboard
Ideal weight	Up to 20 kg (pack three-quarters full for books)
Product ID	MED001
Hire period	Up 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

Hire a Complete Kit → Buy a Complete Kit →

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.