40ft Flat Rack
40ft flat rack containers in Beverley. Ideal for oversized cargo. New & used options, competitive prices & reliable delivery. a quote today!

40ft Flat Rack

40ft Flat Rack Containers in Beverley

Transporting oversized or exceptionally heavy cargo presents unique challenges. Standard shipping containers simply cannot accommodate items exceeding their internal dimensions or weight limits. This is precisely where 40ft flat rack containers excel, providing a robust and adaptable solution for your most demanding logistics needs in Beverley and across the UK.

Designed with open sides and either fixed or collapsible end walls, flat racks allow for easy top or side loading of bulky machinery, large vehicles, industrial components, and substantial construction materials. Their inherent strength and multiple lashing points ensure your cargo remains secure throughout transit, whether by road, rail, or sea.

Shipping Containers of Leeds offers high-quality 40ft flat rack containers, available for purchase or hire, to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of your valuable oversized assets.

Why Choose a 40ft Flat Rack for Your Beverley Project?

When your cargo demands maximum space and structural integrity, the 40ft flat rack stands out as the premier choice. These units are essential for numerous industries operating in and around Beverley, including construction, engineering, and manufacturing.

  • Superior Capacity: The 40ft format offers the largest available platform for accommodating lengthy and wide items that would never fit within a standard container.
  • Unmatched Strength: Engineered to carry extremely heavy loads, these containers provide the necessary support for plant equipment, heavy machinery, and dense materials.
  • Flexible Loading: The open design permits loading from the top or sides using cranes or forklifts, simplifying the handling of awkward or large items.
  • Global and Domestic Compliance: All our 40ft flat racks are ISO certified and CSC plated, meeting the stringent requirements for international and UK-wide transport.
  • Logistical Efficiency: Collapsible end walls on some models allow for efficient stacking when empty, reducing storage space requirements and transport costs during repositioning.
  • Tailored to Your Needs: We offer options to purchase or hire, and can discuss modifications to meet specific project requirements.
  • Reliable UK Delivery: We arrange delivery of your 40ft flat rack directly to your site in Beverley or any location across the UK, often utilising HIAB vehicles for safe offloading.

40ft Flat Rack Container Specifications

Understanding the technical specifications of a 40ft flat rack is crucial for planning your logistics. These dimensions and capacities highlight their suitability for heavy and oversized cargo.

Feature Metric Imperial
External Dimensions 12.19m x 2.43m x 2.6m 40’ x 8’ x 8’6”
Internal Dimensions (Platform Area) 11.65m x 2.21m 38’2.6” x 7’3.1”
Cubic Capacity (Approximate) 52.9 m³ 1,868 ft³
Tare Weight (Empty Weight) 4,950 kg 10,910 lbs
Max Gross Weight 45,000 kg 99,210 lbs
Max Payload (Maximum Cargo Weight) 40,050 kg 88,200 lbs
Structure Heavy-duty steel frame, often with spring folding or fixed ends, heavy-duty timber floor, multiple lashing points

Secure Your 40ft Flat Rack Container Today

Don't let oversized cargo complicate your operations in Beverley. A 40ft Flat Rack Container from Shipping Containers of Leeds provides the capacity, strength, and flexibility you need for seamless transport.

Discuss your specific requirements with our expert team. We help you determine whether purchasing or hiring is the best option for your project and arrange efficient delivery to your location.

Contact Shipping Containers of Leeds:

Tel: 0330 0130 636

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Alternatively, request a quote using our convenient online form.

Container Pricing

At Shipping Containers of Leeds, our mission is simple: to deliver top-tier shipping containers at prices that are both fair and competitive.

Guided by our commitment to transparency, our expert team ensures that every aspect of our service, from the condition of our containers to the delivery process, is handled with the utmost professionalism and attention to detail.

Get in touch with us for a quote tailored to your project.

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