--- title: "40ft Flat Rack" description: "40ft flat rack containers in Durham. Ideal for oversized cargo. New & used options, competitive prices, & reliable delivery. a quote today!" url: "https://shippingcontainersofleeds.co.uk/location/durham/40ft-flat-rack" date: "2026-04-30T03:06:16+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![40ft Flat Rack](https://shippingcontainersofleeds.co.uk/images/images/Container-Depot-Leeds178.jpg) # 40ft Flat Rack Containers in Durham Transporting oversized or heavy cargo presents unique challenges. Standard containers simply lack the necessary capacity and loading flexibility. For businesses in Durham and across the UK dealing with substantial machinery, industrial components, or bulky construction materials, 40ft flat rack containers provide the essential solution. These specialised units feature open sides and robust end walls, designed specifically to accommodate items that cannot fit through conventional container doors. This open structure allows for straightforward top or side loading and provides multiple lashing points to secure even the most challenging loads safely. Shipping Containers of Leeds offers premium 40ft flat rack containers, perfectly suited for your heavy-duty transport needs in Durham and beyond. We provide units built to the highest international standards, ensuring your cargo moves efficiently and securely whether by road, rail, or sea. ## Why Choose Our 40ft Flat Rack Containers? - **Maximum Capacity:** Handle the largest and heaviest cargo with confidence. Our 40ft flat racks offer superior volume and weight limits compared to other container types. - **Flexible Loading:** The open design allows for easy loading of irregular shapes and sizes using cranes or forklifts from the top or sides. - **Secure Transport:** Multiple strong lashing points ensure your cargo remains firmly in place during transit, minimising the risk of damage. - **Globally Certified:** All units are ISO certified and CSC plated, guaranteeing compliance for international and domestic UK transport regulations. - **Cost-Effective Logistics:** Collapsible end walls allow for efficient stacking of empty units, reducing storage space and cutting repositioning costs. - **Tailored Solutions:** We offer options for both fixed and collapsible end walls to match your specific operational requirements. ## 40ft Flat Rack Container Specifications Understand the capabilities of our 40ft flat rack containers: | Feature | Metric | Imperial | |---|---|---| | External Dimensions | 12.19m x 2.43m x 2.6m | 40’ x 8’ x 8’6” | | Internal Dimensions (between end walls) | 11.65m x 2.21m | 38’2.6” x 7’3.1” | | Tare Weight (approx.) | 4,950 kg | 10,910 lbs | | Max Gross Weight | 45,000 kg | 99,210 lbs | | Max Payload (approx.) | 40,050 kg | 88,200 lbs | | Structure | Heavy-duty steel frame, spring folding ends (collapsible option), heavy-duty timber floor, multiple lashing points | *Note: Specifications may vary slightly depending on manufacturer and specific unit.* ## Purchase or Hire 40ft Flat Racks in Durham Whether you require a 40ft flat rack for a single project or need a unit for ongoing transport, Shipping Containers of Leeds offers flexible procurement options. 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