--- title: "20ft Flat Rack" description: "20ft flat rack containers in Newcastle. Ideal for oversized cargo. Specs, dimensions & secure shipping. Call 0330 0130 636 for expert advice." url: "https://shippingcontainersofleeds.co.uk/location/newcastle/20ft-flat-rack" date: "2026-04-30T14:34:19+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![20ft Flat Racks](https://shippingcontainersofleeds.co.uk/images/images/Container-Depot-Leeds183.jpg) # 20ft Flat Rack Containers: Your Solution for Oversized and Heavy Cargo in Newcastle When your goods are simply too big or too heavy for standard shipping containers, 20ft flat racks provide the essential strength and flexibility you need right here in Newcastle. Designed specifically for oversized machinery, industrial pipes, vehicles, and substantial construction materials, 20ft flat rack containers feature open sides and robust end walls (either fixed or collapsible). This design allows for far easier and more secure loading and lashing of cargo that wouldn't fit through conventional container doors. Whether you're transporting plant equipment across the North East or managing complex international shipments of bulky items from Newcastle, our 20ft flat rack solutions offer the necessary capacity, compliance, and logistical advantages to ensure your cargo arrives safely and efficiently. ## 20ft Flat Rack Containers: Compact Strength for Bulky Loads in Newcastle Our 20ft flat racks offer a reliable and space-efficient way to transport your substantial cargo from or to Newcastle. Their design prioritises both robust performance and practical handling. ### Why choose our 20ft Flat Racks for your Newcastle operations? - **Efficient Storage & Transport:** Collapsible end walls fold down, allowing for economical stacking and reducing costs on empty repositioning, ideal for busy Newcastle depots. - **Globally Compliant:** ISO certified and CSC plated, these units meet the stringent requirements for safe rail, road, and sea transport worldwide, including extensive use across the UK from Newcastle. - **Versatile Format:** Available as a standard flat rack with end walls or as a flatbed platform without end walls for ultimate loading flexibility for your specific cargo needs in Newcastle. - **Flexible Procurement:** Options to hire, purchase, or request custom modifications to meet your specific project needs in the Newcastle area. - **Nationwide Delivery:** Prompt and reliable delivery service available across the entire UK, originating from or arriving in Newcastle. ### 20ft Flat Rack Specifications | Feature | Metric | Imperial | |---|---|---| | External Dimensions | 6m x 2.43m x 2.6m | 20’ x 8’ x 8’6” | | Internal Dimensions | 5.8m x 2.4m x 2.3m | 19’6.4” x 7’9.5” x 7’5.5” | | Tare Weight | 2,740 kg | 6,040 lbs | | Max Gross Weight | 34,000 kg | 74,950 lbs | | Max Payload | 31,260 kg | 68,860 lbs | | Structure | Spring folding ends, timber floor, forklift pockets | | Fork Pocket Distance | 2,050 mm | 6’8.5” | ## Get a Quote for 20ft Flat Racks in Newcastle Need a 20ft flat rack container for your project in Newcastle or requiring transport to or from the region? 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