--- title: "20ft Flat Rack" description: "20ft flat rack containers in Wakefield! Ideal for oversized cargo. Specs, dimensions & secure shipping available. Call 0330 0130 636." url: "https://shippingcontainersofleeds.co.uk/location/wakefield/20ft-flat-rack" date: "2026-04-30T02:57:47+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![20ft Flat Racks](https://shippingcontainersofleeds.co.uk/images/images/Container-Depot-Leeds183.jpg) # 20ft Flat Rack Containers in Wakefield Transporting oversized or heavy cargo presents unique challenges. Standard shipping containers simply cannot accommodate items exceeding their door dimensions or weight limits. This is where 20ft flat rack containers provide an essential, robust solution for businesses in Wakefield and across the UK. Designed specifically for substantial loads like machinery, vehicles, industrial components, and construction materials, flat rack containers feature open sides and incredibly strong end walls. This open design facilitates significantly easier and more secure loading and lashing of cargo that would otherwise be impossible to handle with conventional containers. Whether you need to move plant equipment within Wakefield or manage complex logistics for bulky items nationally, our 20ft flat rack solutions offer the necessary capacity, certified compliance, and logistical advantages to ensure your cargo arrives safely and efficiently. ## Why Choose a 20ft Flat Rack from Shipping Containers of Leeds? Our 20ft flat racks deliver a reliable and space-efficient method for transporting your substantial cargo. Their design prioritises both robust performance and practical handling for a variety of applications in Wakefield and beyond. - **Efficient Storage & Transport:** Collapsible end walls fold down, allowing for economical stacking. This significantly reduces costs when repositioning empty units. - **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. - **Versatile Format:** Available as a standard flat rack with sturdy end walls or as a flatbed platform without end walls for ultimate loading flexibility, depending on your specific cargo needs. - **Flexible Procurement:** We offer options to hire or purchase 20ft flat racks. We can also discuss custom modifications to meet your specific project requirements. - **Nationwide Delivery:** We provide a prompt and reliable delivery service for 20ft flat racks across the entire UK, including direct to your site in Wakefield. ## 20ft Flat Rack Specifications Understand the capabilities of our 20ft flat rack containers: | 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” | ## Secure Your 20ft Flat Rack in Wakefield Shipping Containers of Leeds provides high-quality 20ft flat rack containers ready for immediate use in Wakefield and throughout the UK. Whether you require a unit for a single project or ongoing transport needs, we offer flexible solutions to suit your budget and timeline. Discuss your specific requirements with our expert team. We provide tailored advice and ensure you receive the right container for your oversized cargo. Contact Shipping Containers of Leeds today: Tel: 0330 0130 636 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 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