--- title: "40ft Flat Rack" description: "40ft flat rack containers in York! Ideal for oversized cargo. New & used options available with flexible loading. a quote today!" url: "https://shippingcontainersofleeds.co.uk/location/york/40ft-flat-rack" date: "2026-04-30T01:55:51+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- ![40ft Flat Rack](https://shippingcontainersofleeds.co.uk/images/images/Container-Depot-Leeds178.jpg) # 40ft Flat Rack Containers in York When your cargo in York demands the largest possible space and exceptional structural support, our 40ft flat rack containers are the ideal choice. These units are the preferred solution across various UK industries for transporting the heaviest and most voluminous oversized items. Designed specifically for oversized machinery, industrial pipes, vehicles, and substantial construction materials, 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 Yorkshire or managing complex international shipments of bulky items, our 40ft flat rack solutions offer the necessary capacity, compliance, and logistical advantages to ensure your cargo arrives safely and efficiently in York. ## Why choose our 40ft Flat Racks for York? - **Highest Capacity:** As the largest flat rack format, they offer superior volume and weight capacity for substantial loads originating from or destined for York. - **Fully Certified:** ISO compliant and CSC plated for seamless global and domestic UK transport, including movements within and around York. - **Optimised Logistics:** Collapsible end walls facilitate efficient stacking for storage and reduce costs during return logistics. - **Tailored Solutions:** Optional modifications available to precisely match your unique project requirements. - **Specialised Delivery:** UK-wide delivery service, often utilising HIAB-assisted vehicles for safe and precise placement at your York site. ## 40ft Flat Rack Specifications | Feature | Metric | Imperial | |---|---|---| | External Dimensions | 12.19m x 2.43m x 2.6m | 40’ x 8’ x 8’6” | | Internal Dimensions | 11.65m x 2.21m | 38’2.6” x 7’3.1” | | Cubic Capacity | 52.9 m³ | 1,868 ft³ | | Tare Weight | 4,950 kg | 10,910 lbs | | Max Gross Weight | 45,000 kg | 99,210 lbs | | Max Payload | 40,050 kg | 88,200 lbs | | Structure | Spring folding ends, locking system, heavy-duty timber floor | ## Secure Your 40ft Flat Rack in York Today Ready to transport your oversized cargo with confidence? 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