40′ Used Flat Rack Container – Built for Oversized & Heavy Cargo

When conventional shipping containers are simply too restrictive for your cargo, the 40′ Used Flat Rack Container provides the open access and heavy-duty construction required for transporting large, heavy and unusually shaped loads.

Designed specifically for cargo that cannot easily be loaded into a standard enclosed container, this 40-foot flat rack provides a strong, open platform that allows cargo to be loaded from the top or sides. Its open-frame configuration makes it particularly valuable for industries handling machinery, construction equipment, steel products, vehicles and other oversized cargo.

The container is constructed from durable Corten steel and features robust end structures designed to withstand demanding transportation conditions. The manufacturer describes the units as ISO and CSC certified, making them suitable for international and intermodal transportation when the applicable certification remains valid.

Open Design for Maximum Loading Flexibility

Unlike a standard shipping container with enclosed walls and a roof, a flat rack is essentially an engineered cargo platform with strong end walls.

This open configuration provides considerably more freedom when handling cargo that exceeds the dimensions or shape limitations of conventional containers.

Cargo can typically be positioned using cranes, forklifts or other suitable heavy-lifting equipment, depending on the weight and configuration of the load.

The absence of side walls and a roof also makes it possible to accommodate cargo that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to load through standard container doors.

Foldable End Walls

The foldable end walls are one of the key features of this flat rack.

They can be folded when additional loading clearance is required, helping create a more flexible platform for oversized cargo. This configuration is particularly useful when loading long machinery, industrial components, pipes and other large loads.

When deployed, the end walls provide the structure necessary for cargo handling and securing while maintaining the advantages of the flat-rack format.

Multiple Cargo Lashing Points

Safe cargo transportation depends heavily on proper load securing.

This flat rack is equipped with multiple designated lashing points located around the corner posts, side beams and floor. These attachment points provide locations for securing cargo with appropriate straps, chains, nets and other approved cargo-securing equipment.

The numerous securing points allow operators to adapt the securing arrangement to the size, shape and weight distribution of the cargo.

For heavy or irregular loads, proper engineering and cargo-securing procedures should always be followed before transportation.

Designed for Heavy & Oversized Cargo

The 40′ flat rack is particularly useful when cargo is too wide, too tall, too long or too heavy to be handled efficiently inside a conventional shipping container.

Typical applications include transportation of:

• Heavy construction machinery
• Excavators and other equipment
• Industrial machinery
• Vehicles
• Steel pipes
• Structural steel
• Large industrial components
• Construction materials
• Mining equipment
• Agricultural machinery
• Oversized engineering equipment
• Other irregularly shaped cargo

Its open configuration provides substantially greater loading flexibility than a standard enclosed container.

Technical Description & Specifications

The manufacturer’s published technical data lists the external dimensions as 12.19 × 2.43 × 2.59 m, internal dimensions in imperial measurements, a maximum gross weight of 99,208 lb, and a net/tare weight of 8,818 lb.

Cargo-Worthy Used Condition

This container is supplied in Used – Cargo Worthy (CW) condition.

A used container may show normal signs of previous service, including scratches, dents and surface rust. These cosmetic characteristics are normal for used shipping equipment and do not necessarily affect its structural functionality.

According to the manufacturer’s quality-assurance information, the containers are inspected for:

• Structural integrity
• Functional doors and locks where applicable
• Significant rust damage
• Weatherproof sealing
• Interior condition
• Previous use documentation

The manufacturer states that its Cargo Worthy containers meet applicable CSC requirements, are structurally sound, and are wind- and watertight. A valid CSC plate/certification should be confirmed for the individual unit when international transport is required.

Loading & Handling

The open construction of the flat rack provides several loading possibilities.

Top Loading

Cranes and other suitable lifting equipment can be used to place oversized cargo onto the flat rack from above.

This is especially useful for machinery and equipment that cannot be driven or lifted through a standard container doorway.

Side Loading

The open sides allow cargo to be positioned from the side, providing additional flexibility for equipment that is difficult to approach from the end.

Cargo Securing

Once the cargo has been positioned, it must be properly secured using the available lashing points.

Straps, chains, nets and other suitable securing systems can be attached to the designated points around the flat rack.

Proper load distribution and securing are essential, particularly when transporting heavy or oversized cargo over long distances.

Ideal Applications

Heavy Machinery

The open platform makes the flat rack highly suitable for excavators, industrial machinery and other large equipment.

Construction Equipment

Construction companies can use flat racks to transport equipment and materials that exceed the loading limitations of standard containers.

Steel & Metal Products

Long steel products, pipes, structural components and other metal products can benefit from the open configuration.

Industrial Equipment

Large industrial components that cannot be disassembled into standard-container dimensions can be transported using the flat rack format.

Vehicles & Specialized Equipment

Depending on dimensions, weight and securing requirements, flat racks can be used for transporting vehicles and specialized equipment.

Mining & Agricultural Equipment

Large agricultural machinery and mining equipment can be accommodated more easily than in a conventional enclosed container.

Why Choose a 40′ Flat Rack Container?

A conventional shipping container is designed around enclosed cargo. That is an advantage for ordinary freight, but it becomes a major limitation when your cargo is oversized, unusually shaped or extremely difficult to load.

The 40′ Used Flat Rack Container removes those limitations by providing an open platform with strong end walls and numerous cargo-securing points.

Its 40-foot length, approximately 45,000 kg maximum gross weight, open-frame construction and foldable end walls provide the flexibility required for specialized transportation operations.

Because the container is Cargo Worthy and designed for international/intermodal transportation, it can provide a cost-effective alternative to purchasing a new specialized flat rack while still offering the structural functionality required for demanding cargo applications.

For businesses involved in construction, manufacturing, engineering, mining, agriculture, logistics or industrial transportation, this container is a practical solution when standard enclosed containers cannot accommodate the cargo.

Important Consideration

A flat rack is not an enclosed storage container. It is specifically designed for transporting cargo that benefits from open top and side access. The cargo itself must be properly secured and protected according to its characteristics and the transportation requirements.

When your cargo is too large, too heavy or too irregular for a standard container, the 40′ Used Flat Rack Container gives you the open access, strength and cargo-securing flexibility needed to move it with confidence.