Container Dimensions

40ft Flat Rack Dimensions

  • Exceptionally high loading capacity for heavy-duty use
  • Optimised design for global shipping compatibility
  • Features collapsible ends for versatile loading options
Feature Imperial Measurements Metric Measurements
Maximum Payload 63,640 lb 28,870 kg
External Dimensions (LxWxH) 40' x 8' x 8'6" 12.192 x 2.438 x 2.591 m
Total Volume 2,366 cubic feet 67 m3
Door Opening (Width) 7' 8 1/8" 2.340 m
Door Opening (Height) 7' 5 1/2" 2.274 m
Internal Length 39' 5 11/16" 12.032 m
Internal Width 7' 8 1/2" 2.350 m
Internal Height (to load line) 7' 10 7/32" 2.393 m
Gross Weight 71,650 lb 32,500 kg
Tare Weight 8,010 lb 3,630 kg

The 40ft Flat Rack container, available with fixed or collapsible ends, is an optimal solution for storing and transporting heavy or oversized items that surpass the capacity of standard shipping containers. Featuring rigid and robust end walls, these containers are specifically designed to enable safe stacking, maximise space, and ensure efficiency. Equipped with lashing rings, they guarantee secure cargo fastening under all conditions.

Our unwavering dedication to quality and safety is a top priority. Each 40ft flat rack container undergoes a comprehensive inspection by independent experts before delivery. This ensures compliance with international standards, including a valid CSC date upon request, which is essential for global shipping readiness.

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Quick response for everything from getting me a price to getting it delivered.

The driver was spot on and made sure we was happy with the positioning before leaving.

Excellent company - great service

We were messed around by another supplier and so after weeks of waiting to no avail we got a refund and went to these guys. Their communication was excellent and within days we had our container delivered. Container in excellent condition, the delivery driver was very helpful and arrived on time, and the total price was the cheapest we could fine. Highly recommended.

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Great customer service from start to finish. Prompt response from any query, order and delivery date confirmed immediately and then a time slot given on the delivery date making the purchase very smooth.

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At Shipping Containers of Southampton, we’re proud to serve a broad range of locations across the South of England. Our hiab delivery coverage includes Reading, Portsmouth, Swindon, Basingstoke, Guildford, Maidenhead, Camberley, Eastbourne, Eastleigh, Bracknell, Bournemouth, Brighton, Slough, Crawley, Farnborough, Weybridge, Aldershot, and Chichester. Whether you need a new or used container, we offer prompt delivery and competitive pricing.