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title: "40ft Flat Rack Containers in Liverpool, England"
description: "Storage containers for sale in Liverpool. Shipping Containers of Liverpool offers a wide range of storage containers. Get in touch today for a container quote"
url: "https://shippingcontainersofliverpool.co.uk/container-sales/flat-rack/40ft"
date: "2026-05-04T00:13:38+00:00"
language: "en-GB"
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## 40ft Flat Rack Container

# 40ft Flat Rack Shipping Containers for Sale

#### **Versatile, Heavy-Duty, and Built for Oversized Cargo**

A **40ft flat rack shipping container** is the perfect solution for transporting **oversized, irregularly shaped, or heavy cargo** that won’t fit inside a standard shipping container. Whether you're moving **large machinery, construction materials, vehicles, or industrial equipment**, flat rack containers provide the open structure and robust build required for secure and efficient transportation.

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![Image](https://shippingcontainersofliverpool.co.uk/images/containerimages/photo-2023-02-28-14-26-21.jpg)

### Key Features

Collapsible flat rack containers offer a flexible and efficient solution. Their unique design, featuring foldable ends, allows for easy loading and secure transport of items that wouldn't fit in standard containers.

- **Collapsible Ends** – The ends can be folded down to create a fully open platform, making loading and unloading large cargo easier.
- **Heavy-Duty Construction** – Manufactured using **Corten steel**, ensuring durability and strength for heavy loads.
- **No Roof or Sidewalls** – Ideal for transporting items that exceed the height or width of standard shipping containers.
- **ISO-Certified** – Designed to meet international shipping standards, making them **suitable for global transport**.
- **Stackable for Storage** – When not in use, collapsible flat racks can be stacked to **save space** in depots or storage yards.

### Standard 40ft Dims

| **Feature** | **40ft Flat Rack** |
|---|---|

| **External Dimensions** | 40' L × 8' W × 8'6" H |
|---|---|

| **Internal Dimensions** | 39' L × 7' W × 7'9" H |
|---|---|

| **Tare Weight** | Approx. 5,000 kg (11,025 lbs) |
|---|---|

| **Payload Capacity** | Up to 45,000 kg |
|---|---|

| **Material** | Corten Steel |
|---|---|

| **Certification** | ISO Shipping Standards |
|---|---|

## Uses of 40ft Flat Rack Containers

### Heavy Machinery & Equipment Transport

Flat racks are widely used to transport **industrial machinery, turbines, generators, and construction equipment** that cannot fit inside standard containers.

### Vehicle & Boat Shipping

These containers are ideal for **transporting large vehicles, trucks, and boats**, as they allow easy loading and secure fastening with multiple lashing points.

![Image](https://shippingcontainersofliverpool.co.uk/images/containerimages/img_4085.jpg)

### Construction & Industrial Material Handling

Steel beams, large pipes, timber, and **pre-fabricated construction elements** can be securely transported using flat racks, preventing damage and ensuring safety.

### Temporary Work Platforms

Flat racks serve as **work platforms, temporary storage areas, or bridges** in construction zones, industrial yards, and remote locations when laid flat.

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