Flat Rack Container Hire & Sales in Dundee
Acorn Containers supplies high-quality flat rack shipping containers for hire and sale directly to businesses across Dundee and the surrounding Tayside area. Flat racks provide an essential solution for transporting oversized, heavy, or irregularly shaped cargo that standard enclosed containers cannot accommodate. With open sides and robust end walls, flat racks simplify the loading and securing of machinery, vehicles, pipes, construction materials, and more.
Whether you need a flat rack for a single shipment or require units for ongoing logistics in Dundee, we offer flexible hire and competitive purchase options. Our flat racks are built to international ISO standards, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of rail, road, and sea transport both within the UK and overseas.
Why Choose Flat Racks for Your Dundee Cargo?
Transporting non-standard cargo presents unique challenges. Flat rack containers overcome these by offering:
- Easy Loading: Open sides allow for top or side loading using cranes or forklifts, ideal for heavy or wide items.
- Secure Transport: Multiple lashing points provide numerous options for safely securing cargo, preventing movement during transit.
- Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of goods including heavy plant, vehicles, boats, large pipes, and pre-fabricated structures.
- Collapsible Options: Many flat racks feature collapsible end walls, allowing for efficient stacking and reducing costs on return journeys when empty.
Acorn Containers provides flat racks in Dundee that are fully inspected and certified, ready for immediate deployment for your specific transport needs.
20ft Flat Rack Containers Dundee
Our 20ft flat rack containers offer a robust and manageable solution for transporting moderately sized oversized cargo within or from Dundee. Their compact footprint makes them suitable for various transport modes and tighter delivery locations. These units are ISO certified and CSC plated, ready for immediate use.
Features of 20ft Flat Racks:
- ISO certified and CSC plated for international and domestic transport
- Collapsible end walls for efficient stacking when empty
- Available for immediate hire or purchase in Dundee
- Heavy-duty timber floor provides excellent support
- Multiple lashing points
View the typical specifications for a 20ft flat rack:
| Feature | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| External Dimensions | 6m x 2.43m x 2.6m | 20’ x 8’ x 8’6” |
| 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 | |
40ft Flat Rack Containers Dundee
For larger or heavier oversized loads in Dundee, our 40ft flat rack containers provide maximum capacity and strength. These units are the preferred choice for transporting significant pieces of machinery or large volume items that require open-sided access. Like their 20ft counterparts, they are fully certified for global transport.
Features of 40ft Flat Racks:
- Highest capacity flat rack option
- Fully ISO compliant and CSC plated
- Collapsible end walls for efficient storage and return logistics
- Robust structure designed for heavy loads
- Available for hire or sale with delivery to Dundee
View the typical specifications for a 40ft flat rack:
| Feature | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| External Dimensions | 12.19m x 2.43m x 2.6m | 40’ x 8’ x 8’6” |
| 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 | |
Flat Rack Container Delivery in Dundee
Acorn Containers arranges efficient and reliable delivery of flat rack containers throughout Dundee and the wider Tayside region. We utilise specialist transport, including HIAB-assisted vehicles where required, to ensure your container arrives safely and is positioned correctly on your site. Our team coordinates logistics to provide a smooth delivery experience.
Hire or Buy Flat Racks in Dundee
Choosing between hiring and buying depends on your specific business needs. Hiring a flat rack in Dundee offers flexibility for one-off projects or fluctuating demands, avoiding capital expenditure. Purchasing provides a long-term asset for ongoing transport requirements. Acorn Containers advises you on the best option for your situation and budget, offering competitive pricing for both hire and sale.
Flat Rack Container FAQ
What types of cargo are suitable for flat rack containers?
Flat rack containers are ideal for transporting oversized, heavy, or irregularly shaped cargo that won't fit into standard enclosed containers. This includes machinery, vehicles, boats, large pipes, timber, steel coils, and construction materials.
Are flat rack containers waterproof?
No, flat rack containers have open sides and are not enclosed like standard shipping containers. Cargo transported on a flat rack typically requires protective wrapping or covering if it needs protection from the elements.
Can I transport flat rack containers by road in the UK?
Yes, flat rack containers are designed for intermodal transport and can be moved by road, rail, and sea. Specialist heavy haulage or standard container transport vehicles are used depending on the cargo and weight.
Do flat rack containers come with securing equipment?
Flat rack containers feature multiple lashing points along the side rails and on the end walls. While the container provides the structure and lashing points, you are responsible for providing and applying appropriate lashing and securing equipment for your specific cargo.
Are your flat racks certified for international shipping?
Yes, all flat racks supplied by Acorn Containers are ISO certified and CSC plated, making them fully compliant for international maritime transport as well as domestic use within the UK.