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Flat Racks East Midlands – Specialist Solutions for Oversized Cargo

Businesses throughout the East Midlands frequently require robust and adaptable solutions for transporting goods that exceed the dimensions of standard shipping containers. Flat rack containers provide the answer, expertly handling oversized machinery, industrial components, vehicles, and construction materials across the region and beyond. With open sides and sturdy end walls – either fixed or collapsible – flat racks ensure safer and more efficient loading and securing of your challenging cargo. Whether you move plant equipment within Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, or Rutland, or export bulky items internationally, our flat rack solutions deliver the strength, flexibility, and compliance necessary for seamless logistics.

20ft Flat Racks in the East Midlands – Compact and Capable

Our 20ft flat rack containers offer a compact yet exceptionally robust option for transporting bulky goods throughout the East Midlands. Their design features end walls that fold flat, allowing for efficient stacking and space-saving storage when not in active use. These units hold full ISO certification and CSC plating, confirming their suitability for road, rail, and sea transport both regionally and internationally.

A shipping container holds a large machine and wooden crates, secured with straps at a port setting.
A yellow loader is secured on a container flatbed, surrounded by cargo containers and tires in the background.
A stacked truck and trailer secured on a shipping container, with visible wheels and cargo ties.
A large container covered with a blue tarp and secured with red straps, positioned at a transport facility.
Red industrial machinery on a shipping container, with a Maersk logo and clear sky in the background.
Yellow containers are secured on a flatbed, surrounded by cargo and industrial scenery.
Three large yellow containers secured on a flatbed truck, set against a backdrop of lush greenery.
A red offshore storage tank mounted on a gray Maersk platform, with containers and trees in the background.
Containers with wooden flooring arranged inside a cargo area, showcasing their colorful exteriors and open doors.

Key Features for East Midlands Businesses

  • ISO certified and CSC plated for national and international transport compliance.
  • Collapsible end walls facilitate easy stacking and cost-effective return logistics.
  • Available in standard flat rack or platform (flatbed) configurations.
  • Acquire units through hire, purchase, or request custom modifications tailored to your East Midlands operations.
  • Benefit from nationwide delivery, including all major locations across the East Midlands.

20ft Flat Rack Specifications

Feature Metric Imperial
External Dimensions 6m x 2.43m x 2.6m 20’ x 8’ x 8’6”
Internal Dimensions 5.8m x 2.4m x 2.3m 19’6.4” x 7’9.5” x 7’5.5”
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
Fork Pocket Distance 2,050 mm 6’8.5”

40ft Flat Racks Across the East Midlands – Maximum Capacity

For loads demanding substantial space and robust support across the East Midlands, our 40ft flat rack containers provide the optimal solution. Businesses throughout the region trust these units for transporting larger or heavier items that enclosed containers cannot accommodate. Their collapsible ends streamline storage and outgoing logistics, enhancing operational efficiency.

Key Features for East Midlands Transport

  • Experience the largest flat rack format, offering exceptional weight capacity.
  • Units are fully ISO compliant and CSC plated for global and UK transport readiness.
  • End walls fold flat, simplifying stacking and storage.
  • Optional modifications are available to precisely match your specific project needs in the East Midlands.
  • We provide UK-wide delivery, including HIAB-assisted placement throughout the East Midlands.

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

What types of cargo are best suited for flat rack containers in the East Midlands?

Flat rack containers excel at transporting oversized or heavy items that do not fit within standard containers. This includes machinery, vehicles, large pipes, construction materials, boats, and other industrial equipment commonly moved within and from the East Midlands.

Are flat rack containers suitable for international shipping from the East Midlands?

Yes, all our flat rack containers are ISO certified and CSC plated, making them fully compliant and suitable for international transport via sea and other modes, in addition to domestic movements within the UK and the East Midlands.

Can I hire a flat rack container in the East Midlands?

Absolutely. We offer flexible hire options for flat rack containers of various sizes, providing a cost-effective solution for temporary or project-specific needs in the East Midlands.

How are flat rack containers delivered in the East Midlands?

We provide nationwide delivery, including comprehensive coverage across the East Midlands. Deliveries are typically handled by specialist vehicles, often with HIAB cranes for safe and precise offloading at your site.

Can the end walls of flat racks be removed?

Flat racks come with either fixed or collapsible end walls. Collapsible end walls fold down but remain attached to the container base, making them ideal for stacking and return journeys. Fixed end wall units provide maximum rigidity.

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