Flat Racks Leicester - Transporting Oversized Cargo
Businesses in Leicester requiring specialist transport solutions for oversized, heavy, or irregularly shaped cargo turn to flat rack containers. Unlike standard containers with four solid walls and a roof, flat racks feature open sides and either fixed or collapsible end walls. This unique design makes them ideal for loading and securing items that simply won't fit through traditional container doors, such as heavy machinery, large pipes, vehicles, or construction materials.
Utilising flat racks ensures safer and more efficient movement of challenging loads, whether transporting goods within Leicestershire or moving items further afield. Acorn Containers provides robust and compliant flat rack solutions perfectly suited for Leicester businesses needing to handle bulky or industrial cargo. These containers offer the necessary strength, flexibility, and certification for various transport methods.
20ft Flat Rack Containers in Leicester
Our 20ft flat rack containers offer a compact yet incredibly strong solution for transporting bulky cargo from or to Leicester. These units provide a reliable platform for loads requiring secure lashing points and open access for loading. Crucially for storage and return logistics in Leicester, the end walls fold flat, allowing efficient stacking when the containers are not in use.
All 20ft flat racks supplied in Leicester are ISO certified and CSC plated, making them suitable for road, rail, and sea transport both domestically across the UK and internationally. Businesses in Leicester can rely on these units for fully compliant and secure transport of their specific loads.
Key Features for Leicester Businesses
- ISO certified and CSC plated for international and domestic transport
- Collapsible end walls for easy stacking and space-saving when not in use
- Available in standard flat rack or platform (flatbed) format
- Hire or purchase options available to suit project duration and budget
- Delivered directly to your location in Leicester and surrounding areas
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 Rack Containers for Maximum Capacity in Leicester
For businesses in Leicester handling the largest possible oversized loads, our 40ft flat rack containers provide the required space and structural support. These units are frequently used across UK industries for transporting the heaviest and largest items that enclosed containers cannot accommodate. The collapsible ends offer significant advantages for empty container storage and return logistics.
Our 40ft flat racks supplied in Leicester are fully ISO compliant and CSC plated, ensuring they meet all regulations for global and UK-based transport. Businesses in Leicester benefit from the high weight capacity and ample platform space these containers provide for their most demanding transport needs.
Key Features for Leicester Businesses
- Largest flat rack format available with high weight capacity
- Fully ISO compliant and CSC plated for global and UK transport
- End walls fold flat for efficient stacking
- Optional modifications available to suit specific project requirements
- UK-wide delivery, including Leicester, via HIAB-assisted vehicles
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 | |
Flat Rack Container FAQs for Leicester
What kind of goods should I transport on a flat rack container in Leicester?
Flat rack containers are specifically designed for oversized, heavy, or unusually shaped items that cannot fit inside standard dry containers. This includes machinery, vehicles, large pipes, timber, construction materials, and other industrial equipment.
Are flat rack containers suitable for international shipping from Leicester?
Yes, the flat rack containers we supply in Leicester are ISO certified and CSC plated, making them fully compliant for international sea, rail, and road transport.
Can I hire a flat rack container in Leicester?
Yes, we offer flat rack containers for both hire and purchase in Leicester, providing flexibility based on your project needs and duration.
How are flat rack containers delivered in Leicester?
We deliver flat rack containers to locations across Leicester and the wider UK using specialist vehicles, often equipped with HIAB cranes for safe and efficient offloading.
Do 20ft and 40ft flat racks have collapsible ends?
Yes, both our 20ft and 40ft flat rack container options feature collapsible end walls. This feature aids in efficient storage and reduces costs during empty return transport by allowing multiple units to be stacked.
Can I get modifications made to a flat rack container in Leicester?
Depending on your specific requirements, we may be able to arrange modifications to flat rack containers. Discuss your needs with our team.