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Flat Rack · 1 TEU

20ft Flat Rack Container

Collapsible-end platform for heavy, over-width cargo.

Capacity
30,140 kg
Max payload
2,360 kg
Tare weight
32,500 kg
Max gross

Dimensions

MeasurementLengthWidthHeight
External6.06 m19' 11"2.44 m8' 0"2.59 m8' 6"
Internal5.94 m19' 6"2.40 m7' 10"2.35 m7' 9"
Door opening

Values follow widely published ISO standards (metric, with imperial shown for reference). Actual dimensions vary slightly by manufacturer and series.

Capacity & Weight

Tare (empty) weight
2,360 kg5,203 lb
Maximum payload
30,140 kg66,447 lb
Maximum gross weight
32,500 kg71,650 lb

About the 20ft Flat Rack

A 20ft flat rack has a strong floor with fixed or collapsible end walls and no sides or roof, allowing over-width and heavy cargo to be loaded and lashed from the sides or top. Its high payload suits dense, awkward loads.

Best for

  • Heavy machinery
  • Over-width cargo
  • Vehicles
  • Pipes & cable drums

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20ft Flat Rack container FAQ

What are the dimensions of a 20ft Flat Rack container?

A 20ft Flat Rack Container has external dimensions of 6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 m (19' 11" × 8' 0" × 8' 6"), with an internal usable space of 5.94 × 2.40 × 2.35 m.

How much can a 20ft Flat Rack container hold?

It has a tare (empty) weight of 2,360 kg, a maximum payload of 30,140 kg and a maximum gross weight of 32,500 kg.

What is a 20ft Flat Rack container used for?

A 20ft flat rack has a strong floor with fixed or collapsible end walls and no sides or roof, allowing over-width and heavy cargo to be loaded and lashed from the sides or top. Its high payload suits dense, awkward loads. It is best suited to heavy machinery, over-width cargo, vehicles, pipes & cable drums.

How do I track a 20ft Flat Rack container?

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