Structural grade, cargo-worthy 20ft x 8ft Used Flat Rack Shipping Containers designed for heavy, bulky, and out-of-gauge (OOG) freight. Constructed from high-strength Corten steel with reinforced steel flooring, these secondhand flat racks provide the ultimate open-sided loading capability for machinery, vehicles, and industrial equipment. Fully inspected to CSC standards and available for fast delivery across the United Kingdom.
£1,900.00
Estimated Arrival 5-15 Business Days
– Delivered nationwide from our yard in Wolverhampton.
– 30 days return policy
When standard 20ft dry van containers lack the clearance required for oversized or heavy industrial cargo, 20ft x 8ft used flat rack shipping containers or collapsible flat rack container offer the ideal structural solution. Built without rigid side walls or fixed roofs, flat racks allow top, side, and end loading via crane or forklift, making them essential for high-capacity freight transport and specialized storage.
At Shipping Storage Containers UK Ltd, every used flat rack unit undergoes rigorous structural inspection. We ensure corner castings, bottom rails, and end walls meet strict Cargo Worthy (CW) criteria, providing robust safety for international shipping via IMO Freight Regulations or heavy-duty UK road transport.
Understanding exact clearance parameters is critical when loading out-of-gauge freight. Below are the standard external and internal measurements for a standard 20ft flat rack unit.
| Feature / Metric | Imperial Measurement | Metric Measurement |
| External Length | 19′ 10.5″ | 6.058 m |
| External Width | 8′ 0″ | 2.438 m |
| External Height (Fixed End) | 8′ 6″ | 2.591 m |
| External Height (Collapsed) | 1′ 1.5″ | 0.343 m |
| Internal Length (Between Ends) | 18′ 6″ | 5.638 m |
| Internal Width (Platform) | 7′ 3″ | 2.210 m |
| Tare Weight (Unladen) | approx. 6,060 lbs | approx. 2,750 kg |
| Max Payload Capacity | up to 60,000 lbs | up to 27,200 kg |
| Max Gross Weight | up to 67,200 lbs | up to 30,480 kg |
High-Yield Corten Steel Construction: Manufactured using corrosion-resistant Corten steel frame members to handle severe weather conditions and extreme static loads.
Heavy Load-Bearing Flooring: Features heavy-duty marine-grade softwood or steel-reinforced flooring rated for concentrated wheel loads and heavy machinery.
Multiple Lashing Points: Equipped with high-capacity tie-down rings along the bottom side rails and corner posts for safe cargo securing using chains, straps, or wire ropes.
End Wall Configurations: Available in either Fixed-End or Collapsible-End models. Collapsible units fold flush into the floor base, allowing empty units to be stacked flat for economical return transport.
Intermodal Compatibility: Equipped with standard ISO corner castings for quick mounting to container chassis, flatbed trailers, rail cars, and vessel decks.
Out-of-Gauge (OOG) Equipment: Ideal for transporting wide or tall machinery, including excavators, turbines, generators, and industrial pumps.
On-Site Heavy Plant Storage: Provides a secure, raised platform for off-grid industrial projects where side clearance is necessary for overhead crane loading.
Structural Base Building: Used as temporary bridges, ramp access supports, or foundational platforms for heavy-duty construction sites across the UK.
Vehicles & Agricultural Machinery: Simplifies the loading of non-standard vehicles, tractors, and forestry tools that cannot pass through standard container door headers.
All secondhand containers supplied by Shipping Storage Containers UK Ltd are sourced directly from shipping lines and leasing fleets. Prior to release, each unit undergoes a comprehensive multi-point inspection:
Structural Integrity: Bottom crossmembers and corner posts verified free of severe twist, buckling, or structural fatigue.
Corner Castings & ISO Fittings: Tested to ensure complete alignment with standard twist-locks and spreader beams.
Lashing Ring Testing: Tie-down anchor points verified intact and capable of securing maximum rated loads.
CSC Plate Status: Available with valid CSC updates for ocean freight shipping upon request.
We provide complete logistics and delivery support across England, Scotland, and Wales.
HIAB Crane Delivery: Specialized crane trucks deliver and position your 20ft flat rack directly on-site, provided access clearance is clear.
Flatbed Trailer Delivery: Suitable if you have on-site equipment (forklifts, cranes, or loaders) available to offload the unit yourself.
For detailed access requirements or to request site planning assistance, please visit our Container Delivery Guidance Page or speak directly with our logistics team.
