Description
Product overview
A 40ft used certified flat rack shipping container — also called a 40-foot flat rack or open-frame cargo platform — is a pre-owned steel unit you own outright designed for transporting oversized cargo that will not fit in standard enclosed containers. With collapsible or fixed end walls and no side panels or roof, it handles heavy machinery, vehicles, pipe, lumber, and bulk materials. Why flat rack over standard container? Built from high-strength Corten steel and rated for stacking, each unit offers exceptional durability and loading flexibility from above or the sides. Commonly used in marine shipping, rail transport, and industrial staging where cargo dimensions exceed standard container limits. All used units are cargo-worthy and inspected for structural reliability. Cosmetic wear such as surface rust, dents, and paint fading may be present without affecting load capacity or certification. Units ship in stock for nationwide delivery, giving you secure steel storage on a timeline that matches project deadlines without waiting on custom lead times. Units ship in stock for nationwide delivery, giving you secure steel storage on a timeline that matches project deadlines without waiting on custom lead times.Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| External Length | 40 ft (12.19 m) |
| External Width | 8 ft (2.44 m) |
| External Height (collapsed) | 1 ft 6 in (0.46 m) approx. (collapsed ends) |
| Deck Height (loaded) | 2 ft (0.61 m) approx. |
| Interior Width | 7 ft 9 in (2.36 m) between corner posts |
| Construction | Corten steel platform with reinforced frame |
| End Walls | Collapsible or fixed ends (varies by unit) |
| Side Walls / Roof | None |
| Floor Type | Steel or hardwood plank deck (varies by unit) |
| ISO Certification | Yes |
| CSC Plate | Available |
| NSN | 8145-01-456-7773 |
| Weather Resistance | Open-air; not weatherproof |
| Load Rating | Up to 88,000 lbs (39,916 kg), varies by build |
| Corner Post Strength | ISO standard, 192,000 lbs stacking |
| Condition | Used, cargo-worthy |


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