Description
The 40ft Used Flat Rack Shipping Container is a heavy-duty, open-frame platform designed for transporting oversized cargo that won’t fit in standard containers. With collapsible or fixed-end walls and no side panels or roof, it’s ideal for heavy machinery, vehicles, pipe, lumber, or other bulk materials.
Built from high-strength Corten steel and rated for stacking, each unit offers exceptional durability and loading flexibility. This container type is commonly used in marine shipping, rail transport, or industrial staging applications.
All used units are cargo-worthy and inspected to ensure structural reliability. Cosmetic wear such as surface rust, dents, and paint fading may be present.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Container warranty
Every 40ft Used Flat Rack Shipping Container includes structural coverage for your peace of mind.
Container Warranty
5-year structural warranty from the date of delivery
Warranty Coverage Includes
- Frame, platform deck, and welded connections
- Corner casting and end-wall integrity
- Flat rack load-bearing capacity (as rated)
Warranty Exclusions
- Cosmetic wear including rust, dents, paint loss
- Weather exposure to stored cargo (open frame)
- Damage from improper loading or overloading






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