This 20ft Used Collapsible Flat Rack Shipping Container features an open cargo configuration and folding steel end frames. It is designed for loading and transporting cargo that may require access from the sides or above, including items that may not fit within a standard enclosed shipping container.
The flat rack has an open-sided and open-top design, with no fixed side walls or roof. Its folding end frames can be lowered for storage and empty transportation. The supplied specifications describe a reinforced steel base frame, a timber or hardwood cargo deck on typical flat rack units, integrated cargo lashing points and ISO-style reinforced corner fittings.
Because this is an open flat rack, it does not provide the same enclosed protection as a standard shipping container. Cargo dimensions, weight, loading arrangements and securing requirements should be assessed against the specifications and condition of the individual unit before purchase.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Condition | Used |
| Product Type | Collapsible-End Flat Rack Shipping Container |
| Nominal Size | 20ft |
| Indicative External Height | Approx. 2.2m with end frames erected |
| Configuration | Open Side / Open Top |
| End Frames | Two Reinforced Steel End Frames |
| End Frame Operation | Folding end frames can be lowered for storage and empty transport |
| Construction | High-Strength Structural Steel, as specified |
| Side Walls | None |
| Roof | None |
| Cargo Deck | Timber / Hardwood Deck on Typical Flat Rack Units |
| Base Frame | Reinforced Steel Longitudinal and Transverse Members |
| Cargo Lashing | Integrated Tie-Down / Lashing Points |
| Corner Castings | ISO-Style Reinforced Corner Fittings |
Main Features
Open Flat Rack Configuration
The flat rack has an open-sided and open-top configuration. This allows cargo to be loaded from the sides or above, depending on the dimensions of the cargo, available handling equipment and loading arrangements.
Unlike an enclosed shipping container, the flat rack does not have fixed side walls or a roof.
Folding End Frames
The unit includes two reinforced steel end frames. These frames can be folded down when the flat rack is being stored or transported empty.
Confirm the condition, operation and locking arrangements of the end frames for the individual used unit before purchase.
Steel Base Frame
The supplied specifications describe a reinforced steel base frame with longitudinal and transverse structural members. The condition and suitability of the frame should be assessed against the intended cargo and loading requirements.
Cargo Deck
The description specifies a timber or hardwood cargo deck on typical flat rack units. Confirm the actual deck material, condition, dimensions and load requirements of the individual flat rack before purchase.
Cargo Lashing Points
Integrated tie-down or lashing points are specified for cargo securing. The number, location, condition and rated capacity of the lashing points should be confirmed before use.
Cargo securing arrangements must be appropriate for the type, size, weight and shape of the cargo being transported.
Corner Fittings
The flat rack is described as having ISO-style reinforced corner fittings. Confirm the actual corner fitting configuration and condition of the individual unit before purchase or transport.
Potential Cargo Applications
The open flat rack configuration may be considered for cargo such as:
- Machinery
- Steel products
- Pipes
- Timber
- Vehicles
- Other items that may not fit within a standard enclosed container
The listed examples are intended to describe potential cargo applications. The suitability of the individual flat rack depends on the cargo dimensions, weight, loading method, securing requirements and confirmed unit specifications.
Loading and Cargo Requirements
Before purchasing or using the flat rack, confirm:
- Cargo length, width and height
- Total cargo weight
- Weight distribution across the cargo deck
- Loading method and available equipment
- Access requirements from the sides or above
- Condition and capacity of the cargo deck
- Condition and availability of lashing points
- Cargo securing arrangements
- End frame position and clearance requirements
- Transport and handling requirements
The actual cargo dimensions, weight limits and loading requirements should be checked against the specifications of the individual flat rack.
Important Information
- The container is listed as Used.
- This is an open flat rack and is not an enclosed shipping container.
- The flat rack does not provide the same enclosed protection as a standard shipping container.
- The unit is not described as weatherproof. Additional protection for cargo should be arranged separately where required.
- The end frames can be folded down for storage and empty transportation, subject to the condition and configuration of the individual unit.
- Confirm the actual external dimensions, including the length and height with the end frames erected or folded.
- Confirm the condition of the steel frame, cargo deck, end frames, corner fittings and lashing points before purchase.
- Confirm the cargo dimensions, weight, loading method and securing requirements are suitable for the individual flat rack.
- Confirm the handling equipment, transport arrangements and site access requirements before delivery.
- Product specifications and cargo suitability should be checked against the requirements of the intended application before purchase or use.











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