Flatrack Specifications  
 
Typical Flatrack Specifications
The below stated dimensions and ratings are representative of Textainer's "typical" specifications. Individual container dimensions, ratings and specification details can be found by visiting our Equipment Status page.

Ratings¹ 20' Flatrack 40' Flatrack
Maximum Gross Weight 34,000 kg (74,950 lb.) 45,000 kg (99,207 lb.)
Tare Weight 2,740 kg (6,040 lb.) 4,795 kg (10,570 lb.)
Payload 31,260 kg (68,860 lb.) 40,205 kg (88,627 lb.)
Concentrated load over center 2 metre 20,000 kg (44,090 lb.) 25,400 kg (55,997 lb.)
External Dimensions²
Length 6,058 mm (19'-10½") 12,192 mm (40'-0")
Width 2,438 mm (8'-0") 2,438 mm (8'-0")
Height 2,591 mm (8'-6") 2,591 mm (8'-6")
(Folded) Height 370 mm (14½") 641 mm (25¼")
Internal Dimensions
Length (side access) 5,613 mm (18'-4 15/16") 11,762 mm (38'-7 1/16")
Width (deck) 2,218 mm (7'-3 3/8") 2,378 mm (7'-9 5/8")
Height 2,213 mm (7'-3 1/8") 1,960 mm (6'-5 3/16")
Test Loads
Stacking 86,400 kg (190,447 lb.) 86,400 kg (190,447 lb.)
Transverse Racking 15,240 kg (33,600 lb.) 15,240 kg (33,600 lb.)
Longitudinal Racking 7,620 kg (16,800 lb.) 7,620 kg (16,800 lb.)
Floor Strength 7,260 kg (16,000 lb.) 7,260 kg (16,000 lb.)
Lashing Points 5,000 kg (11,025 lb.) 5,000 kg (11,025 lb.)
¹Seven empty units can be stacked into a 20' X 8'-6" module
²Four empty units can be stacked into a 40' X 8'-6" module
Features
  • Full width front walls and folding front frames are easy to fold (use as platform or conveniently stack for storage and transportation).
  • Equipped with fork pockets.
  • Hinge design allows for worldwide standardization and parts availability.
  • Stainless steel end locking pins have easily accessible lubrication points to reduce maintenance costs.
  • Lashing points installed along the length of the main rails and throughout the for secure lashing of cargo at multiple points.
  • Solid wood floor planks, augmented by a steel deck plate, minimize floor damage by fork lifts.
  • End sill recess design prevents damage from twist locks.