General description
A 40-foot Flat Rack "Cargo Worthy" (CW) shipping container is a specialized type of container designed for the transportation of heavy, bulky goods that cannot be loaded into a standard fixed-wall container. Flat Rack containers feature folding or removable side walls and fixed end posts, offering great flexibility for loading and unloading goods.
 
Key features
 Dimensions
 
External 
Length : 12,192 mm (40 feet)
Width: 2,438 mm (8 feet)
Height: Varies according to model (typically approx. 2,591 mm)
 
Internal 
Length: 12.032 mm
Width: 2.352 mm
Height: Varies according to model
 
 
 Capacity and weight
 
Internal volume: Varies according to specific flat rack dimensions.
Maximum gross weight: Approx. 45,000 kg (may vary slightly)
Empty weight: Approx. 5,000 to 6,000 kg (may vary slightly)
Payload capacity: Approx. 39,000 to 40,000 kg (may vary slightly)
 
 Construction
 
Material: Sturdy, rust- and weather-resistant corten steel structure.
Floor: Generally hardwood, capable of supporting heavy loads.
End posts: Sturdy, fixed posts designed to support heavy loads.
Side walls: Foldable or removable for easy loading and unloading.
 
 Security and compliance
 
Locks and bolts: Robust end posts to secure goods.
Certifications: Compliance with ISO standards and international regulations for freight transport. Cargo Worthy" certification guarantees that the container is seaworthy and can be used to transport goods.
 
 Loading flexibility
 
Top loading: Ideal for oversized goods that cannot be loaded through standard doors.
Side loading: Hinged side walls allow loading and unloading from the sides.
 
Typical applications
Transport of heavy and bulky goods: industrial machinery, vehicles, building materials, etc.
Storage: Used for temporary or permanent storage of bulky goods.
Industrial and construction projects: Perfect for equipment and materials requiring special handling.