Container Types
40' Flat Rack Container Dimensions & Capacity (42P1)
40' Flat Rack Container (42P1): internal 11.832 × 2.352 × 1.981 m, 55.2 CBM capacity, 40,000 kg max payload.
- ISO code
- 42P1
- External (L × W × H)
- 12.192 × 2.438 × 2.591 m
- Internal (L × W × H)
- 11.832 × 2.352 × 1.981 m
- Door (W × H)
- 2.352 × 1.981 m
- Capacity
- 55.2 CBM
- Tare weight
- 5,000 kg
- Max payload
- 40,000 kg
- Max gross weight
- 45,000 kg
- Pallets (Euro / US)
- 25 / 22
40-foot flat rack with collapsible ends for oversized cargo
The 40-foot Flat Rack container is the go-to choice for shipping very heavy and oversized project cargo. With a higher maximum gross weight (45,000 kg) compared to standard containers, it can handle heavy machinery, vehicles, yachts, and even wind turbine blades. The open design allows loading from any direction using cranes or forklifts.
Common uses of the 40' Flat Rack Container
- Heavy machinery
- Large vehicles
- Yachts
- Industrial equipment
- Wind turbine blades
Checking the figures
Dimensions and weights are typical values and vary by manufacturer. Check the container data plate and your carrier limits before loading.
More in this directory
- 40' High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45G1)
- 40' Open Top Container Dimensions & Capacity (42U1)
- 40' Platform Container Dimensions & Capacity (42P0)
- 40' Reefer Container Dimensions & Capacity (42R1)
- 40' Reefer High Cube Container Dimensions & Capacity (45R1)
- 40' Standard Container Dimensions & Capacity (42G1)
Frequently asked questions
What are the inside dimensions of a 40' Flat Rack Container?
11.832 m long, 2.352 m wide, and 1.981 m high.
How much can a 40' Flat Rack Container hold?
About 55.2 CBM, with a maximum payload of 40,000 kg.
How many pallets fit in a 40' Flat Rack Container?
About 25 Euro pallets or 22 US pallets, depending on the loading pattern.