20ft flat-rack internal dimensions

A 20ft flat-rack (20FR) container has internal dimensions of 5,940 × 2,200 × 2,213 mm (19.5 × 7.2 × 7.3 ft), a maximum payload of 31,260 kg (68,917 lb) and 28.9 m³ of usable volume.

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20ft flat-rack specifications

Internal length5,940 mm (19.5 ft)
Internal width2,200 mm (7.2 ft)
Internal height2,213 mm (7.3 ft)
Usable volume28.9 m³
Max payload31,260 kg (68,917 lb)
Tare weight2,740 kg
Max gross (CSC plate)34,000 kg
EUR pallets (floor, single tier)11
US/GMA pallets (floor, single tier)9

FAQ

What are the internal dimensions of a 20ft flat-rack?

The internal (usable) dimensions are 5,940 × 2,200 × 2,213 mm — 19.5 × 7.2 × 7.3 ft, giving 28.9 m³ of loadable volume. Real internal dimensions vary a little by build and operator, so verify against the equipment spec.

How many pallets fit in a 20ft flat-rack?

11 EUR pallets (1,200 × 800 mm) or 9 US/GMA pallets (1,219 × 1,016 mm) fit on the floor in a single tier. Double-stacking within the 2,213 mm inside height raises that when the cargo and its weight allow.

What is the maximum payload of a 20ft flat-rack?

Up to 31,260 kg (68,917 lb) of cargo, on top of the 2,740 kg tare. The packed gross must stay under the 34,000 kg CSC max gross — the SOLAS VGM ceiling.