Can Different Vehicle Models Be Shipped in the Same Container?

Making Better Use of Container Space

Vehicle exporters rarely work with just one vehicle specification. A shipment might include different models, wheelbases, track widths, heights and weights, all of which influence how vehicles can be positioned inside a shipping container.

The challenge is to make efficient use of available space while ensuring every vehicle is loaded and secured appropriately.

Adjustable vehicle racking can help make this possible.

Why Vehicle Dimensions Matter

Before planning a container load, several factors need to be considered:

• Overall vehicle length, width and height.
• Wheelbase and wheel positioning.
• Vehicle weight and permitted loading limits.
• Available clearance between vehicles and the container.
• Racking positions and securing arrangements.
• Container dimensions and payload restrictions.

A configuration that works for one vehicle combination may not be suitable for another. Effective planning is therefore essential.

The Advantages of Adjustable Vehicle Racking

Trans-Rak systems are designed to accommodate a range of vehicle shapes and sizes, with configurations selected to suit the intended application.

R-RAK provides an adjustable in-container racking solution, whileEL-RAK allows vehicles to be loaded externally before being positioned inside the container and is also fully adjustable.

The appropriate system and configuration depend on the vehicles being transported, the container specification and the customer's loading procedures.

For some applications, multiple vehicles can be transported within a single 40ft High Cube container, helping to maximise available capacity. The number that can be accommodated depends on vehicle dimensions, weights and the approved loading arrangement.

Plan Before You Load

Providing vehicle specifications at the planning stage helps establish a suitable configuration before equipment is deployed.

This can help customers assess loading capacity, handling requirements and operational efficiency, while reducing the risk of unexpected difficulties during loading.

A Flexible Solution for Changing Vehicle Requirements

Whether transporting passenger cars, sports cars, SUVs or pickup trucks, choosing a suitable racking configuration can help support changing export requirements.

Contact Trans-Rak to discuss your vehicle specifications and explore the options for your containerised shipping operation.