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Flat rack twistlock — EC-FRTL-01
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Flat rack twistlock

EC-FRTL-01
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A stacking cone and twistlock purpose-built for flat rack service, spring-indexed every 90° via a stainless steel spring, for coupling 20 ft or 40 ft containers with zero clearance between castings.

Description

This stacking cone and twistlock is built specifically for flat rack service, giving zero clearance between corner castings once seated and indexing every 90 degrees via a stainless steel spring for quick, repeatable alignment when coupling 20 ft or 40 ft containers on a flat rack.

Features

  • Zero clearance between corner castings in use
  • Spring-indexes every 90° via a stainless steel spring for fast alignment
  • Couples 20 ft or 40 ft containers together on a flat rack
  • SWL 40 000 lbs tension / 30 000 lbs shear (MBL 80 000 lbs / 60 000 lbs)

Where it is used

Flat rack container securing; coupling containers on flat rack wagons for rail and road transport.

Specifications

MaterialSteel body with stainless steel spring
Load RatingSWL 40 000 lbs (18.1 t) tension / 30 000 lbs (13.6 t) shear — MBL 80 000 lbs (36.3 t) / 60 000 lbs (27.2 t)
Dimensions114.3 mm W × 146 mm H
Weight3.63 kg

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