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Rail Curtainside Container
- Cat Class:
- 925-4350
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Product description
Royal Wolf’s Rail Curtainside Containers are purpose-built to streamline the transport of palletised and over-length cargo, offering efficient and safe freight handling across diverse logistics operations. Designed with intermodal capability, these containers are compatible with both road and rail networks, allowing seamless transitions between transport modes.
Key safety features include WHS-compliant hanging gates, adjustable mezzanine decks for dual-level loading, and buckle-less curtains that simplify access. Available in multiple sizes and configurations, they can be hired or purchased Australia and New Zealand-wide.
- Intermodal compatibility for road and rail
- Mezzanine deck options for dual-level freight
- WHS-compliant design with hanging safety gates
Features
Reinforced Construction with Lightweight Efficiency
Heavy-duty end walls and a robust steel frame ensure long-term durability under heavy use, while lightweight aluminium deck panels reduce tare weight to maximise payload and transport efficiency.
Dual-Level Loading with Adjustable Mezzanine Decks
Mechanically operated mezzanine decks allow for fast and safe dual-tier freight stacking, optimising internal space without the operator needing to leave the forklift.
Quick Access Buckle-less Curtains
Innovative curtain design removes the need for traditional buckles, allowing rapid opening and closing to speed up loading times and reduce manual handling.
Integrated Load Securing Systems
Twelve ratchet-style load binders run along each side rail to ensure cargo is firmly secured in place during transit, supported by recessed lashing rings for added restraint.
Built-in Storage and Safety Features
In-floor toolboxes provide secure, convenient access to essential equipment, while curtain pole support tabs ensure structural stability throughout operations.
WHS-Compliant Safety Enhancements
Fitted with hanging gates and passive safety systems, these containers support compliance with workplace handling regulations, helping reduce onsite risk and improve operational safety.
Specifications
Model Specifications | |
|---|---|
External Dimensions | |
Length | 14,746 mm |
Width | 2,500 mm |
Height | 2,997 mm |
Internal Dimensions | |
Length | 1,272 mm / 12,002 mm / 1,272 mm |
Width | 2,438 mm (between gates) |
Height | 2,517 mm |
Side Opening | |
Opening Width | 1,195 mm / 5,858 mm x 2 / 1,195 mm |
Opening Height | 2,517 mm |
Capacity & Weight | |
Cubic Capacity | 92.1 m³ |
Maximum Gross Weight | 32,000 kg |
Tare Weight | 9,120 kg |
Maximum Payload | 22,880 kg |
Mezzanine Deck Payload | 4,000 kg per deck |
Handling | |
Lifting full or empty by vertical top lift at 40' top corner fittings | |
Lifting full or empty by chain lift at 20' bottom corner fittings | |
The Royal Wolf Rail Curtainside Containers
Options
- Mezzanine deck layout adjustments
- Branded signage or external decals
- Internal lighting and power installations
- Additional tie-down points or lashing rings
- Reinforced or fire-retardant curtain materials
- Safety features like handrails and anti-slip flooring
- Ramp or dock access compatibility
Suited for
- Logistics and rail operators
- Palletised and over-length freights
- Industrial and manufacturing supply chains
- Freight-forwarding and warehousing applications
Rail Curtainside Containers FAQs
A rail curtainside container is a purpose-built intermodal freight unit designed for seamless transport across rail and road networks. Featuring flexible curtain sides and reinforced construction, these containers allow efficient side loading and unloading, especially useful for palletised and over-length cargo. Royal Wolf’s rail curtainside containers are WHS-compliant and available with mezzanine decks for increased load capacity and handling flexibility.
A rail curtainside container features sliding side curtains instead of rigid steel walls. This design allows for rapid side access and simplifies the loading of bulky or palletised goods. Compared to standard freight containers, curtainside containers significantly reduce manual handling time and are better suited for frequent loading operations in logistics, manufacturing, and transport sectors.
Yes. Royal Wolf’s curtainside shipping containers are engineered for full intermodal freight compatibility, meaning they can be efficiently lifted, stacked, and transported via both road and rail networks. Their standardised corner castings and reinforced frame make them suitable for top-lift, chain-lift, and sideloader handling, offering maximum flexibility in freight movement and logistics coordination.
A container with a mezzanine deck, like Royal Wolf’s Rail Curtainside Container, offers dual-level loading, allowing goods to be stacked safely above and below the deck. This increases usable space, optimises load distribution, and supports varied cargo sizes. Mechanically adjustable mezzanine decks improve loading efficiency and can be operated safely without leaving the forklift, making them ideal for dynamic freight environments.
Curtainside shipping containers are specifically designed to accommodate wide, long, or irregularly shaped cargo. The side curtain system opens fully along the container’s length, allowing forklift access from the side. This makes it easier to load items that wouldn’t fit through standard container doors, making these units a preferred choice for transport companies and logistics providers dealing with non-standard freight.
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