Name: Buckhorn Packaging | 70x48x50 Proven HDPE | Rackable Pallets
SKU: BS704850-4
Price: 499.00 USD
Availability: InStock

buckhorn packaging — product overview

This product is part of our buckhorn packaging catalog at Rackable Pallets, engineered for industrial supply-chain duty in warehousing, distribution, and material handling. Every unit is molded from virgin high-density polyethylene (HDPE) for a service life that typically outlasts wood or corrugated alternatives by an order of magnitude.

The Buckhorn | 70x48x50 | Extended Length Container ships ready for daily cycling across cold-chain, food-grade, pharma, and heavy-industrial programs. HDPE construction is compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 HDPE standards and aligns with the hygiene, load, and handling standards industrial buyers rely on.

Why plastic beats wood and corrugated

Plastic containers hold their stated load across years of daily cycling. Wood splinters, absorbs moisture, and requires ISPM-15 heat treatment for export. HDPE skips all three — it ships internationally without treatment paperwork, resists moisture and mold, and cleans with 180°F caustic washdown for hygienic reuse in food-contact programs.

Common applications for buckhorn packaging

Automotive and industrial parts distribution — closed-loop unit-load shipping.
Food and beverage processing — hygienic washdown between product runs.
Cold-chain and freezer storage — HDPE rated from −40°F to +180°F working temperature.
Agricultural seed and grain handling — direct-discharge configurations available.
Chemical and ingredient bulk transfer — HDPE chemical resistance across pH 1–14.
Export shipping to Asia-Pacific, EU, and Latin America lanes — customs-safe and ISPM-15 exempt.

Specifications buyers ask about most

Buyers comparing options typically look at five data points: static and dynamic load ratings, empty-stack or collapse ratio, bottom-runner configuration, deck material (food-grade, freezer-rated, or standard industrial HDPE), and reinforcement options (steel rods, fiberglass pultrusions, or non-reinforced). Every unit in the catalog ships with a published spec sheet so downstream decisions rest on verifiable numbers rather than marketing copy.

Shipping and fulfillment

Each unit ships from our nearest regional yard (Dallas, Atlanta, Los Angeles, or Newark) on a 5-business-day lead time for stocked footprints. Custom runs take 3–6 weeks depending on mold availability. For pricing or spec-sheet downloads, browse our full buckhorn packaging line or request a quote from our team.

Closed-loop program support

Most industrial buyers running buckhorn packaging at volume need more than unit-price quotes — they need a supplier who manages the full fleet life cycle. We run closed-loop recovery programs for every product line in the catalog: we pick up retired units from your dock, wash and inspect them against a 22-point structural checklist, and credit the recovered material (or refurbished stock) against your next order. For high-turnover programs the net cost per cycle drops well below the wood-pallet equivalent by year two. Ask about fleet recovery when you request a quote — our operations team can size a program to your annual throughput and recommend whether stock, custom, or a hybrid pallet fleet pays back fastest on your lanes.

Buckhorn BS704850 collapsible bulk containers are “premium products that promote environmental sustainability.” These bulk containers offer superior quality and value, and are also in stock and readily available for immediate shipment. Made from high-density polyethylene, these 1,700 lb capacity medium-duty containers are built to provide years of service under harsh conditions. These 70″ x 48″ footprint, 34″ height containers are stackable, easy to assemble and knock down, are 100% recyclable, and save on storage and transportation costs. They have pallet jack and 4-way forklift access for secure and efficient handling. Drop doors on the 70″ sides and two on the 48″ allow for easy access to the contents of the container. These collapsible bulk containers are ideal for storing and handling a variety of component parts, industrial materials, and commercial supplies.

RETURN RATIO:
2.1:1
FLOOR:
Solid
COLOR:
Black
OPTIONAL LID:
DGX7048-L-M
PART #:
BS704850-4

DOWNLOAD SPEC SHEETS

Dimensions	in.	Capacity
Exterior Height	50″	Internal Volume (cu.ft.)	72.8
Exterior Width	48″	Weight Capacity (lbs.)	1,700
Exterior Length	70″	Static Loading	4
Interior Height	42.6″	Dynamic Load Stack	2
Interior Width	44.5″	Max. Stack Weight	N/A
Interior Length	66.3″	Floor Type	Solid
Collapsed Height	24.4″

Shipping		Features
53′ Trailer Load	36	Drop Doors	4
53′ Load Collapsed	68	Door Opening Long	40″ x 24.5″
Fork Opening Long	3.2″ x 10.8″	Door Opening Short	32″ x 22.5″
Fork Opening Short	3.2″ x 10.2″	Ventilation	N/A
Fork Lift Entry	4-way	Approvals	N/A
Weight	248 lbs	Optional Lids	DGX7048-L-M
		Brand	Buckhorn


Spring Loaded Latches	Corner Drain Holes	Solid Floor	Made in the USA
Ergonomic spring loaded latches provide a quick and reliable locking mechanism for both access doors and collapsing sidewalls.	Drain holes strategically placed in the interior corners of this solid bottom container keep liquids from pooling.	A solid floor bottom ensures small parts will not be lost and provides a smooth and even load surface.	This bulk container is proudly made in America.