Mobile Vehicle Panel Storage Rack For 7 Panels FMT1226

Mobile Vehicle Panel Storage Rack FMT1226 – Holds 7 Large Panels

The Mobile Vehicle Panel Storage Rack (FMT1226) is a robustly built storage and transport solution that holds up to 7 large vehicle body panels. Because it features a fully welded steel frame and durable plastic-coated uprights, this rack safely accommodates doors, bonnets, tailgates, wings and other full-size body panels — keeping them organised, protected and ready for the next stage of repair.

At £225.99, the FMT1226 sits in the middle of the panel rack range and offers the best balance between capacity and footprint. As a result, it suits the majority of mid-size bodyshops that handle one to two vehicles at a time.

Why Choose the 7-Panel Rack?

A typical collision repair involves removing between 3 and 8 panels from a single vehicle. In a busy bodyshop, those loose panels often end up leaning against walls, stacked on benches or placed on the floor. Without proper storage, they quickly pick up dents, scratches and paint chips — and consequently that leads to costly rework before the panels can go back on the vehicle.

The FMT1226 solves this problem by providing 7 dedicated panel slots on a single mobile rack. Because the panels stand upright and separated, they stay protected throughout the entire repair process. Furthermore, 7 slots give you enough capacity to store the full panel set from most collision repairs on one rack, so you rarely need a second.

This makes the FMT1226 particularly useful for:

• Mid-size bodyshops that strip one or two vehicles at a time and therefore need a single rack that covers most jobs
• Insurance repair centres where panels must stay in perfect condition throughout the claims process
• Paint shops that need to store freshly painted panels safely before refitting
• Workshops handling SUVs, vans and larger vehicles that produce more panels per job

125 mm Panel Spacing for Safe Storage

The FMT1226 uses 25 mm diameter upright bars spaced at 150 mm centres (hole to hole). Once the bars are fitted, this gives a clear gap of 125 mm between each panel slot. As a result, panels sit comfortably without pressing against each other, which prevents surface-to-surface contact and reduces the risk of scratches or paint damage.

This spacing is wide enough to accommodate thick panels such as bonnets and tailgates, yet close enough to keep thinner panels like wings and doors standing upright and stable.

Fully Welded Construction for Heavy Use

Unlike bolted or clip-together alternatives, the FMT1226 features a fully welded steel frame. As a result, the rack is rigid, stable and built to withstand the demands of daily use in a professional workshop. There are no joints to loosen over time, no bolts to retighten and no risk of the frame flexing under load.

In addition, the fully welded design means the rack arrives ready to use — so there is no assembly required. Simply fit the casters and start loading panels straight away.

Plastic-Coated Uprights Protect Panels

All uprights on the FMT1226 feature a tough, durable plastic coating. This coating serves two important purposes:

• Prevents metal-to-metal contact — so panels do not get scratched, chipped or dented when they rest against the uprights
• Absorbs minor impacts — therefore reducing the risk of cosmetic damage during loading and unloading

This is especially important when you store freshly painted panels or new replacement parts that must remain in perfect condition until you fit them to the vehicle.

Fully Mobile with Heavy-Duty Rubber Casters

The rack comes fitted with 4 heavy-duty 100 mm rubber swivel casters, and one of these includes a brake. Because the casters use rubber, they provide smooth, quiet movement across workshop floors without marking or damaging the surface. Furthermore, the braked caster locks the rack securely in position during loading and unloading, which prevents unexpected rolling.

Because the rack is fully mobile, technicians can wheel it directly to the vehicle during strip-down and then move it to the storage area, paint shop or assembly bay as needed. As a result, moving 7 panels at once on a single trolley is significantly faster and safer than carrying them individually.

Deeper Frame for Extra Stability

The FMT1226 has a frame depth of 865 mm — noticeably deeper than the 780 mm depth on the smaller FMT1223 and FMT1205 racks. This extra depth provides a wider base, which improves stability when the rack is fully loaded with heavy panels. Consequently, the rack is less likely to tip or rock, even when you load large bonnets or tailgates that extend above the frame height.

FMT1226 vs the Full Panel Rack Range

Bodyshop Solutions offers four panel storage racks to suit different workshop sizes and workloads. However, the key differences are capacity, frame size and price:

For most mid-size bodyshops, the FMT1226 offers the best all-round value — 7 slots cover the majority of single-vehicle strip-downs, and the deeper frame adds extra stability. On the other hand, if you handle high volumes, the FMT1227 stores up to 12 panels. Alternatively, if space is tight or jobs are smaller, the FMT1223 or FMT1205 may be the better fit.

Mobile Vehicle Panel Storage Rack FMT1226 – Technical Specifications