lateral file cabinet with lock

Listings commonly show engineered wood/MDF and various steels, including powder-coated steel, steel alloy, carbon steel, and plain metal frames.

Many cabinets are sized for hanging folders and explicitly list Letter, Legal and A4 formats. Several descriptions also note adjustable hanging rails or bars to switch between those sizes.

Locking systems are usually keyed or central locks that secure one or more drawers (some models include two keys). Many cabinets also use an interlock or anti‑tip mechanism that prevents more than one drawer from opening at the same time, reducing the risk of tipping.

Several options include swivel casters or wheels for mobility. Listings mention configurations such as 4 casters, 5 swivel wheels (with some lockable), and 360° rotating wheels that can be locked so cabinets can be moved or fixed as needed.

Many models use full‑extension, ball‑bearing drawer slides or smooth ball‑bearing slides that provide quiet operation and allow folders to be accessed all the way to the back of the drawer.

Common configurations include 2‑drawer, 3‑drawer and 4‑drawer cabinets. Many models also combine filing drawers with open shelves, cupboards or adjustable shelves for mixed storage.

Some listings specify load capacities; examples from product descriptions include a maximum weight around 198.4 lbs for one model and another that lists per‑shelf 22 lbs, countertop 66 lbs, per‑drawer 22 lbs, and an overall capacity of 176 lbs.