FireKing Classic 3-Drawer Lateral Fireproof File Cabinet, 38" Wide, UL Class 350 1-Hour Rated (3-3822-C)

These ratings explain the protection badges shown above. FireKing Classic lateral cabinets are built for real-world disaster protection, not just everyday file storage.

UL Class 350 1-Hour Fire Rated Tested to help protect paper records during severe fire exposure.

UL 30-Foot Impact Rated Tested to help withstand impact conditions associated with a building fire.

ETL 30-Minute Digital Media Rated Adds verified short-term protection for hard drives, CDs, DVDs, and thumb drives.

UL-Listed Medeco® High-Security Key Lock Helps protect sensitive files from unauthorized access.

Water Resistant Designed to help protect contents from sprinklers, fire hoses, and water exposure.

Made in USA Built by FireKing for commercial-grade document protection.

The FireKing 3-3822-C is built for offices that need more lateral filing capacity than a 2-drawer unit while keeping the cabinet easier to work around than a taller 4-drawer model. The wide drawer format keeps files visible and accessible while providing certified fire protection for important records.

• Letter and Legal Filing: Designed for flexible filing of both common office file sizes.
• Wide Lateral Drawers: Makes large file groups easier to view and retrieve.
• High-Side Drawer Bodies: Built for hanging folders without requiring separate hanging folder frames.
• Balanced 3-Drawer Capacity: Offers more storage than a 2-drawer cabinet without the full height of a 4-drawer lateral file.
• Independent Drawer Protection: Each drawer is built as its own insulated container.
• Confidential File Storage: Good for legal files, patient records, HR files, accounting records, contracts, titles, deeds, and business documents.
• Space-Saving Layout: The lateral format uses wall width instead of extending as far into the room as many deep vertical file cabinets.
• Business Continuity: Helps protect original paper records that cannot be easily replaced.

FireKing Classic lateral cabinets are built for long-term office use, fire resistance, impact protection, and secure document storage.

• 100% Gypsum Fire-Resistant Insulation: Reinforced by a 1" x 2" lattice made of 14-gauge galvanized welded steel wire.
• Insulation Between Drawers: Each drawer functions as a separate insulated container.
• Field Replaceable Steel Panels: Exterior panels can be replaced if damaged.
• Field Replaceable Drawer Heads: Drawer heads are formed from welded steel and filled with insulation.
• Powder-Coated Finish: Applied to all sides, including the bottom, and designed to resist scratches and stains.
• Surface Mounted Drawer Pulls: Allows more insulation inside the drawer heads.
• Maintenance-Free Suspensions: Built for smooth drawer operation without routine suspension maintenance.
• UL-Listed Medeco® Lock: A stronger lock than a standard office file cabinet lock.
• Two-Position Drawer Catch: Allows access to certain drawers while drawers containing sensitive files can remain locked.
• Freestanding Steel Cabinet: Ships fully assembled and ready for professional placement.

FireKing insulated filing cabinets are available in professional powder-coated finishes designed to coordinate with offices, records rooms, reception areas, and private workspaces.

• Stock Colors: Black, Parchment, and Platinum typically ship faster when available.
• Standard FireKing Colors: Arctic White, Ivory White, Parchment, Tan, Taupe, Brown, Black, Sand, Champagne, Platinum, and Pewter.
• Custom Colors: Additional custom finishes may be available upon request.

*Colors shown online or in print may not be an exact match. Please contact Customer Service if you are trying to match a specific finish.

This cabinet weighs 716 lbs and ships by freight from FireKing. Please review your delivery location carefully before selecting a delivery option.

• Dock to Dock - Best Price: Best for businesses with a loading dock or forklift.
• Liftgate / Curbside: The cabinet is lowered to ground level and left outside on the pallet.
• Commercial Inside Delivery: Available for businesses that need the cabinet brought inside the building.
• Residential Inside Delivery: Available for home offices and residential buildings that need inside placement.
• Steps or Stairs: Please disclose stairs before shipment so delivery can be reviewed properly.
• Truck Access: Freight delivery generally requires access for a large semi truck. Limited access locations may require a special truck.

*Additional charges may apply for stairs, small truck access, remote locations, restricted delivery access, or other special site conditions. Failure to disclose these conditions may result in additional freight charges and a 25% restocking fee.

Warranty & After-Fire Replacement

FireKing Classic cabinets are backed by FireKing’s limited lifetime warranty. FireKing also offers an after-fire replacement program for the original owner according to the manufacturer’s program requirements.

Warranty and replacement terms are subject to FireKing’s current written policy. Please review the manufacturer’s warranty documentation for full details.

Full Product Specifications

Helpful Resources

• 38" Lateral Spec Sheet [PDF]
• FireKing Product Color Options [PDF]
• FireKing Lock Options [PDF]
• FireKing Warranty Information [PDF]
• Full FireKing Product Catalog [PDF]
• Shop All Lateral Fireproof File Cabinets
• Shop All Fireproof File Cabinets

Is this cabinet for letter-size or legal-size files?

This FireKing lateral cabinet can be used for letter and legal filing. The wide drawer design gives offices flexible file access in a mid-height 3-drawer layout.

What is the advantage of a 3-drawer lateral fireproof file cabinet?

A 3-drawer lateral cabinet gives you more storage capacity than a 2-drawer cabinet while staying shorter than a 4-drawer model. It is a good middle option for offices that need serious fireproof filing capacity but do not want the tallest lateral cabinet available.

How is this different from the 2-drawer and 4-drawer 38" FireKing lateral cabinets?

This 3-drawer model offers a middle capacity option. The 2-drawer model is lower and easier to use as a work-height surface, while the 4-drawer model provides maximum vertical storage capacity in the same 38" width.

Does this cabinet protect digital media?

Yes. This model includes ETL 30-minute fire verification for common digital media such as hard drives, CDs, DVDs, and thumb drives. Important digital records should still be backed up off-site or in the cloud.

Can this cabinet be delivered inside?

Yes. Inside delivery options are available for both commercial and residential locations. Stairs, tight access, small truck needs, or special site conditions should be disclosed before shipment.

Is this cabinet made in the USA?

Yes. This FireKing Classic lateral file cabinet is made in the USA and built for commercial-grade document protection.