Pallet size FAQ

Questions

What size is a Euro pallet?

1,200 by 800 mm, about 47.2 by 31.5 inches. It is narrower than a 48x40.

Can I reuse a 48x40 carton count on a Euro pallet?

No. Recalculate. The deck width is 31.5 inches, not 40.

Do Euro pallets use the same container count as 48x40?

No. A 1,200x800 pallet is a different footprint. Run it on its own.

How do I enter a Euro pallet in inches?

About 47.2 inches by 31.5 inches. The API preset uses that inch size.

What is the inch size of a 1200x800 pallet?

About 47.2 inches by 31.5 inches.

What is a 48x40 pallet?

It is the North American GMA pallet. The deck is 48 by 40 inches, or 1,219 by 1,016 mm.

How tall is a 48x40 pallet deck?

About 6 inches, or 152 mm, for a typical stringer pallet. Measure the deck you ship.

How much weight can a 48x40 pallet hold?

Plan with a 2,000 to 4,000 pound band, then use the lowest of the pallet rating, the rack rating, the forklift, and the carrier rule.

How many 12x12x12 cartons fit on a 48x40 pallet?

Twelve per layer. At a 60-inch maximum, 4 layers fit after the 8-inch deck allowance, which is 48 cartons.

How many 16x12x10 cartons fit on a 48x40 pallet?

Nine per layer. At a 72-inch maximum, 6 layers fit, which is 54 cartons, if the weight cap allows it.

Should the 48-inch side span the rack beam?

Yes for a typical GMA stringer pallet. The 40-inch side is the depth into the bay.

What is pallet overhang?

Cartons that hang past 48 or 40 inches. Keep the layer inside the deck so the load stays a standard handling unit.