Pallet calculator: boxes per pallet
This pallet calculator shows how many boxes fit on a pallet: enter the carton size and weight, choose the pallet and a height limit and read the layers, total, pallet height, weight and the number of pallets needed.
Source: Wikipedia – Europalette (1200 × 800 × 144 mm). Updated: .
How it is calculated
A euro pallet (120 × 80 cm) takes eight boxes of 40 × 30 × 25 cm per layer; at 180 cm total height that is six layers and 48 boxes per pallet. The calculator finds the layer pattern and works out height, weight and pallets needed.
How it is calculated
- Layer: the calculator tries the boxes in both orientations and in a two-block pattern where part of the area is filled rotated, and takes the best fit.
- Layers: maximum height minus pallet height (144 mm for the euro pallet), divided by the box height.
- Weight: total weight minus the empty pallet, divided by the weight of one layer; the smaller number of layers wins.
- Loading metres: pallet area divided by 2.4 m², the area of one loading metre in a standard trailer.
The common pallets
The euro pallet measures 1200 × 800 mm, the industrial pallet 1200 × 1000 mm and North America commonly uses 48 × 40 inches. Pick any of the three above.
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Frequently asked questions
How many boxes fit on a euro pallet?
It depends on the box. For 40 × 30 cm it is eight per layer, for 60 × 40 cm four. Layers times boxes per layer gives the amount per pallet, which the calculator does for you.
How high can a loaded pallet be?
Road freight often allows 180 cm including the pallet, air freight or parcel services less. The limit is adjustable, but your carrier's rule is binding.
What are loading metres?
A loading metre is one metre of load length at 2.4 m width, so 2.4 m². A euro pallet counts as 0.4 loading metres.
What is the difference between a euro pallet and an industrial pallet?
The euro pallet is 1200 × 800 mm, the industrial pallet 1200 × 1000 mm. Different boxes and quantities fit on each.
How heavy can a pallet be?
It depends on the pallet and transport; a euro pallet usually carries up to 1500 kg. The calculator uses an adjustable guide of 1000 kg total weight.
Sources and legal basis
- Wikipedia – Europalette (1200 × 800 × 144 mm)
- Wikipedia – Pallet (Standardmaße weltweit: ISO 6780, 48 × 40 in)
- Wikipedia – Lademeter (1 LDM = 2,4 m²)
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