Shipping Reference Guide
Standard PalletSizes & Dimensions
Complete reference guide for shipping pallet dimensions, container loading capacities, and international standards. Optimize your cargo handling with our comprehensive database.
Global Standards
ISO, EUR, GMA
Optimized Loading
Container Efficiency
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Width
1200mm
Length
800mm
Height
144mm
Regional Pallet Standards
Select a region to view specific pallet dimensions and standards
Global Coverage
Europe Pallet Dimensions
Complete specifications and measurements
6 Standards
| Type | Dimensions (Inches) | Dimensions (Millimeters) | Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
EUR / EUR 1 | 31.50 × 47.24 × 5.67 in | 800 × 1200 × 144 mm | ISO same size as EUR. Weight: 20-25 kg. Safe load: 2,490 kg. |
EUR 2 | 47.24 × 39.37 × 5.67 in | 1200 × 1000 × 144 mm | ISO same size as EUR 2. Weight: 12 kg. Safe load: 1,470 kg. |
EUR 3 | 31.50 × 47.24 × 5.67 in | 1000 × 1200 × 144 mm | ISO same size as EUR 3. Weight: 20 kg. Safe load: 1,820 kg. |
EUR 6 | 31.50 × 23.62 × 5.67 in | 800 × 600 × 144 mm | Half-size EUR. Weight: 9-13 kg. Safe load: 500 kg. |
Quarter EUR | 23.62 × 15.75 in | 600 × 400 mm | Quarter EUR size |
Eighth EUR | 15.75 × 11.81 in | 400 × 300 mm | One-eighth EUR size |
Container Loading Capacity
Euro pallets (1200mm × 800mm) loading configurations
Optimized Layouts
Standard
40' Standard Container
25
Dimensions:40ft × 8ft × 8.5ft
Pallet Capacity:25 EUR Pallets
Palletwide
40' Palletwide (2.5m)
25
Dimensions:40ft × 8.2ft × 8.5ft
Pallet Capacity:25 EUR Pallets
Standard
45' Standard Container
27
Dimensions:45ft × 8ft × 8.5ft
Pallet Capacity:27 EUR Pallets
Palletwide
45' Palletwide (2.5m)
33
Dimensions:45ft × 8.2ft × 8.5ft
Pallet Capacity:33 EUR Pallets
90%
Efficiency Rate
Proper palletization increases container space utilization
30%
Cost Reduction
Standardized pallets reduce handling and transportation costs
2.5B
Pallets in Use
Over 2.5 billion pallets are currently in circulation worldwide
Common Pallet Types & Materials
EUR/EPAL Pallets
Europe800×1200mm
Material
Wood
Standard across EU
4-way entry
15-25kg weight
GMA Pallets
North America48×40 inches
Material
Wood/Plastic
Grocery industry
Block design
18-24kg weight
ISO Pallets
Global1200×1000mm
Material
Various
International standard
Interchangeable
Varies by region
Display Pallets
RetailVaries
Material
Plastic/Wood
Retail display
Lightweight
Custom sizes