Euro Pallet Dimensions (EUR / EPAL)
The Euro pallet (EUR/EPAL) measures 1200 × 800 mm and weighs about 25 kg. Full dimensions, weight limits and how many fit in a truck or container.
The Euro pallet (EUR or EPAL pallet) is the standard wooden pallet used across European road freight. Its footprint of 1200 × 800 mm is the reference every trailer, swap body and container is planned around, so knowing it lets you work out load counts, loading metres and CBM before you book.
Key dimensions
| Spec | EUR / EPAL 1 |
|---|---|
| Length | 1200 mm |
| Width | 800 mm |
| Height | 144 mm |
| Own weight | 20–25 kg |
| Safe (dynamic) load | 1500 kg |
| Static load | up to 4000 kg |
| Footprint | 0.96 m² |
A standard pallet plus 144 mm height means a single stacked unit is usually planned at around 1000–1200 mm total height for road freight.
EPAL pallet sizes
EPAL standardises several footprints — the 1200 × 800 mm EPAL 1 is by far the most common:
- EPAL 1 — 1200 × 800 mm (the classic Euro pallet)
- EPAL 2 — 1200 × 1000 mm (industrial / "UK" footprint)
- EPAL 3 — 1000 × 1200 mm
- EPAL 6 — 800 × 600 mm (half pallet)
- EPAL 7 — 600 × 400 mm (quarter / display pallet)
See pallet sizes for the full comparison with industrial and block pallets.
How many Euro pallets fit?
- 13.6 m curtainsider — 33 Euro pallets on the floor (loaded long-side along the trailer)
- 20 ft container — 11 Euro pallets in one layer
- 40 ft container — 24 Euro pallets in one layer
See full container dimensions for internal measurements and payloads.
Why the Euro pallet size matters for pricing
Part-load (LTL) freight is priced on the space you occupy, not just weight. Because a Euro pallet is 0.96 m² and ~0.4 loading metres, carriers can quote a part-load in "pallet spaces" or LDM. Getting the count right is the difference between a fair quote and paying for air.
FAQ
What are the dimensions of a Euro pallet?
A Euro pallet (EUR/EPAL 1) measures 1200 × 800 × 144 mm, with a footprint of 0.96 m².
How much does a Euro pallet weigh?
An empty EPAL 1 Euro pallet weighs about 20–25 kg. It carries up to 1500 kg in transit (dynamic load) and up to 4000 kg static.
How many Euro pallets fit in a 13.6 m trailer?
A standard 13.6 m curtainsider holds 33 Euro pallets on the floor when loaded with the long side along the trailer.
What is the difference between a Euro pallet and an industrial pallet?
The Euro pallet is 1200 × 800 mm (EPAL 1). The industrial pallet is 1200 × 1000 mm (EPAL 2), giving more deck area for heavier or wider goods.
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