How many paint cans fit on a pallet?

A US Standard Pallet (GMA 48x40) holds 240 paint cans (30 per layer x 8 layers), based on a typical can sized 184 x 184 x 198mm at 5.4kg. A filled 1-gallon (3.8L) metal paint can, modeled by its bounding square footprint.

240 paint cans on a US Standard Pallet (GMA 48x40)

By pallet type

Pallet	Per layer (Ti)	Layers (Hi)	Total paint cans	Total weight
US Standard Pallet (GMA 48x40)	30	8	240	1,296 kg
Euro Pallet (EUR/EPAL)	24	11	264	1,426 kg
CHEP Block Pallet (48x40)	30	8	240	1,296 kg

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Frequently asked questions

How many paint cans fit on a pallet?

Using a typical can sized 184 x 184 x 198mm at 5.4kg, a US Standard Pallet (GMA 48x40) holds 240 paint cans — 30 per layer across 8 layers, stopped by the pallet's weight capacity.

Does the pallet size change how many paint cans fit?

Yes. A US Standard Pallet (GMA 48x40) fits 240; A Euro Pallet (EUR/EPAL) fits 264; A CHEP Block Pallet (48x40) fits 240. Larger footprints and higher weight limits both increase the count.

How much does a full pallet of paint cans weigh?

At this example size, a full pallet of paint cans weighs approximately 1,296kg (240 x 5.4kg), plus the empty pallet's own weight.