US Pallet 48x48

North America

A square pallet common in carpet, tire and appliance distribution where the load itself is roughly square.

Footprint1,219 x 1,219 mm48 x 48 in

Pallet height140 mm5.5 in

Typical max load1,360 kg2,998 lb

Typical max stack height1,830 mm72 in

Example load

With a reference 400 x 300 x 300mm, 10kg case, a US Pallet 48x48 fits 12 cases per layer and 6 layers high, for 72 cases per pallet at 720kg total — stopped by its 1,830mm stacking height limit. That works out to 96.9% footprint utilization. Use the calculator below with your own box dimensions for an exact count.

72 reference cases (400x300x300mm) loaded on a US Pallet 48x48

Calculate your own load

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US Pallet 48x48 in a container or trailer

Frequently asked questions

What are the exact dimensions of a US Pallet 48x48?

A US Pallet 48x48 measures 1,219 x 1,219 mm (48 x 48 in) at the footprint, with a pallet height of 140mm (5.5in).

How much weight can a US Pallet 48x48 hold?

A typical US Pallet 48x48 is rated for around 1,360kg (2,998lb) of dynamic load, though the exact rating depends on the pallet's construction and condition — always check the manufacturer's rating for load-bearing applications.

How tall can a load on a US Pallet 48x48 be stacked?

Most warehouses and carriers cap stacked loads on a US Pallet 48x48 at around 1,830mm total height, though this varies by transport mode — check the specific container or trailer page for its interior height limit.