Pallet sizes in mm and cm: metric chart of all common sizes
The most common pallet sizes in metric are 1200 × 800 mm (120 × 80 cm, Euro pallet), 1200 × 1000 mm (120 × 100 cm), 1219 × 1016 mm (121.9 × 101.6 cm, the 48 × 40 in GMA pallet), 1165 × 1165 mm (Australia) and 1100 × 1100 mm (Asia). North American sizes are defined in inches and convert to odd millimetre values.
This chart gives every common pallet size in millimetres, centimetres and inches. Sizes that originate in Europe, Asia and Australia are defined in millimetres. North American sizes are defined in inches, so their metric values are conversions (1 in = 25.4 mm) and are usually rounded to the nearest millimetre.
Metric pallet size chart
| Pallet | mm | cm | inches | Region / use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Euro pallet (EPAL 1) | 1200 × 800 | 120 × 80 | 47.2 × 31.5 | Europe, ISO |
| Industrial / UK (EPAL 2, 3) | 1200 × 1000 | 120 × 100 | 47.2 × 39.4 | UK, Europe, Asia, ISO |
| GMA | 1219 × 1016 | 121.9 × 101.6 | 48 × 40 | North America, ISO |
| Australian standard | 1165 × 1165 | 116.5 × 116.5 | 45.9 × 45.9 | Australia, ISO |
| T11 | 1100 × 1100 | 110 × 110 | 43.3 × 43.3 | Japan, Korea, China, ISO |
| Square 42 | 1067 × 1067 | 106.7 × 106.7 | 42 × 42 | Paint, telecom, ISO |
| Drum | 1219 × 1219 | 121.9 × 121.9 | 48 × 48 | Drums, North America |
| Metric square | 1200 × 1200 | 120 × 120 | 47.2 × 47.2 | Drums, bulk bags |
| CP3 / CP8 / CP9 | 1140 × 1140 | 114 × 114 | 44.9 × 44.9 | Chemicals |
| Chemical / beverage | 1219 × 1067 | 121.9 × 106.7 | 48 × 42 | North America |
| Dairy | 1016 × 1016 | 101.6 × 101.6 | 40 × 40 | North America |
| Automotive | 1219 × 1143 | 121.9 × 114.3 | 48 × 45 | North America |
| Square 44 | 1118 × 1118 | 111.8 × 111.8 | 44 × 44 | Drums, bulk bags |
| Square 36 | 914 × 914 | 91.4 × 91.4 | 36 × 36 | Beverage |
| 48 × 36 | 1219 × 914 | 121.9 × 91.4 | 48 × 36 | Beverage, shingles, paper |
| Half Euro (EPAL 6, 7) | 800 × 600 | 80 × 60 | 31.5 × 23.6 | Europe, displays |
| Quarter Euro | 600 × 400 | 60 × 40 | 23.6 × 15.7 | Europe, displays |
| North American half | 1219 × 508 | 121.9 × 50.8 | 48 × 20 | Displays |
| North American quarter | 610 × 508 | 61 × 50.8 | 24 × 20 | Displays |
Pallets marked ISO are the six footprints in ISO 6780. See ISO pallet sizes.
Other CP pallet sizes
The European chemical-industry CP pallets add several metric sizes. Dimensions and heights are EPAL's.
| Pallet | mm | cm | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| CP1 | 1000 × 1200 | 100 × 120 | 138 mm |
| CP2 | 800 × 1200 | 80 × 120 | 138 mm |
| CP4 | 1100 × 1300 | 110 × 130 | 138 mm |
| CP5 | 760 × 1140 | 76 × 114 | 138 mm |
| CP6 | 1200 × 1000 | 120 × 100 | 156 mm |
| CP7 | 1300 × 1100 | 130 × 110 | 156 mm |
See CP pallets and European pallet sizes.
Pallet heights in mm and cm
Height is not part of the size name, but it matters for trailer and rack clearance.
| Pallet | Height (mm) | Height (cm) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPAL 1, EPAL 3, EPAL 6 | 144 | 14.4 | EPAL |
| EPAL 2 | 162 | 16.2 | EPAL |
| EPAL 7 | 163 | 16.3 | EPAL |
| CHEP UK 1200 × 1000 wooden | 162 | 16.2 | CHEP |
| CHEP Australian 1165 × 1165 | 150 | 15.0 | CHEP |
| CHEP North American 48 × 40 block | 141 | 14.1 | CHEP |
| JIS T11 1100 × 1100 | 144 | 14.4 | JIS Z 0601 |
| GMA-style 48 × 40 stringer, 5/8 in decks | about 121 | about 12.1 | Typical build |
See pallet height.
Converting between inches and millimetres
- Inches to mm: multiply by 25.4. 48 in = 1219.2 mm; 40 in = 1016 mm.
- mm to inches: divide by 25.4. 1200 mm = 47.24 in; 800 mm = 31.50 in.
- mm to cm: divide by 10.
Because the North American sizes are defined in inches, a "1219 × 1016 mm" pallet is really 48 × 40 in, and a 1200 × 1000 mm pallet is not the same as a 48 × 40: it is about 19 mm shorter and 16 mm narrower. That difference is enough to matter in automated racking and conveyors. For any size, use the pallet size converter. To check a real pallet, see how to measure a pallet.
Which convention states length first?
North American practice states the stringer (or stringerboard) length first: 48 × 40 means 48 in stringers. EPAL lists the Euro pallet as 800 × 1200 mm, putting the 800 mm stringerboard length first, which follows the same logic. Many metric charts, including this one, put the longer side first instead. When it matters, show the board direction on a drawing. See dimension order.
Frequently asked questions
What is a standard pallet size in cm?
In Europe, 120 × 80 cm (the Euro pallet). In the UK, 120 × 100 cm. In North America, 121.9 × 101.6 cm (48 × 40 in). In Australia, 116.5 × 116.5 cm. In Japan and Korea, 110 × 110 cm.
What is 48 x 40 inches in mm?
1219.2 × 1016 mm, usually written 1219 × 1016 mm. It is one of the six ISO 6780 sizes.
What is the height of a Euro pallet in cm?
14.4 cm (144 mm) for an EPAL 1.
How do I convert pallet sizes from inches to mm?
Multiply inches by 25.4. For example, 42 in × 25.4 = 1066.8 mm, usually written 1067 mm. The pallet size converter does this for any size.
Sources and references
Related
- SizesISO pallet sizes: the six ISO 6780 footprintsISO 6780 lists six standard pallet footprints: 1200 × 800 mm (Europe), 1200 × 1000 mm (Europe, Asia), 1219 × 1016 mm or 48 × 40 in (North America), 1165 × 1165 mm (Australia), 1067 × 1067 mm or 42 × 42 in (North America, Europe, Asia) and 1100 × 1100 mm (Asia). There is no single world pallet size.
- SizesUS pallet sizes: the standard North American dimensionsThe standard US pallet is 48 × 40 in (1219 × 1016 mm), the GMA pallet, used for grocery, retail and most general freight. Other common North American sizes are 42 × 42, 48 × 48, 48 × 42, 40 × 40, 48 × 45, 44 × 44, 36 × 36 and 48 × 36 in, each tied to particular industries.
- SizesEuropean pallet sizes: Euro, industrial, half, quarter and CP palletsThe standard European pallet is the 1200 × 800 mm Euro pallet (EPAL 1), 144 mm tall. The 1200 × 1000 mm industrial pallet (EPAL 2 and EPAL 3) is the second standard. Retail uses the 800 × 600 half and 600 × 400 quarter pallets, and the chemical industry uses the CP1 to CP9 pallets.
- CalculatorsPallet size converterConvert pallet dimensions between inches, millimetres, centimetres and feet, and find the nearest standard pallet size.
- StandardsISO 6780: the six international pallet sizesISO 6780:2003 sets principal dimensions and tolerances of flat pallets for intercontinental handling. It recognizes six sizes: 1200 × 800, 1200 × 1000, 1219 × 1016 (48 × 40 in), 1165 × 1165, 1067 × 1067 and 1100 × 1100 mm, and covers openings, chamfers, wings, flatness and distortion.
- GuidesHow to measure a pallet: length, width, height and every boardMeasure the stringer (or stringerboard) direction first and call it length, then the deckboard length as width, then overall height from floor to top deck. A 48 × 40 pallet is 48 in along the stringers. For a quote, also record every board's actual size, count and position, and the notch and opening sizes.
More in By region and topic
- SizesUK pallet sizes: the 1200 × 1000 standard and the Euro palletThe standard UK pallet is 1200 × 1000 mm (47.2 × 39.4 in). CHEP's UK wooden pallet at this size is 162 mm tall and 28 kg, rated 1,500 kg safe working load. The 1200 × 800 mm Euro pallet is also widely used in the UK, along with 800 × 600 half and 600 × 400 quarter pallets for retail.
- SizesAustralian pallet sizes: the 1165 × 1165 standard and export sizesThe standard Australian pallet is 1165 × 1165 mm (45.9 × 45.9 in), defined by AS 4068 and pooled by CHEP and Loscam. It is about 150 mm tall and was sized for Australian rail containers. For container exports, Australian shippers often use 1100 × 1100 or 1200 × 1000 mm pallets instead.
- SizesAsian pallet sizes: T11 (1100 × 1100) and 1200 × 1000The two standard Asian pallet sizes are 1100 × 1100 mm (43.3 × 43.3 in), known as T11, and 1200 × 1000 mm (47.2 × 39.4 in). T11 is the standard pool pallet in Japan (JIS Z 0601, 144 mm tall) and Korea. China's national standard specifies both sizes. Both are ISO 6780 footprints.
- SizesHalf pallet: dimensions and uses (48 × 20 and 800 × 600)A half pallet is half of a region's standard pallet. In North America it is 48 × 20 in (1219 × 508 mm), half of a 48 × 40. In Europe it is 800 × 600 mm (31.5 × 23.6 in), half of a 1200 × 800 Euro pallet, made by EPAL as the EPAL 6 and EPAL 7. Half pallets are used mainly for retail floor displays.
- SizesQuarter pallet: dimensions and uses (24 × 20 and 600 × 400)A quarter pallet is a quarter of a region's standard pallet. In North America it is 24 × 20 in (610 × 508 mm), a quarter of a 48 × 40. In Europe it is 600 × 400 mm (23.6 × 15.7 in), a quarter of a 1200 × 800 Euro pallet. Most are plastic display pallets for retail floors.
- SizesPlastic pallet sizes: standard dimensions and weightsPlastic pallets come in the same footprints as wood: 48 × 40 in dominates in North America, plus 48 × 45, 48 × 48, 42 × 42 and 45 × 45 in, and 1200 × 800, 1200 × 1000 and 1100 × 1100 mm elsewhere. Most are 5 to 6.5 in tall and weigh about 14 to 70 lb.
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