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Pallet sizes available for booking

You can send pallets in standard pallet sizes or oversized pallet sizes. Here's a full breakdown of the pallet size options available.

Standard Pallet Sizes

The following pallet sizes follow UK freight standards and cover most types of pallet deliveries:

Pallet Type	Max Weight	Length	Width	Height
Micro	150 kg	1.2 m	1.0 m	0.6 m
Quarter	250 kg	1.2 m	1.0 m	0.6 m
Half	500 kg	1.2 m	1.0 m	1.0 m
Full	1,200 kg	1.2 m	1.2 m	2.2 m

Oversized Pallet Sizes

If your shipment exceeds a standard pallet size, it must be booked as oversized to avoid delays or surcharges. We do not offer tail-lifts on oversized pallets.

Pallet Type	Max Weight	Length	Width	Height
Quarter Oversized	250 kg	2.0 m	1.2 m	0.6 m
Half Oversized	500 kg	2.0 m	1.2 m	1.0 m
Full Oversized	2,000 kg	2.4 m	1.2 m	2.2 m

Examples of Oversized Pallet Sizes

Machinery or parts sticking out past the pallet base
Tall or wide freight that cannot be stacked
Heavy goods exceeding standard pallet size limits

Measuring Your Pallet Size Correctly

Measure your pallet after loading: Include your packaging and pallet base.
Use the largest dimensions: Round up your pallet size to the nearest centimetre.
Weigh everything: Include both your goods and the pallet base.

Not Sure What Size to Choose?

Don't worry. Measure your pallet and:

If your pallet fits under a size limit, book that size.
If it’s between two sizes, always book the bigger one to avoid delays.
If you’re unsure whether it’s oversized, read our oversized pallet guide.

Still stuck? Email a photo of your pallet to support@palletonline.co.uk.

Example: Booking a Half Pallet

You’ve measured your pallet and it’s 1.2m x 1.0m x 0.8m and weighs 400 kg.

Length and width fit a Half pallet
Height fits a Half pallet
Weight fits a Half pallet

On the booking form, select “Half Pallet”.

What Happens If I Book the Wrong Pallet Size?

If it’s too small: we’ll upgrade it to the right size and send you an updated surcharge as soon as we're made aware.
If it’s too big: you won’t be refunded for unused space, but your pallet will still be delivered.

Pallet Size Booking Checklist

Measured the length, width and height after packaging
Weighed the fully loaded pallet
Compared your measurements to the table above
Selected the correct pallet size when booking