Check the loaded footprint
Measure the widest length and width, including packaging and anything that overhangs the wooden pallet.
Over 1200mm on an edge? Check oversized.Pallet size guide
UK pallet sizes. Measure once. Book the right service.
The delivery price is based on the space your fully loaded pallet uses, not just the wooden base. Measure the widest length, width and height, then check the total weight.
- UK base: 1200 × 1000mm
- Euro base: 1200 × 800mm
- Loaded height includes the pallet
1200 × 1000mmStandard UK pallet base
1200 × 800mmStandard Euro pallet base
Up to 2200mmMaximum loaded height on Full services
1200 × 1000mm Standard UK wooden pallet footprint
The quick answer
What is the standard pallet size in the UK?
A standard UK pallet base is 1200mm long by 1000mm wide, or 120cm by 100cm. That is the wooden base only. Pallet delivery is booked from the overall dimensions and weight after the goods are packed and secured.
If anything extends beyond the base, measure the overhang and compare an oversized service.
A simple decision
Choose your pallet size in three checks.
Do these in order. Each answer narrows the service before you reach the quote.
Measure from the floor
Include the wooden pallet. Measure to the highest point of the goods, wrapping or protective packaging.
Up to 600mm, 1000mm or 2200mm.Check the total weight
Include the pallet and packaging. Weight separates services that share the same height allowance.
From 150kg to 2000kg by service.Bookable pallet dimensions
Find the size that contains your whole load.
Choose standard or oversized, then compare every limit. Your load must fit within the length, width, loaded height and maximum weight shown.
Micro
A compact load up to 600mm high and 150kg.
- Length
- 1,200 mm
- Width
- 1,000 mm
- Loaded height
- 600 mm
- Maximum weight
- 150 kg
Quarter
Up to 600mm high with a larger 250kg allowance.
- Length
- 1,200 mm
- Width
- 1,000 mm
- Loaded height
- 600 mm
- Maximum weight
- 250 kg
Half
A medium load up to 1000mm high and 500kg.
- Length
- 1,200 mm
- Width
- 1,000 mm
- Loaded height
- 1,000 mm
- Maximum weight
- 500 kg
Full
A tall or heavy load up to 2200mm high.
- Length
- 1,200 mm
- Width
- 1,200 mm
- Loaded height
- 2,200 mm
- Maximum weight
- 1,200 kg
Quarter Oversized
A low load with a footprint longer than standard.
- Length
- 2,000 mm
- Width
- 1,200 mm
- Loaded height
- 600 mm
- Maximum weight
- 250 kg
Half Oversized
A medium-height load with an oversized footprint.
- Length
- 2,000 mm
- Width
- 1,200 mm
- Loaded height
- 1,000 mm
- Maximum weight
- 500 kg
Full Oversized
The largest bookable footprint and weight allowance.
- Length
- 2,400 mm
- Width
- 1,200 mm
- Loaded height
- 2,200 mm
- Maximum weight
- 2,000 kg
Use the next size up if one limit is exceeded. Incorrect dimensions can lead to a surcharge or a failed collection.
Do not confuse the bases
UK pallet size vs Euro pallet size.
Both bases are 1200mm long. A standard Euro pallet is 200mm narrower than a standard UK pallet.
Standard UK pallet dimensions
1200mm × 1000mm, equivalent to 120cm × 100cm or approximately 47.2 × 39.4 inches.
Standard Euro pallet dimensions
1200mm × 800mm, equivalent to 120cm × 80cm or approximately 47.2 × 31.5 inches.
Measure the loaded pallet
Four measurements. No guesswork.
Measure after the goods are packed, protected and secured to the pallet.
Length
Measure the longest side from the furthest edge to the furthest edge.
Width
Measure the widest side, including wrapping, straps and overhang.
Height
Measure from the floor to the highest point, including the pallet base.
Weight
Use the total weight of the pallet, goods and all packaging.
Sending boxes and unsure how they fit? Use our pallet calculator to arrange boxes and estimate the loaded footprint.
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Answers before you measure.
What is the standard UK pallet size?
A standard UK wooden pallet base is usually 1200mm by 1000mm. For delivery, measure the complete loaded pallet because overhang, height and weight determine the space you need to book.
What are the dimensions of a Euro pallet?
A standard Euro pallet base is 1200mm by 800mm. The loaded goods can change the overall footprint, so always measure the finished load before booking.
Does pallet height include the wooden pallet?
Yes. Measure from the floor to the highest point of the goods. The wooden pallet and all packaging are included in the loaded height.
What is the maximum pallet height for delivery?
PalletOnline standard and full oversized spaces allow a loaded height of up to 2200mm. Lower-height services are available at 600mm and 1000mm.
What if my goods overhang the pallet?
Measure to the furthest edge of the goods or packaging, not the wooden base. If the loaded footprint exceeds the standard space, choose an oversized pallet service.
How much weight can a pallet hold?
The delivery limit depends on the service selected, from 150kg for Micro to 1200kg for Full, or up to 2000kg for Full Oversized. The physical pallet must also be suitable for the load.
How do I choose between Micro and Quarter pallet delivery?
Both allow a loaded height of up to 600mm. Micro has a maximum weight of 150kg, while Quarter allows up to 250kg.
Should I measure in centimetres or millimetres?
Either is fine when measuring, but check every dimension carefully. This guide can display millimetres or centimetres, and the quote process uses the service limits shown here.
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