How many 40×30×30 cm cartons fit on a US GMA pallet (48×40 in)?
45 cartons
45 cartons of 40×30×30 cm fit on a US GMA pallet (48×40 in) (121.9×101.6×152 cm usable), stacked 3 along the length × 3 across × 5 high in the best orientation (40×30×30 cm), using 86.1% of the volume.
48×40 in = 121.9×101.6 cm. Assumes a 152 cm usable load height (60 in overall) and the commonly cited ~2,500 lb (1,134 kg) dynamic rating — verify your pallet spec.
Method & caveats
- Orientation-grid method: identical cartons, best of 6 orientations, no rotation mixing — the standard estimate for uniform cartons.
- Watch the weight: limited to 1,134 kg — heavy cartons may hit the weight cap before the space runs out.
- Mixed carton sizes pack differently — use the interactive 3D planner for real mixed loads.
Same carton, other options
| Option | Cartons | Utilization | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR pallet (EPAL, 120×80 cm) | 40 | 90.9% | Details → |
| US GMA pallet (48×40 in) | 45 | 86.1% | |
| Industrial pallet (120×100 cm) | 48 | 87.3% | Details → |
Other carton sizes on a US GMA pallet (48×40 in)
| Carton (cm) | Cartons | Utilization | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60×40×40 | 12 | 61.2% | Details → |
| 60×50×45 | 12 | 86.1% | Details → |
| 55×45×40 | 12 | 63.1% | Details → |
| 50×40×30 | 30 | 95.6% | Details → |
| 45×40×30 | 30 | 86.1% | Details → |
| 40×30×30 | 45 | 86.1% |
Mixed carton sizes? Weight limits? Fragile items?
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