US Pallet 36x36

North America

A compact square pallet used for point-of-sale displays, retail bin freight and paint.

Footprint914 x 914 mm36 x 36 in

Pallet height140 mm5.5 in

Typical max load900 kg1,984 lb

Typical max stack height1,830 mm72 in

Example load

With a reference 400 x 300 x 300mm, 10kg case, a US Pallet 36x36 fits 6 cases per layer and 6 layers high, for 36 cases per pallet at 360kg total — stopped by its 1,830mm stacking height limit. That works out to 86.2% footprint utilization. Use the calculator below with your own box dimensions for an exact count.

36 reference cases (400x300x300mm) loaded on a US Pallet 36x36

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US Pallet 36x36 in a container or trailer

Frequently asked questions

What are the exact dimensions of a US Pallet 36x36?

A US Pallet 36x36 measures 914 x 914 mm (36 x 36 in) at the footprint, with a pallet height of 140mm (5.5in).

How much weight can a US Pallet 36x36 hold?

A typical US Pallet 36x36 is rated for around 900kg (1,984lb) 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 36x36 be stacked?

Most warehouses and carriers cap stacked loads on a US Pallet 36x36 at around 1,830mm total height, though this varies by transport mode — check the specific container or trailer page for its interior height limit.