Pallet and Carton Loading Calculator
Calculate preliminary pallet loading from carton dimensions, weight, pallet size and stack limits.
Estimate cartons per pallet and pallet gross weight
Compare two simple no-overhang carton orientations, calculate cartons per layer and apply stack-height and gross-weight limits.
Who should use this calculator?
Packaging planners
Estimate case count and product units per shipping pallet.
Export teams
Prepare preliminary pallet quantity, weight and warehouse requirements.
Production managers
Connect accepted pack output with carton and pallet handling demand.
Actual cartons/pallet = lower of geometric stack capacity and gross-weight capacity
What this simple layout does not model
Mixed patterns
Interlocked or mixed-orientation layers may fit more cartons than a uniform grid.
Compression strength
Carton stacking strength, humidity, cold storage and pallet overhang must be checked.
Transport limits
Vehicle, container, warehouse and customer limits may further restrict height or weight.
Pallet loading FAQ
Does the calculator allow pallet overhang?
No. It uses only the stated usable pallet length and width.
Why can weight reduce the carton count?
The geometric stack may exceed the pallet, forklift, rack or transport gross-weight limit.
Does it design an interlocked pallet pattern?
No. It compares two uniform carton orientations for preliminary planning.