What are floor slots in a container?

Floor slots are designated areas within a container that allow for the secure placement of cargo, ensuring stability during transport. They are particularly important when dealing with non-stackable items like UK pallets.

How is dimensional weight calculated?

Dimensional weight is calculated by taking the volume of the cargo in cubic meters and multiplying it by a specific weight factor, which in this case is 167 kg per cubic meter. This helps determine the shipping cost based on the space occupied rather than just the actual weight.

What does it mean that the payload limit is a planning figure?

The payload limit being a planning figure means that it serves as a guideline for how much weight can be safely loaded into the container. It is important to consider this limit to avoid overloading and ensure safe transport.

20ft uk pallet load

Learn about the dimensional weight and payload limits for 20ft containers using UK pallets. Understand the implications of floor slots and stacking restrictions.

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Floor grid · SSC-2026.1

Pallets on the floor

One level

Pallets in the box

378 cartons

Cargo volume

14.27 m³

504 ft³

Payload

11,935 lb

5,414 kg · limit 62,170 lb

Billable weight

11,935 lb

DIM 5,254 lb · actual 11,935 lb

Freight cost

$1,213.09

$3.21 per carton

Container floor planLive scaled blueprint

Each rectangle is one pallet slot on the floor. A second level uses the same footprint when the stackable toggle and the internal height both allow it.

Bill of materials and shopping list
Item	Net	Waste	Order	Unit price	Line total	Source Spec Material / Tool
UK 1200×1000 mm pallets	9 floor	single height	9 pallets	Tare is included in payload	595 lb	Source Spec Material / Tool
Cartons	6 per layer	7 layers	378 cartons	30.0 lb each	11,340 lb	Source Spec Material / Tool
Freight	14.27 m³	DIM vs actual	11,935 lb	USD	$1,213.09	Source Spec Material / Tool

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Side-by-side container comparison for this pallet and carton
Container	Floor slots	Pallets	m³	ft³	Payload	Limit	Freight
20 ft dry	9	9	14.27	504	11,935 lb	62,170 lb	$1,213.09
40 ft dry	22	22	34.89	1,232	29,175 lb	58,863 lb	$2,965.34
40 ft high cube	22	22	39.87	1,408	33,135 lb	58,422 lb	$3,388.96
53 ft US trailer	32	32	57.99	2,048	48,196 lb	45,000 lb	$4,929.40

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Floor slots are a non-overlapping grid. The count is the better of one orientation, two orientations side by side, or repeated columns across the internal width. Euro 1200×800 mm resolves to 11 slots in a 20 ft dry container and 25 in a 40 ft dry container.

Cartons per pallet are the same grid on the pallet deck, times the layers that fit above a 150 mm deck and below the internal height, with 50 mm of clearance. Stackable freight uses two levels only when both levels fit.

Cargo volume is the carton cube. Volumetric weight is 167 kg per cubic meter. Billable weight is the greater of actual payload, including pallet tare, and volumetric weight. A per-cubic-meter rate uses the carton cube. A per-tonne or per-pound rate uses the billable weight. Payload limits are planning figures, not a carrier scale ticket.

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This sheet is an estimate for ordering and layout discussion. It is not a sealed design. Confirm the quantities with a licensed local professional and the authority having jurisdiction before you buy or build.

Engineering notes

When loading a 20ft container with UK pallets, it's essential to consider the dimensional weight, which is calculated at 167 kg per cubic meter. This means that the space occupied by the pallets will affect the overall weight calculation, even if the actual weight is lower.

Additionally, since the pallets are not stackable, the arrangement must be planned carefully to maximize the use of space while adhering to the container's payload limit. The payload limit is a planning figure and should be treated as such, ensuring that the total weight of the cargo does not exceed the container's maximum capacity.

Code reference

Refer to the relevant shipping and cargo handling regulations for guidance on payload limits and loading practices.

Field questions

What are floor slots in a container?: Floor slots are designated areas within a container that allow for the secure placement of cargo, ensuring stability during transport. They are particularly important when dealing with non-stackable items like UK pallets.
How is dimensional weight calculated?: Dimensional weight is calculated by taking the volume of the cargo in cubic meters and multiplying it by a specific weight factor, which in this case is 167 kg per cubic meter. This helps determine the shipping cost based on the space occupied rather than just the actual weight.
What does it mean that the payload limit is a planning figure?: The payload limit being a planning figure means that it serves as a guideline for how much weight can be safely loaded into the container. It is important to consider this limit to avoid overloading and ensure safe transport.