US 48 ft dry van: how many US pallets fit?
Calculated for the inside size 14 630 × 2 489 × 2 743 mm and payload 20 000 kg, with pallets placed in the best pattern.
28 in one layer
56 stacked two high, up to 1 370 mm each
Floor plan, one layer
By load height
| Pallet height with load | Pallets | Max weight per pallet |
|---|---|---|
| 1 000 mm3′ 3¼″ | 56 (2 × 28) | 350 kg772 lb |
| 1 200 mm3′ 11¼″ | 56 (2 × 28) | 350 kg772 lb |
| 1 400 mm4′ 7″ | 28 | 710 kg1 565 lb |
| 1 600 mm5′ 3″ | 28 | 710 kg1 565 lb |
| 1 800 mm5′ 10¾″ | 28 | 710 kg1 565 lb |
| 2 000 mm6′ 6¾″ | 28 | 710 kg1 565 lb |
| 2 200 mm7′ 2½″ | 28 | 710 kg1 565 lb |
| 2 400 mm7′ 10½″ | 28 | 710 kg1 565 lb |
| 2 600 mm8′ 6¼″ | 28 | 710 kg1 565 lb |
The planner checks the door and payload. Real loads also depend on overhang, securing and the carrier’s rules.
! ReferenceSource: no common standard · checked 23 October 2026
Reference calculation. The carrier and driver check placement, securing and legal limits.
Questions and answers
US 48 ft dry van: how many US pallets fit?
28 in one layer; 56 stacked two high, up to 1 370 mm each.
US 48 ft dry van: what is the payload?
About 20 000 kg. There is no single standard, so check your own vehicle.
US 48 ft dry van: how big is the door?
It is loaded from the side or from above, so the door does not limit the cargo.