Layer pattern preview 3D
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Loaded
30 / 30
Shown
30
Unplaced
0
Volume use
50%
Load score
72
Adjust pallet size, carton dimensions, weight limits, carton gap, overhang, and stack pattern to find a practical pallet loading plan.
Recommended pallet plan
The recommendation combines dimensions, weight, safety reserve, and stack pattern to suggest the most practical loading direction.
Operational cartons per pallet
30
Pallets needed
40
Stability score
72
Limiting factor
Height limit · Caution
Preset sizes are regional reference standards; empty weight and gross limit vary by material, grade, and site rules.
After choosing a preset, you can still edit pallet length, width, height, weight, and gross limit below.
Operational cartons per pallet
30
Space-only carton capacity
30
Boxes per layer
6
Max layers
5
Used height
125 cm
Loaded pallet height
145 cm
Best orientation
40 x 30 x 25 cm
Estimated gross weight
262 kg
Pallets needed
40
Last pallet
30
Average fill: 100%
Spare slots
0
Total shipment weight
10,480 kg
Limiting factor
Height limit
Effective deck
120 x 100 cm
Available carton stack height
130 cm
Stability score
72 · Caution
Footprint utilization
60%
Weight utilization
29%
Height utilization
97%
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Loaded
30 / 30
Shown
30
Unplaced
0
Volume use
50%
Load score
72
Layer A
2 x 3 · 6
Top-down view
First-layer footprint from above
2 x 3
Effective deck: 120 x 100 cm
| Carton orientation | Boxes per layer | Operational cartons per pallet | Pallets needed | Footprint utilization | Stability score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 x 30 x 25 cm | 6 | 30 | 40 | 60% | 72 |
| 30 x 40 x 25 cm | 6 | 30 | 40 | 60% | 72 |
Logistics planning notice
This tool is a planning aid only. Actual freight charges, customs treatment, chargeable weight, carrier rules, warehouse limits, and contractual terms must be confirmed with the carrier, forwarder, warehouse, or official shipping documents.
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The calculator compares possible carton orientations using effective pallet deck size, carton gap, top clearance, and weight safety reserve, then recommends a practical loading plan.
Yes. The tool subtracts empty pallet height and top clearance from the max loaded height to estimate usable carton stack height.
Yes. Turn on side loading to compare orientations that change the carton height side, then confirm carton strength and product orientation before using that plan.
Practical cases
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