Truck Load Calculator
Estimate how many common trailers your pallet shipment needs, then carry the plan into one clean freight quote request.
A standard 53ft dry van commonly fits about 26 GMA pallets or 30 Euro pallets in one floor layer. Divide your pallet count by the trailer capacity and round up. Double stacking can double the count only when height, stability, and the trailer weight limit all allow it.
Enter a pallet count to compare common trailer capacities.
| Trailer | Capacity | Trucks |
|---|---|---|
| 53ft dry van | 26 | — |
| 48ft trailer | 24 | — |
| 28ft pup trailer | 14 | — |
| 26ft box truck | 12 | — |
LTL or full truckload?
A few pallets usually move as LTL or partial truckload because you pay for shared trailer space. As the shipment approaches a full trailer, FTL can reduce handling, shorten transit, and make pricing easier to compare. Use the estimate to frame the conversation, not as a booking instruction.
If you still need the packed pallet count, start with the pallet calculator. For ocean freight, use the container loading calculator. For an equipment planning reference, see how many pallets fit in a trailer.
What this estimate does not replace
Real capacity depends on pallet orientation, overhang, door opening, cargo height, axle distribution, and gross payload. Dense freight can reach the trailer weight limit before every floor position is used. Confirm the final load plan and equipment with the carrier.
Frequently asked questions
How many pallets fit in a 53ft trailer?
A common planning estimate is 26 standard GMA 48 × 40 inch pallets or about 30 Euro 120 × 80 cm pallets in one floor layer. Actual fit and weight limits vary.
Can pallets be double-stacked in a truck?
Only when the cargo is stable and stackable, the total height clears the trailer, and the combined weight stays within equipment and axle limits. Confirm with the carrier before loading.