Palletization & Container Load Calculator

Calculate cartons per pallet and per container with orientation optimization, stacking limits, and payload checks.

Free tool for packaging and logistics planning

1) Carton Details

2) Pallet Settings

3) Container Settings

Pallet Result

Best orientation: 280 x 320 x 450 mm

Cartons per layer: 12

Layers: 3

Total cartons: 36

Payload limit cartons: 160

Final loadable cartons: 36

Total load weight: 201.60 kg

Volume utilization: 90.8%

Container Result

Best orientation: 320 x 450 x 280 mm

Cartons per layer: 90

Layers: 8

Total cartons: 720

Payload limit cartons: 5035

Final loadable cartons: 720

Total load weight: 4032.00 kg

Volume utilization: 93.1%

Orientation Comparison

Orientation (L x W x H)Pallet FinalContainer FinalPallet UtilizationContainer Utilization
450 x 320 x 2803067275.6%86.9%
450 x 280 x 3202467260.5%86.9%
320 x 450 x 2803072075.6%93.1%
320 x 280 x 4502772068.1%93.1%
280 x 450 x 3203270080.7%90.5%
280 x 320 x 4503670090.8%90.5%

How this palletization calculator helps packaging teams

This free calculator helps carton manufacturers, packaging engineers, and logistics planners estimate how many cartons fit on a pallet and inside a shipping container. It checks all carton orientations and respects both dimensional constraints and payload limits.

What the calculator considers

  • Carton dimensions and carton weight
  • Pallet dimensions, stack height, and pallet deck height
  • Container internal dimensions for 20ft, 40ft, and 40ft HC
  • Safety clearance margins for practical loading
  • Weight-limited versus space-limited carton count

FAQ

Does this include interlocking or mixed stacking?

No. This version uses straight stacking by orientation and returns the best deterministic arrangement. It is useful for quick planning and quoting.

Why can final cartons be lower than total cartons by space?

The payload limit can reduce the final count. If cartons are heavy, weight often becomes the bottleneck before volume.

Can I use this for corrugated shipping cartons?

Yes. Enter your actual outer carton dimensions and average filled-box weight for realistic estimates.