PART OF THE PALLETMOVE GROUPBuy Pallets DirectTwo useful starting points are the UK-standard 1200 × 1000 mm footprint and the 1200 × 800 mm Euro footprint. Other sizes serve different receiving systems and loads. Dimensions below are length × width; height varies by design.
Common pallet footprints to compare
| Name or format | Footprint (mm) | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| UK standard | 1200 × 1000 | Deck, base, condition and handling. |
| Euro size | 1200 × 800 | Whether the customer needs genuine EPAL or an unstamped Euro-size design. |
| Half / display formats | 800 × 600 | Retailer acceptance, entry and load stability. |
| Quarter / display formats | 600 × 400 | The exact display system and receiving rules. |
| 48 × 40 inch / Yankee | Approximately 1219 × 1016 | Published dimensions and destination requirements. |
| CP2 | 1200 × 800 | A shared footprint does not make it an EPAL pallet. |
| CP3 | 1140 × 1140 | Required CP design and package compatibility. |
| CP9 | 1140 × 1140 | Base, deck and load arrangement differ from CP3. |
What is the standard UK pallet size?
The UK-standard footprint is 1200 × 1000 mm. That identifies the deck area, not a single universal pallet specification. Pallets on that footprint can have different board layouts, bases, heights and load ratings.
What size is a Euro pallet?
The familiar Euro footprint is 1200 × 800 mm. A new EPAL Euro pallet in the source catalogue is 144 mm high, but do not apply that height or its handling rating to every Euro-size pallet. The checker separates EPAL records from lighter unstamped designs.
How do I choose the right pallet size?
Measure the packed goods and ask which footprint the receiving site accepts. Check loading equipment, available storage and transport arrangements. Matching the footprint is only the first check: the exact deck, base and rating still need to suit the load.
Can I search by dimensions instead of a name?
Yes. Enter a footprint such as 1200 × 1000 into the checker, or fill in the length and width filters. The checker accepts either orientation. You can also enter explicit units, such as 120 × 100 cm or 48 × 40 in.