7.5 tonne Vehicle Capacity
First of all - It is important to understand what a standard pallet is:
- Mazimum standard pallets are L120cms x W120cms x H229cms
- Maximum standard weight is less than 1000kgs
7.5 tonne vehicle – Basically these type of vehicles can normally accept 8x Standard Pallets (L120 x W120cms) and 12x Euro Pallets (L120 x W80cms), maybe more if stacked and the weight is not exceeding the vehicles allowed legal weight capacity. Height is also important = if a pallet height is under 229cms then, loading into the collection vehicle is not a concern, as vehicle has a limited height allowance and the majority of carriers will not collect pallets exceeding 229cms as any higher the pallet is impossible to be loaded due to the vehicles own height allowance - Tip, if your pallet height is exceeding 229cms, consider laying the item down to gain an acceptable pallet length, the bad part about this possible solution is, you will be charged for a two pallet space pallet, but, this could solve the problem for you that’s if you can absorb the posting costs
Summary:
- If sending 1 to 5 pallets and they are all within the above given dimensions then, book a standard pallet collection and delivery service – 1st Parcel Direct
- If sending higher pallets and you have a fork lift at the collection and delivery points then, consider a articulated vehicle service – Tel: 0845 1080046
Who to use?
We recommend 1st Parcel Direct as they offer online quotation and booking services, they can also be called 0845 1080046 to discuss problematic concerns, take it for granted the 1st Parcel Direct sales team love a challenge so, please call them