What vehicle is suitable for a pallet movement?
A small van can take a Euro pallet L120x W80cms however; a small van is limited by the wheel arches within the van and the pallet given weight but, as a rule 150kgs to 200kgs is possible within the majority of small vehicles
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, 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, remember each 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 – 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
Articulated vehicles- These are perfect if all your pallets are over 229cms in height and you are sending lots of pallets, this vehicle can accept 22x standard pallets or 33x Euro pallets however; do not consider this vehicle if you do not have a fork-lift at both addresses plus, make sure you send lots of pallets as you are paying for the whole vehicle movement plus, also consider very carefully that this type of vehicle can gain access at both addresses before even thinking of ordering one!
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