Road freight calculator
Load Meter Calculator
Estimate how much trailer length a set of rectangular pallets or crates occupies, with an optional number of safely stackable layers.
Your shipment details
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Method & limits
How this estimate works
The result uses the formula below. Check the measurements, unit setting, and applicable carrier or supplier rule before using it.
This assumes efficient rectangular floor placement and even stackability. Confirm trailer width, loading layout, axle limits, and stack safety.
This calculator is a planning aid, not a carrier quotation, engineering assessment, or professional advice. Verify critical figures against current supplier and carrier documentation.