The use of pallets is necessary for the shipping of commercial goods and shipping containers. On average a wooden pallet measures 48 x 40 inches and weighs 25-45 pounds.

Pallet weights are usually determined by the size and weight bearing capacity of the pallet. Depending on whether soft wood or durable wood was used to manufacture the pallet, pallets range in weight from 30 lbs to 80 lbs. A wood’s moisture content can also affect its weight. US pallets are typically 48″ x 40″ x 6″. That being said there are heavy duty and lightweight pallets that can weigh much more or less.

It has a dynamic load bearing capacity of 1 ton and a static load bearing capacity of 3 tons. In general, a pallet measuring 48 inches by 40 inches weighs 35 to 45 pounds. Pallets that are lightweight can weigh anywhere from three to fifteen pounds. A standard pallet weighs around 25 pounds.