Half Pallet Most Popular

Half Pallet Delivery — 1200×800mm

The UK's most popular pallet size and the sweet spot for most shipments. A half pallet gives you the full 1200×800mm euro pallet footprint at half height — enough space for the majority of commercial and personal consignments.

From just £39.99 + VAT — mainland UK delivery

Euro pallet footprint
1200×800mm
Max goods height
900mm
Maximum weight
500 kg
Starting price + VAT
£39.99

Why the Half Pallet Is Our Bestseller

Over 60% of all pallet shipments through our network travel on half pallets. Here's why this size hits the mark for so many customers.

Best Value Per Cubic Metre

The half pallet offers the best balance of space, weight capacity and price. You get a generous 1200×800mm base at a price point that works for regular shippers and one-offs alike.

Fits Almost Everything

From engine blocks to cases of wine, furniture flat-packs to industrial components — the 1200×800mm footprint accommodates the vast majority of palletised goods.

Network Optimised

Euro pallets are the standard across UK and European pallet networks. This means the most competitive rates, the widest carrier choice and the fastest transit times.

What Fits on a Half Pallet?

With 1200×800mm of base area and up to 900mm of stacking height, here's what our customers regularly ship on half pallets.

Boxed Products & Stock

Approximately 12–16 standard cartons stacked neatly. Perfect for wholesale orders, shop restocks and warehouse transfers between sites.

Engines & Heavy Machinery

Car engines, industrial pumps, compressors and similar heavy items that sit within the footprint. Up to 500 kg gives ample capacity for substantial components.

Building Materials

Bags of adhesive, tiling grout, boxes of fixings, plasterboard accessories. Builders merchants and trade suppliers use half pallets daily for site deliveries.

Food & Beverage

Cases of beer, wine, spirits, tinned goods and dry ingredients. A half pallet of wine holds approximately 60 bottles — ideal for independent retailers and restaurants.

Flat-Pack Furniture

Desks, shelving units, cabinet carcasses and worktops. The 1200mm length accommodates most flat-pack boxes that won't fit through a parcel network.

Electronics & IT Equipment

Servers, monitors, printers, networking equipment. Half pallets are the go-to for IT departments and resellers moving equipment between offices or to clients.

Industries That Rely on Half Pallets

The half pallet is the workhorse of UK freight. These industries ship with us week in, week out.

Retail & E-commerce

Online retailers, wholesalers and high-street shops use half pallets for stock replenishment, bulk order fulfilment and returns processing. The euro pallet format integrates seamlessly with warehouse racking and picking systems.

Automotive

Breakers yards, body shops and parts suppliers ship engines, gearboxes and component sets on half pallets daily. The 500 kg weight limit handles even the heaviest V8 blocks comfortably. See our car parts page.

Manufacturing & Engineering

Component suppliers, fabricators and precision engineers rely on half pallets for shipping batches of machined parts, raw materials and finished assemblies between factories, suppliers and customers across the UK.

Food & Drink

Breweries, distilleries, food manufacturers and specialist importers ship on half pallets as standard. Perfect for restaurant supply, shop deliveries and farmer-to-retailer distribution of ambient goods.

Packaging Your Half Pallet

A well-packaged pallet travels safely and avoids delays. Here's our expert guidance for getting it right first time.

Stacking & Loading

  • Stack boxes in a brick pattern for stability — stagger each layer
  • Heaviest items at the bottom, lightest on top
  • Keep the load flush with the pallet edges — no overhanging
  • Maximum height of 900mm for goods (approx 1,050mm total with pallet)

Wrapping & Labelling

  • Apply at least 4 layers of stretch wrap, including under the base
  • Use corner boards on tall or heavy loads for extra rigidity
  • Attach your booking label clearly on two sides of the pallet
  • Add "FRAGILE" labels where appropriate — visible on the outside

Half Pallet Pricing

Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Every service tier includes collection, delivery, full tracking and £50k standard insurance.

Economy

2–3 Working Days

£39.99

+ VAT per pallet

  • Lowest price for half pallets
  • Full tracking included
  • Perfect for regular shipments
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Most Popular Standard

Next Working Day

£49.99

+ VAT per pallet

  • Book by 2pm for same-day collection
  • The UK's favourite option
  • SMS and email updates
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Express

Next-Day by Noon

£64.99

+ VAT per pallet

  • Guaranteed before 12pm
  • Priority handling throughout
  • When timing is everything
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Prices shown are indicative starting prices for mainland UK deliveries. Your exact quote depends on postcodes and weight. Get your exact price now.

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FAQ

Half Pallet FAQs

Everything you need to know about half pallet dimensions, pricing and when to choose this size.

A half pallet uses the same 1200×800mm euro pallet base. The “half” refers to the height limit, not the footprint. Half pallets are limited to 900mm goods height, making them stackable in transit. A full pallet on the same base allows up to 1800mm total height (including the pallet).

It's the ideal balance of space, weight and cost. The 1200×800mm base fits the vast majority of goods, 500 kg is ample for most shipments, and because half pallets are stackable, carriers can offer the most competitive rates. For most businesses and individuals, there's simply no need to pay for a full pallet when a half does the job perfectly.

Choose a full pallet when your goods exceed 900mm in height or weigh more than 500 kg. Common examples include tall stacks of boxed goods, wardrobes, display cabinets or large machinery. If your load is over 900mm tall, it cannot be classified as a half pallet.

No. A 1200×1000mm pallet is a full pallet by dimension, regardless of height. The half pallet classification specifically applies to 1200×800mm euro pallets loaded to a maximum of 900mm goods height. If you have a 1200×1000mm pallet, you'll need to book a full pallet service.

Yes. Our business accounts offer volume-based pricing, monthly invoicing and dedicated account management for customers shipping regularly. If you're sending more than 5 pallets per month, a business account will save you money on every shipment.

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