What are the T11 pallet dimensions?

The T11 pallet measures 1,100 × 1,100 × 144 mm (length × width × total height). The square 1,100 mm footprint is the defining feature of the Japanese industrial standard. In imperial: approximately 43.3 × 43.3 × 5.7 inches.

How much weight can a T11 pallet hold?

Under JIS Z 0601, a certified T11 pallet is rated for 1,000 kg static load, 600 kg dynamic load (forklift), and 500 kg racking load. These figures apply to new, undamaged pallets. Used JPPA rental pallets are inspected before reuse and must pass load tests before recirculation.

How many T11 pallets fit in a Fuso Canter 4t?

Three T11 pallets fit in a single floor tier in the Fuso Canter 4t (3,790 × 2,065 mm cargo floor): three rows along the 3,790 mm length (3 × 1,100 = 3,300 mm) and one pallet across the 2,065 mm width (1 × 1,100 = 1,100 mm). Lightweight goods may be double-stacked for up to 6 pallet positions.

What is the JIS Z 0601 standard?

JIS Z 0601 is the Japanese Industrial Standard that defines the T11 flat pallet: 1,100 × 1,100 mm footprint, softwood or LVL construction, four-way fork entry, maximum static load 1,000 kg, and specific nail patterns and board dimensions. It is published by the Japanese Standards Association (JSA) and is the basis for JPPA pool pallet certification.

Why is the T11 pallet square?

Japan standardised a square pallet to simplify warehouse handling: any rotation is identical, reducing labelling and orientation errors on automated conveyors. It also fits Japanese truck interior widths efficiently — a 2,300 mm interior fits two T11 pallets side-by-side (2 × 1,100 = 2,200 mm) regardless of which way they are loaded.

Can T11 pallets be used with European forklifts?

Yes. T11 pallets use standard 1,200 mm fork centres with 4-way entry. European counterbalance forklifts with ISO-standard tines (150 mm wide, 1,150 mm centres) enter T11 pallets without modification. Reach trucks must be confirmed for the 1,100 mm pallet depth. Racking beam spacing designed for 1,200 mm EUR pallets needs adjustment to support the 1,100 mm T11.

How does the JPPA pool system work?

The Japan Pallet Pool Association operates a daily-rental closed pool. Shippers rent T11 pallets from JPPA at a daily rate; when goods are delivered, the pallets are collected by JPPA rather than exchanged one-for-one. JPPA handles cleaning, inspection, and repair centrally. Major supermarket chains and logistics providers in Japan require JPPA-certified pallets for automated DC intake.

T11 Pallet Dimensions — 1100×1100 mm

Japan's standard pallet — square footprint, JIS Z 0601 certified

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Length

1.10m

Width

1.10m

Total height

144mm

Max static load

1,000 kg

Max dynamic load

600 kg

Max rack load

500 kg

Material

Softwood / LVL (JIS Z 0601)

Fork entry

4-way

T11 pallet in practice — Japanese trucks, stacking, and the JPPA pool

Japanese truck fit

T11 pallet capacity by vehicle class

Fuso Canter 4t (3,790 × 2,065 mm floor)

3 T11 pallets — 3 × 1 single tier

10t rigid box (5,950 × 2,280 mm floor)

10 T11 pallets — 5 × 2 single tier

12 m semi-trailer (11,800 × 2,300 mm floor)

20 T11 pallets — 10 × 2 single tier

Square footprint advantages

The T11 pallet's 1,100 × 1,100 mm square footprint means any orientation is identical — no need to track pallet direction when loading. This simplifies automated handling and stacking, and allows 90° rotation without losing lane efficiency. Four-way entry is standard, compatible with all Japanese forklift and hand-jack equipment.

JPPA pallet pool

The Japan Pallet Pool Association (JPPA) operates Japan's largest rental pallet pool using the T11 standard. JPPA pallets are rented per day, collected by JPPA, repaired, and reissued — similar to CHEP's model. Major retailers and food distributors in Japan mandate JPPA or equivalent certified pallets for automated distribution centre intake.

T11 pallets in export

T11 pallets used in international shipments must meet ISPM 15 (heat treatment to 56 °C core / 30 min). Japan exports comply with JPQ (Japan Phytosanitary Quality) treatment marks. Importers in the EU, US, and Australia require valid IPPC stamps — check with your freight forwarder before shipping on wooden pallets.

Quick reference

Length	1.10m
Width	1.10m
Total height	144mm
Max static load	1,000 kg
Max dynamic load	600 kg
Max rack load	500 kg
Fork entry	4-way
Standard	JIS Z 0601

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