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Plastic Crates Specifications & Guide

Everything you need to know about selling plastic crates

Size Options

Condition Grades

2,500-3,000 crates

Truckload Capacity

Plastic Crate Sizes & Specifications

Dimensions	Capacity	Weight	Common Usage
13×13×11 inches	35 lbs / 16 quarts	3.2 lbs	Dairy, beverages, general storage
19×13×11 inches	50 lbs / 24 quarts	4.5 lbs	Dairy, beverages, retail
24×16×12 inches	65 lbs / 2.67 cu ft	3.2 lbs	General purpose, industrial
24×16×8 inches	50 lbs / 1.78 cu ft	2.8 lbs	Automotive parts, shallow storage
24×16×6 inches	35 lbs / 1.33 cu ft	2.2 lbs	Produce, bakery, food service
27×17×12 inches	75 lbs / 3.21 cu ft	3.8 lbs	Heavy-duty warehouse
21×15×9 inches	40 lbs / 1.64 cu ft	2.1 lbs	Food service, bakery trays
26×18×14 inches	85 lbs / 3.78 cu ft	4.5 lbs	Large item storage, warehouse

Plastic Crate Condition Grades

New/UnusedPremium

Brand new crates, never used

Characteristics

Best For

Food grade, pharmaceutical, clean room

Pricing

100% of market price

Like-NewPremium

Minimal use, excellent condition

Characteristics

Plastic Crate Truckload Quantities

Truck Type / Variant	Quantity	Weight	Stack Height	Notes
13×13×11 Milk Crates - 53' Dry Van	2,500-3,000 crates	8,000-9,600 lbs	10-12 high	Square format stacks efficiently
19×13×11 Milk Crates - 53' Dry Van	1,800-2,200 crates	8,100-9,900 lbs	10-12 high	Rectangular dairy crates
24×16×12 Standard - 53' Dry Van	1,200-1,500 crates	3,840-4,800 lbs	8-10 high	Standard industrial size
24×16×6 Nested - 53' Dry Van	6,000-8,000 crates	13,200-17,600 lbs	Nested (15-20 per stack)	High nesting ratio saves space
27×17×12 Large - 53' Dry Van	1,000-1,200 crates	3,800-4,560 lbs	8-10 high	Larger footprint reduces count

Pickup Guide

What to Expect

How to Prepare

Sort & Stage

Group items by size and condition, stage near loading area

Selling Plastic Crate - FAQ

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