45mm Plywood — Sheets Per 20ft Container
A 20ft Container can hold approximately 176 sheets of 45mm plywood with Acacia hardwood core (580 kg/m³ density), loaded on 8 pallets at 22 sheets per pallet. Net weight is 13.67 MT against a maximum payload of 20 MT. The loading is weight-limited. Standard panel size: 1220×2440mm (4'×8').
45mm Plywood — 20ft Container Loading Table
Panel size: 1220×2440mm (4'×8'). 20ft Container, max payload 20 MT, up to 8 pallets.
| Core Material | Density | Sheets/Pallet | Pallets | Total Sheets | Net Weight (MT) | CBM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Styrax | 500 kg/m³ | 22 | 8 | 176 | 11.79 | 23.58 |
| Acacia | 580 kg/m³ | 22 | 8 | 176 | 13.67 | 23.58 |
| Eucalyptus | 650 kg/m³ | 21 | 8 | 168 | 14.63 | 22.50 |
| Pine | 520 kg/m³ | 22 | 8 | 176 | 12.26 | 23.58 |
| Rubberwood | 680 kg/m³ | 21 | 8 | 168 | 15.30 | 22.50 |
| Styrax + Acacia | 540 kg/m³ | 22 | 8 | 176 | 12.73 | 23.58 |
| Styrax + Eucalyptus | 575 kg/m³ | 22 | 8 | 176 | 13.56 | 23.58 |
| Acacia + Eucalyptus | 615 kg/m³ | 21 | 8 | 168 | 13.84 | 22.50 |
Need Custom Calculations?
Try our interactive Container Packing Calculator with custom dimensions, thickness, and wood species.
Open Container Packing Calculator →Frequently Asked Questions
▶How many sheets of 45mm plywood fit in a 20ft Container?
With Acacia core (580 kg/m³), approximately 176 sheets of 45mm (1-3/4") plywood fit in a 20ft Container. With lighter Styrax core (500 kg/m³), you can fit 176 sheets. Panel size: 1220×2440mm (4'×8').
▶What is the maximum weight of 45mm plywood in a 20ft Container?
A full 20ft Container of 45mm plywood weighs approximately 13.67 metric tons (net) with Acacia core. The maximum payload capacity is 20 MT.
▶How many pallets of 45mm plywood fit in a 20ft Container?
Depending on core material, 8–8 pallets of 45mm plywood fit in a 20ft Container. Each pallet contains 22 sheets. Maximum bundle capacity: 8 pallets.
▶Should I ship 45mm plywood in a 20ft or 40HC?
A 20ft Container holds 176 sheets of 45mm plywood vs. the 40HC which holds more. Choose 20ft for smaller orders or when port space is limited. Use our packing calculator to compare.