Standard Warehouse Racking Dimensions Guide

Time:6/23/2025

Standard warehouse racking dimensions can vary based on the type of racking system (e.g., selective pallet racking, drive-in, push-back, etc.), the type of pallets used (typically 48" x 40" GMA pallets in the U.S.), and the layout of the warehouse. However, for selective pallet racking, which is the most common type, here are the typical standard dimensions:

1. Upright Frame (Height x Depth)

Height:

Common sizes: 8 ft, 10 ft, 12 ft, 16 ft, 20 ft, up to 30+ ft for high-bay warehouses.

Customizable depending on ceiling height and forklift reach.

Depth:

36 inches (914 mm)

42 inches (1067 mm) ← most common for 48" deep pallets

48 inches (1219 mm)

2. Horizontal Beams (Width)

Common lengths (per beam pair):

48 inches (4 ft)

72 inches (6 ft)

96 inches (8 ft) ← fits 2 standard pallets

108 inches (9 ft) ← fits 2-3 pallets depending on orientation

120 inches (10 ft)

Beams are selected based on load capacity and number of pallets per level.

3. Beam Height/Step

Typical step height: 1⅝" (41 mm) or 1⅞" (47 mm)

Beam face height varies with load requirements, usually between 3" to 6".

4. Aisle Width (for forklift operation)

Standard counterbalance forklift: 12–13 ft aisle

Reach truck: 8.5–10 ft aisle

Very narrow aisle (VNA): 5–6 ft

Example Configuration:

Rack Frame: 42"D × 16'H

Beams: 96"W per level

Levels: 3 to 5 per bay depending on ceiling height

Aisle Width: 12 ft (for standard forklifts)

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