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Loading metre

A loading metre corresponds to 1 linear metre of loading space in a truck. This is used as a calculation unit for goods that cannot be stacked or when stacking of or on top of these goods is not allowed, compensating for any lost volume. The loading metre conversion factor will be included in the offer; 1 loading metre often corresponds tot 1850 kgs.1 euro pallet = 0.4 loading metre; 1 block pallet = 0.5 loading metre.

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