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Trailer load plan template

A trailer load plan shows where every pallet goes before loading starts. This example plans a 13.6 metre trailer with 26 pallets for three drops, with the last drop loaded first at the nose and the first drop by the doors. Each pallet shows its drop and weight, and bars check the drive axle, trailer axles and gross weight against their limits, with a checklist for the driver before the doors close.

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Trailer load plan example showing top-down trailer with every pallet by drop and weight, axle and gross weight bars against legal limits, loading order and checks before departure
Everything in this example is editable. Replace the labels, move the shapes and adapt the layout to your work.

How to use this template

  1. Order by drop

    Load the last drop first at the nose and the first drop last by the doors, so nothing is moved on the road.

  2. Spread the weight

    Put the heaviest pallets towards the front and check each axle against its limit, not just the gross weight.

  3. Secure and record

    Fit load bars and straps, note the seal number and photograph the load before the doors close.

Questions about this template

Why is the last drop loaded at the nose?

Pallets for the last drop go in first, so the first drop sits by the rear doors and can be unloaded without moving anything else.

Do I need an account to use it?

No. Open the template and edit it in your browser. Your work saves on this device. An account is optional if you want to sync your workspace.

Can I export the finished diagram?

Yes. Use Export in the editor to save a PNG, SVG or PDF, or download an editable .epicdraw backup.

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