48x40x36-40 Gaylord Boxes For Sale
Key Information for 48x40 Gaylord Box Buyers
- Capacity: 500–1,500 lbs
- Price: Used $7–$18 each; new $18–$45 each.
- Common sizes: 48x40x36 and 48x40x40; heights ~36–40".
- Per pallet: 50–100
- Per Truck: 500–1,000 per 53' dry van.
- More: Browse all Gaylord boxes for sale - sizes, wall counts, and styles available.
48x40x36-40 Gaylord Boxes Overview
A 48x40x36-40 Gaylord box is a large corrugated bulk container built on the standard 48 by 40 inch pallet footprint, with a height of 36 or 40 inches. It is available in single-, double-, and triple-wall construction depending on the load. Thanks to its pallet-matched footprint, it stacks cleanly on standard GMA pallets and fits standard rack systems and 53-foot dry vans without wasted space.
Is a 48x40x36-40 Gaylord Box Right for Me?
This pallet-footprint bulk bin is a good fit for operations that need a standardized container for loose or packaged bulk goods, and is widely used across manufacturing, food processing, recycling, and distribution.
Common users of 48x40x36-40 Gaylord boxes include:
- Manufacturers - consolidating loose parts or finished goods for internal transfer or outbound shipment on standard pallets.
- Recyclers and waste handlers - collecting and transporting loose recyclables or scrap from production lines.
- Food processors - storing and moving dry bulk ingredients or packaged goods in a container sized to standard pallet positions.
- Agricultural shippers - packing produce or dry agricultural goods in a ventilated or lined bulk bin built to the standard 48x40 footprint.
- Resin and chemical handlers - shipping granular or pelletized material in a triple-wall box with a poly liner for containment.
- Distribution centers - staging bulk goods in a container that palletizes cleanly and moves by forklift.
- General industrial storage - heavy and bulky storage and transport across industries where the standard 48x40 footprint is required.
Source: Verde Trader sold-order data, 8,000+ orders through mid-2026.
Size and Capacity
48x40x36-40 Gaylord boxes are built on the standard 48 by 40 inch pallet footprint and come in heights of 36 or 40 inches. Capacity scales with wall count - a single-wall box handles lighter loads while a triple-wall box supports up to 1,500 lbs or more.
Common Sizes
- 48x40x36 Gaylord Boxes: The shorter of the two heights. Works well for denser or heavier loads where a lower center of gravity helps with stability during transport.
- 48x40x40 Gaylord Boxes: Four inches taller, giving more volume for lighter or bulkier goods. The most common height we see on the 48x40 footprint across our orders.
- 48x40 with liner: Either height can be fitted with a poly liner for granular, flowable, or moisture-sensitive loads.
Not sure which wall strength fits your load? Read "Why wall count matters when choosing Gaylord boxes". For a full size reference across all Gaylord box types, see the Gaylord box dimensions guide.
Additional options
48x40x36-40 Gaylord boxes are available in several configurations depending on your load, handling method, and whether you need a lid or liner.
Features to consider:
- Wall count: Available in single-wall (2-wall), double-wall (3-wall), and triple-wall (5-wall) construction. More walls means more crush resistance and a higher weight capacity. Match the wall count to your load weight and handling conditions.
- Box style: The most common styles are RSC (regular slotted container) and HSC (half slotted container). RSC has flaps on both top and bottom. HSC is open on top and is the most common style for Gaylord use - lids are purchased separately if needed.
- Bottom flaps: Full overlap bottoms provide more support for heavier loads. Partial overlap is standard on lighter-duty boxes.
- Liner: A poly liner can be dropped inside the box to contain granular, flowable, or moisture-sensitive material without needing a different container type.
- Lid: Separate lids are available for HSC-style boxes. Lids are typically single-wall and sold separately from the box.
Used 48x40x36-40 Gaylord boxes typically run $7–$18 each depending on wall count, condition, and quantity.
Source: Verde Trader sold-order data, 8,000+ orders through mid-2026.
Find 48x40x36-40 Gaylord boxes near you
Verde Trader lists used 48x40x36-40 Gaylord box inventory in cities across all 48 states. Customer pickup is available at the box location on most listings. We also arrange nationwide shipping at a flat $500 rate under 100 miles and $3 to $5 per mile beyond that.
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FAQs
What is a 48x40x36-40 Gaylord box?
A 48x40x36-40 Gaylord box is a large corrugated bulk container built on the standard 48 by 40 inch pallet footprint, with a height of 36 or 40 inches. It is used for storing and shipping loose or packaged bulk goods and is available in single-, double-, and triple-wall construction depending on the load weight and handling requirements.
How much weight can a 48x40x36-40 Gaylord box hold?
Capacity depends on wall count. A single-wall box handles lighter loads, a double-wall box supports mid-range weights, and a triple-wall box can hold up to 1,500 lbs or more. The bottom style also affects capacity - a full overlap bottom provides more support for heavier loads than a partial overlap bottom.
What is the difference between a single-, double-, and triple-wall 48x40 box?
Wall count refers to how many layers of corrugated cardboard make up the box. A single-wall box has one fluted medium between two liners. A double-wall box adds a second fluted medium and liner for more crush resistance. A triple-wall box has three fluted mediums and is the heaviest-duty option, suitable for dense or sharp loads. More walls means a higher price per box but a higher weight capacity and better protection.
How much do used 48x40x36-40 Gaylord boxes cost?
Used 48x40x36-40 Gaylord boxes typically run $7 to $18 each depending on wall count, condition, and quantity. Triple-wall boxes sit at the higher end of that range. For current pricing, see our pricing guide at verdetrader.com/how-much-do-gaylord-boxes-cost.
What box styles are available in the 48x40x36-40 size?
The most common styles are HSC (half slotted container) and RSC (regular slotted container). HSC is open on top and is the standard Gaylord style - lids are sold separately. RSC has flaps on both top and bottom. Both styles are available in single-, double-, and triple-wall construction.
Are 48x40x36-40 Gaylord boxes sold individually?
No. Verde Trader sells used Gaylord boxes in pallet or truckload quantities only. A typical pallet holds 50 to 100 boxes depending on wall count. A truckload on a 53-foot dry van holds approximately 500 to 1,000 boxes.
Sources
This page stands on two legs: published industry standards that define what a Gaylord box is and how it is built, and Verde Trader's own sold-order records that show what people actually buy and pay. They answer different questions, so we keep them separate.
Industry standards (what is defined)
- ASTM D4727/D4727M. Specification for corrugated and solid fiberboard sheet stock. Defines board grades, wall construction, and flute combinations - the foundation for every wall-count claim on this page.
- ASTM D5118/D5118M. Practice for the fabrication of fiberboard shipping boxes. Covers box styles including RSC and HSC - the two styles referenced on this page.
- ASTM D5168. Practice for the fabrication and closure of triple-wall corrugated fiberboard containers. The standard governing the heaviest-duty boxes in this size.
- ASTM D5639/D5639M. Practice for selecting corrugated fiberboard materials and box construction based on performance requirements. Explains how wall count and board grade are matched to load - relevant to the capacity ranges on this page.
- Fibre Box Handbook (Fibre Box Association). The corrugated industry reference covering box styles, carrier rules, flute types, and strength requirements. Used to verify construction terminology and style definitions on this page.
- Wikipedia - Bulk box. Background on the Gaylord name, pallet-box construction types, and common uses. Used for definitional context only.
Our sales data (what people actually buy)
- Verde Trader sold-order data. More than 8,000 Gaylord box orders across all major sizes, wall counts, and regions, through our latest mid-2026 export. The pricing, size distribution, capacity ranges, and units-per-pallet figures on this page come from these records.
