Roll-Out Pallets for Pallet Rack
Pull-out trays that slide heavy parts out of your pallet rack so nobody reaches deep or crawls under a beam to hand-pick. Rack-mounted roll-outs add pull-out levels to the rack you already have; floor-mounted roll-outs ride anchored tracks under the first beam and carry up to 3,000 lb.
1,000 lb
standard rack-mounted UDL
2,000 lb
heavy-duty rack-mounted
3,000 lb
floor-mounted UDL
2 or 3
trays per 96 in / 144 in bay
Roll-out pallet load ratings at a glance
Start with the weight. Every roll-out pallet is rated for a uniformly distributed load (UDL), meaning the weight is spread evenly across the tray. Pick the type that covers your heaviest load, then check the bay width to see how many trays you need.
| Type | Where it mounts | Load rating (each) | Roll-out extension | Trays per bay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rack-mounted, standard | On the beams of an existing pallet rack; adds one or more levels | 1,000 lb UDL | About 75% | 2 in a 96 in bay, 3 in a 144 in bay |
| Rack-mounted, heavy-duty | On the beams of an existing pallet rack | 2,000 lb | Ask sales | 2 in a 96 in bay, 3 in a 144 in bay |
| Floor-mounted | On tracks anchored to the floor, under the first beam level | 3,000 lb UDL | About 85% | 2 in a 96 in bay, 3 in a 144 in bay |
| Anything above 3,000 lb (e.g. 5,000 lb) | Not available in this product | Not offered | – | Call sales to discuss other options |
Heavier than 3,000 lb? We’ll tell you up front.
This roll-out pallet line tops out at 3,000 lb UDL on the floor-mounted version. Higher ratings, such as 5,000 lb, are not possible with this product. If your load is heavier, say so in your first message and we will talk through what can work instead of quoting something that can’t carry it.
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Freestanding heavy-duty roll-out shelving units with pull-out shelves, priced online. Roll-out pallets that install in your existing pallet rack or on floor tracks are quoted to your bay sizes; send the five answers below.
What we need to quote roll-out pallets
Roll-out pallets are quoted to your rack, so a few details up front get you an accurate price and lead time on the first pass instead of three rounds of email. These are the same five questions our sales team asks on every roll-out request:
Send these five answers
- Rack-mounted or floor-mounted? On the beams of your rack, or on tracks on the floor under the first level.
- Capacity needed. The heaviest load one tray will carry: up to 1,000 lb, up to 2,000 lb, or up to 3,000 lb.
- How many bays. The number of rack bays that get roll-outs.
- Width and depth of each bay. Measure the clear opening between uprights and the frame depth.
- Ship-to ZIP code. So freight is included in the quote.
Also send a photo of the rack and beams. It lets us confirm beam style, level heights and whether the existing rack is a good fit before anything is ordered.
Have your bay sizes handy?
Send the five answers and a photo of your rack. We’ll match the roll-out type and size and return a quote with freight to your ZIP.
Why warehouses add roll-out pallets to pallet rack
Pallet rack is built for forklifts, but a lot of what ends up in it gets picked by hand: heavy rollers, small engines, motors, gearboxes, castings and bins of parts. When those items sit on the bottom level or deep in a bay, someone has to lean in, reach across the beam or crawl under it to get them. That is slow, and it is how backs and shoulders get hurt.
A roll-out pallet brings the load to the person. The tray slides out of the bay on rails or tracks, the worker picks from it standing in the aisle, and the tray rolls back in. The rack keeps its footprint, and the items that used to be awkward to reach become easy to count, pick and restock.
Rack-mounted roll-out pallets
Rack-mounted roll-out pallets install on the beams of a pallet rack you already own. Each one is a base frame with slide rails, usually with a steel top plate, and it adds a pull-out level wherever you set it. You can fit one level or several in the same bay.
The standard unit is rated 1,000 lb UDL per roll-out pallet, with a heavy-duty option rated 2,000 lb. The tray pulls out roughly 75% of its depth, enough to reach the load from the aisle, and a lock-in keeps it closed when it is not in use.
Three configurations cover most jobs:
- Base – the slide frame on its own, for loads that sit directly on the rails.
- Base with top plate – a solid or perforated steel deck on top of the frame for parts, bins and boxes.
- Double base with top plate – two bases under one wider plate for bigger footprints.
Top plates come perforated as standard or smooth with no holes, and 1-inch side and back lips are available to keep parts from sliding off.
Floor-mounted roll-out pallets
Floor-mounted roll-out pallets sit on the floor under the first beam level of the rack and roll on tracks anchored to the floor, so the cart can’t be pulled out of place. They are built from thick steel with heavy-duty rollers and are rated 3,000 lb UDL, the highest rating in this line.
A standard brake and lock system holds the cart still while a lift truck loads or unloads it, and the cart rolls out about 85% of its length so the whole load is reachable from the aisle. A removable pull handle comes in a 42-inch standard height, with a 36-inch option.
Floor-mounted options
| Option | Choices |
|---|---|
| Deck | Standard cross members (number can be changed to suit the load) or a full plate |
| Backstop height | 1, 2 or 3 in, special, or none |
| Endstop height | 1, 2 or 3 in, special, or none |
| Lips | Optional back lips and side lips |
| Lock system | Brake/lock standard to hold the cart while it is loaded |
| Pull handle | Removable; 42 in standard, 36 in option |
| Roll-out extension | About 85% |
| Capacity | 3,000 lb UDL |
Because nobody has to crawl underneath to reach stock, many sites lower the first beam level once floor-mounted roll-outs are in. That height can go back into the rack as more storage above. If you plan to move beams, read our page on pallet rack permits, engineering and relocation first, since changing beam elevations changes the rack’s rated capacity.
Standard sizes and bay fit
Pallet rack bays are typically 96 inches or 144 inches wide. A 96-inch bay takes two roll-out trays side by side and a 144-inch bay takes three. If your bays are another width, send the measurement and we will double-check before quoting. Rack-mounted standard sizes from the manufacturer’s brochure:
| Item | Widths (in) | Depths (in) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard top plates | 24, 30, 36, 40 | 36, 42, 48 |
| Standard bases | – | 36, 42, 48 |
| Large top plates (two or more bases) | 94, 106, 142 | 36, 42, 48 |
| Floor-mounted standard footprints | 40, 42, 46 | 42, 48 (46 x 48, 46 x 42, 42 x 42, 42 x 48, 40 x 48) |
Match the tray depth to the frame depth of your rack: a 42-inch deep frame takes a 42-inch deep tray, and so on. Larger top plates in 94, 106 or 142-inch widths span most of a bay and ride on two or more bases, which is how a single wide deck can carry long or bulky parts.
Other sizes can be quoted. If your frame depth or bay width doesn’t line up with the table, measure the clear opening between uprights and the frame depth, take a photo, and ask sales.
Rack requirements and safe use
A roll-out pallet changes how load sits on the rack when it is pulled out, so the rack itself has to be up to the job. The manufacturer’s recommendations for rack-mounted units:
- Minimum beam-level capacity of 5,000 lb when a level carries two roll-out pallets.
- Minimum beam-level capacity of 6,000 lb when a level carries three roll-out pallets.
- Open one roll-out pallet at a time.
- Rack beams must be bolted to the uprights.
- Uprights must be properly anchored to the floor.
- Follow the rack manufacturer’s recommendations at all times.
That is why we ask for a photo of your rack and beams with every request. It shows the beam style and size, the connectors and the anchoring, and it tells us whether the existing rack can take roll-outs as-is or needs new beams first. If new beams are needed we can quote them on the same order; see our pallet rack cost and pricing guide for how rack projects are priced.
Keep the load inside the rating and spread across the tray. A UDL rating assumes the weight is distributed evenly, not stacked in one corner or hanging over the edge.
How a roll-out pallet order works
Send the five answers
Mount type, capacity, number of bays, bay width and depth, ship-to ZIP, plus a rack photo.
We check the fit
Tray size, trays per bay and whether your beams meet the level capacity.
Quote with freight
Roll-outs, any beams needed and freight to your ZIP on one quote.
Ship and install
Units ship to your site to install on the beams or anchor to the floor.
Roll-out pallets are one of several ways to get more out of an existing rack. Pair them with wire decking on the fixed levels above, or go back to the pallet rack hub to see uprights, beams and accessories.
Get a free quote
Tell us what you are storing, the room size and your timeline. A project specialist will follow up with layout options and pricing. Prefer to talk? Call (800) 326-4403.
Roll-out pallet FAQ
What is a roll-out pallet?
How much weight can a roll-out pallet hold?
Can I get a roll-out pallet rated 5,000 lb?
How many roll-out pallets fit in one pallet rack bay?
What is the difference between rack-mounted and floor-mounted roll-out pallets?
Do my rack beams need to be a certain capacity for rack-mounted roll-outs?
Can a forklift load a floor-mounted roll-out pallet?
What do you need from me to quote roll-out pallets?
Is there a spec sheet?
Get roll-out pallets quoted for your rack
Tell us rack-mounted or floor-mounted, the capacity, how many bays and their size, and your ZIP. Ask for the spec sheet too.