How Much Does a Dock Plate Weigh? Top 18 Models
Based on our analysis of the top 18 dock plates on the market, the average weight of a dock plate is 137lbs. The lowest possible weight being 39lbs, and the highest at 413lbs for dock plates in higher capacity and dock plates.
The variance in the weight of the dock plates depends on load size, metal (aluminum vs steel), plate thickness, and capacity. Keep reading to find out the dock plate weight for brands like WarehouseWiz, Uline, Global Industrial, and more.
Dock plate weight - top 18 models
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Brand/Model
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Weight
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Size
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Capacity
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Price
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Image
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WarehouseWiz - SDP4836
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196lbs
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48in x 36in
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7300lbs
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$750
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WarehouseWiz - SDP4848
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315lbs
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48in x 48in
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5500lbs
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$924.99
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Uline - H-1215
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80lbs
|
48in x 36in |
4383lbs
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$708
|
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Uline - H-1539
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119lbs
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48in x 60in |
1656lbs
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$1105
|
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Uline - H-1216
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99lbs
|
48in x 48in
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2388lbs
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$868
|
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Global Industrial - AH-3636
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65lbs
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36in x 36in
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700lbs
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$759
|
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Global Industrial - AHTD-3660
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52lbs
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36in x 60in
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800lbs
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$1119
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Global Industrial - FGDP-4824
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39lbs
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53in x 24in
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1000lbs
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$930
|
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Vestil - SE7248
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413lbs
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72in x 48in
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4820lbs
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$3049
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Vestil - SE4836
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275lbs
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36in x 48in
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4125lbs
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$1912
|
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Vestil - E4848
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91lbs
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48in x 48in
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2600lbs
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$1513
|
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Tenaquip - KH157
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82lbs
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48in x 42in
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2600lbs
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$1005
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Tenaquip - KH172
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113lbs
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48in x 60in
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2800lbs
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$1309
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Tenaquip - KH197
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124lbs
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48in x 48in
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4000lbs
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$1379
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Bluff - B4824
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65lbs
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48in x 24in
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9079lbs
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$673
|
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Bluff - B4830
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77lbs
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48in x 30in
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8067lbs
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$977
|
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Bluff - A6060
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145lbs
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60in x 60in
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2414lbs
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$1306
|
 |
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Commander - KH158
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110lbs
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48in x 48in
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2250lbs
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$963
|
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Note: Prices are in CAD. This list includes both metal and aluminum dock plates, aluminum ones being lighter on average. Details in this table are valid as of August 2023. They were taken either directly from manufacturer websites or other marketplaces they were listed on. For the most accurate information, please visit the manufacturer's website.
What is a dock plate?
A dock plate is a flat piece of metal or sometimes composite material that is used to bridge the gap between a loading dock and a truck or trailer. It provides a smooth surface for hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment to move goods in and out of a truck or trailer. Without a dock plate, it would not be possible to unload and load trucks and trailers.
Related: How to use a dock plate
How thick are dock plates?
Dock plates vary in thickness depending on their material, size, and intended load capacity. Typically, aluminum dock plates can range from 3/8 inch to 1/2 inch in thickness, while steel dock plates might be thicker, often between 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch. The thickness is determined by the plate's design to safely support specific weight loads, with thicker plates generally accommodating heavier loads.
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