Sending large or heavy package
A package with non-standard sizes is quickly too big or too heavy for companies like PostNL, DHL, DPD or UPS. When a package falls outside the standard sizes that these large mail carriers can carry, it is suddenly quite difficult to arrange proper transportation. We make sure you get appropriate and affordable quotes for your extra-large or heavy parcel shipment even in this case. Read more information about the sizes, weights and prices of packages with special dimensions below. Or request multiple quotes directly from courier services.
Cost of sending large parcel
Having a package with different dimensions or weight transported by a courier usually costs between 50 and 500 euros. Whereas a package with standard sizes has a clear cost, with extra-large packages this is not so unequivocal. Therefore, we have listed some previous quotes below.
| Groot pakket | Kosten (€) incl. btw |
|---|---|
| Pakket met oven 50kg (120 km) | 120 |
| pakket 52 kilo van Leiden naar Arnhem (110 km) | 90 |
| Transport 10 pakketten Sindelfingen (Duitsland) - Den Haag 3,29 m3 | 425 |
| Ophalen van 1 pakket van 26 kg (90x82x30cm) in Koningsbosch (Limburg) en bezorgen in Wolsztyn (Polen) | 700 |
| 450 gekoelde pakketten binnen de randstad afleveren | 500 |
| Soft top in doos 30kg van Mahlberg (D) naar Zaandam (NL) | 650 |
| Pakket 80x42x34cm / 31 kg van Arnemuiden naar Leeuwarden | 150 |
| Doos 90x70x70 cm / 30kg van Stellendam (NL) naar Helsingborg (Zweden) | 950 |
| 2 grote dozen van 23 en 10 kg van Zeeland naar Limburg | 200 |
| Zakluifel voor caravan van 4 meter lang en 10 cm breed, 9 kg van Zeeland naar Nieuwegein. | 140 |
| Pakket 50 kg / 2 meter lengte van Haaksbergen naar Almere | 200 |
| Verzenden stalen deur met glas 80 kg, in doos | 100 |
| pakket 600 kilo vervoer van schovelbak | 419 |
| Groot pakket van Someren naar Smilde | 288 |
| Pakket van 3 meter lang en 35 kg van Sloten naar Frankrijk | 1600 |
| Pakket hout van Nederweert naar Ouderkerk (afm.400x125x100cm Gewicht 950 kg) | 360 |
| Groot pakket Homary terug naar Frankrijk | 1000 |
Transporting extra-large package - points of interest
When transporting an extra-heavy or large package, you need to think about the following things:
- Can the package go with one of the major parcel carriers or not? With PostNL, for example, the weight limit is 30 kg and the maximum dimensions are 176 x 78 x 58 cm. Above that you have to look at alternative transport options pretty quickly. We are happy to help you with that.
- Permits for heavy parcel. To transport a load over 500 kg, your parcel carrier needs a so-called Euro Permit. If the large parcel crosses the border, the driver needs additional papers on top of that.
- Insurance. If the large package represents great value, we recommend purchasing appropriate transportation insurance.
- Packaging and protection. Make sure you have the proper stickers on the package. Consider a "Fragile" sticker if the items are fragile. Furthermore, a "This side up" sticker is always useful (preferably several). Not only is this recommended if the package should really only be on one side. Even if it is not, we find in practice that carriers are much more careful with the package with such stickers on the box.
- Agreements on paper. Make sure the agreements with the transporter are well written down. The auto transporter will usually have a contract and conditions that you will need to sign. We advise you to work with a car transporter that uses the AVC/CMR conditions.
Dimensions and rates standard packages
The large parcel services mainly carry smaller packages with standard sizes. Incidentally, these services also offer options for extra-large or heavy packages, but sometimes this is only available to business users. Moreover, with these services, a package goes through several hands and terminals before it arrives at its destination. Sometimes it is just more pleasant if the package is taken directly from A to B.
To find out if your package can't just go with one of the major parcel carriers, below are the maximum dimensions they use.
| Postvervoerder | Maximale afmetingen | Maximaal gewicht |
|---|---|---|
| PostNL | 176x78x58 cm | 30 kg |
| DHL | 80x60x50 cm | 23 kg |
| DPD | lengte + 2 x breedte + 2 x hoogte = max. 3 meter | 20 kg |
| UPS | Lengte + omtrek van pakketten maximaal 400 cm. Max. 274 cm lang | 70 kg |
Rates of major parcel services
For individuals, package shipping rates are easy to look up. For business customers, rates are usually on a quote basis. Below we have listed the rates of the major parcel services.
PostNL is the largest parcel delivery company in the Netherlands. From huge webshops to individuals buying something on Marktplaats, use this parcel giant. See below the rates for parcel shipping within the Netherlands and internationally with PostNL.
Rates PostNL Parcels within the Netherlands
Package to foreign countries with PostNL
Package or Pallet?
Pallets are used to transport large loads in a standard way. However, even with individual extra-heavy items, a pallet is sometimes more convenient than a loose parcel. Please note that with the major parcel carriers, pallet transport is only available for business customers.
Among other things, a pallet can be lifted by a forklift, saving you and the transport company from having to drag the heavy package around. A heavy package can stand loose on this pallet, but in many cases it is attached to the pallet to prevent it from falling over. A pallet has the added advantage that the objects on it remain upright on the pallet and, in principle, do not need to be touched by a courier or warehouse employee. This is very practical when, for example, you want to transport lead-acid batteries that are very heavy and should not end up on their side. Furthermore, one pallet shipment is not stacked on top of the other, so the chance of damage is a lot smaller than in a loose box.
The pallet is somewhat less suitable for very long or large shipments. What can be done in such cases is to attach several pallets together. In practice this can be quite expensive and also inconvenient at the terminal where the shipment is processed. This sometimes leads to delays. In such a case it may be worthwhile to look into direct transport with a courier or transport company.
Finally, the pallet must fit into the courier's van. In theory, you can push a pallet with a light load into a van with a couple of men. When it comes to a really heavy load, a box truck with a tailgate is really recommended. This way you can be sure that your shipment will also be delivered safely to the delivery point.
What does a heavy package on a pallet cost?
| Palletvervoer | Kosten (€) |
|---|---|
| Pallet Autodeuren van Lisse naar Stourbridge UK | 2500 |
| Palet ophalen met auto Interieur binnen Nederland | 180 |
| 4 pallets van Zelhem naar Standdaarbuiten | 165 |
| Pallet met tuinmeubelset 64kg van Krakow (Polen) naar Den Haag | 950 |
| Pallet met vaatwasser van Roosendaal NB naar Nijmegen | 260 |
| Palletje met warmtewisselaar van Raamsdonksveer naar Dronten | 162 |
Average rates by type of vehicle
To get a rough idea of the cost of a package with different dimensions, you can also look at mileage and hourly rates of courier services. Below we have listed the average rates for each type of vehicle. The final cost depends on several factors. Therefore, it is best to ask for multiple quotes.
| Afbeelding | Wagen | Laadvermogen | Laadgrootte (L x B x H in cm) | Aantal pallets (ruimte) | Kilometerprijs | Minimum uurtarief |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bestelwagen (Combo) | 500 kg. | 140 x 120 x 100 | 1 | € 0,50 | € 30.00 |
 | Bestelbus (klein) | 725 kg. | 170 x 120 x 115 | 1 | € 0.55 | € 30.00 |
 | Bestelbus (Medium) | 900 kg. | 180 x 120 x 118 | 2 | € 0.58 | € 35.00 |
 | Bestelbus (Groot) | 1025 kg. | 290 x 120 x 145 | 3 | € 0.62 | € 35.00 |
 | Bestelbus (Extra groot) | 1400 kg. | 360 x 120 x 183 | 4 | € 0.70 | € 35.00 |
 | Bakwagen | 800 kg. | 420 x 210 x 200 | 8 | € 0.90 | € 40.00 |
 | Vrachtwagen | 6000 kg. | 720 x 245 x 236 | 16 | € 1.15 | € 50.00 |
Sending heavy package abroad
International transportation of an outsized package requires additional paperwork from the courier service in some cases:
- Even more than in the Netherlands, you need a transport company with the right permits. Transportation of objects within the EUR in many cases requires at least a Euro permit with a CEMT certificate.
- When a valuable cargo is involved, you would prefer a party that will hold the cargo from start to finish. Internationally, there is a chance that the valuable item will pass through several hands. This brings additional risk of damage. Try to avoid this as much as possible.
- Get insurance that provides ample coverage.
- Be sure to pack extremely well. A specialized shipping company will know what to do. Always double check and take pictures of the condition of the shipment at the time of shipment. Make sure there is English text on box and stickers!
- Put the arrangements with the carrier on paper properly. Leave no ambiguity as to who is responsible for what.
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Courier services carrying large packages
Transportscanner has an extensive network of companies that can take your extra large or heavy package. In many cases a good van will suffice, but for larger volumes we also have several companies with heavier equipment at our disposal. If DHL, PostNL, DPD or GLS can't take your package, these companies can!
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