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Chicken Transport Crates — Broiler Live Haul Specifications

Everything a commercial broiler integrator needs to know about specifying PP chicken transport crates.

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Broiler Live Haul Crate Specifications

SpecStandard BroilerHeavy Broiler
Live weight4–6 lbs7–10 lbs
Birds/crate6–104–6
Crate size600×400×280mm700×500×320mm
Vent %20–25%20–25%
Stack height4–6 loaded4 loaded

Standard broiler crates at 600×400×280mm are the most common size in US commercial live haul operations. They handle 4–6 lb birds at 6–10 per crate with adequate airflow for all-season transport. Heavy broiler configurations add wall area and reduce birds per crate to maintain welfare specifications under the greater per-bird weight.

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Stack Height on Transport Vehicles

4–6 stack height loaded is standard for commercial live haul. The stacking locators on Elipacko poultry crates engage the rim of the unit below, preventing lateral shift on the truck. Exact safe stack height depends on vehicle suspension and bird weight — higher stack = more total load on bottom crate.

APHIS biosecurity: Sanitize poultry crates at the processing plant before returning to farm. Plant-side wash prevents cross-contamination in the reverse direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size crate for standard broilers?

600×400×280mm for 4–6 lb birds at 6–10 per crate. Standard size for most US commercial integrators.

What vent % for summer transport?

25–35% for maximum airflow in hot-weather live haul. Standard crates are 20–25% — add custom high-vent pattern for summer season.

How are PP chicken crates sanitized?

Hot pressure wash (140–160°F) with approved disinfectant (QAC or PAA), final rinse, air dry. PP achieves full avian pathogen log-reduction with this protocol.

Do chicken transport crates need ISPM-15?

No. PP corrugated is exempt from ISPM-15.

What is the MOQ?

One 40HQ container from Elipacko.

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