Van capacity worked example
Compact / small van Capacity for Moving House
MoveSize planning guide for a compact / small van: 3.4 m³ cargo volume, typical payload reference, practical margins and volume-only trip examples.
Practical single-load volume~3.1 m³
Planning volume3.4 m³
Practical volume3.1 m³
Typical payload~650 kg
Practical payload~585 kg
Space planning
MoveSize stores 3.4 m³ as the planning cargo volume for this class and uses a 10% loading margin, leaving about 3.1 m³ practical single-load volume.
Typical payload planning
The site uses about 650 kg as a typical payload reference, with a 10% margin giving roughly 585 kg. Actual vans vary by model, body and specification.
Example trip counts by volume
| Load volume | Single-load space use | Volume-only trips |
|---|---|---|
| 3 m³ | 98% | 1 |
| 5 m³ | 163% | 2 |
| 8 m³ | 261% | 3 |
| 10 m³ | 327% | 4 |
| 12 m³ | 392% | 4 |
| 15 m³ | 490% | 5 |
| 20 m³ | 654% | 7 |
| 25 m³ | 817% | 9 |
Related examples
Van classes are not standardised. Always confirm the exact hire vehicle's internal dimensions, plated payload and access before booking or loading.