3D Cargo Planner - Trailer Optimization | Transport Nomad
Made for European carriers

The 3D load planner for road freight.

Lay out every trailer to the centimeter. Balance axle loads in real time, fit standard and custom cargo, and share loading plans your whole crew can use.

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3D trailer layout

Drag, rotate, and fit every centimeter. See the load before it leaves the dock.

Real-time axle balance

Color-coded weight per axle, recalculated as you move cargo, so you stay within legal limits.

Standard & custom cargo

EUR pallets, IBC, GitterBox, and steel coils, or your own units with their dimensions and stacking rules.

Shareable load plans

Multi-page PDF plans with 3D views, axle loads, and per-group breakdowns for drivers, loaders, and customers.

Features

The tools that make Load Planner 3D the most efficient cargo planning platform

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Fast 3D Planner

Responsive 3D visualization that loads instantly and calculates optimal cargo placement in seconds.

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Axle Weight Calculation

Real-time axle load distribution with visual indicators. See exactly how your cargo affects each axle and stay within legal limits.

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Predefined Trailer Spaces

Choose from standard, MEGA, Frigo, containers (20'/40'/40'HC), SOLO, JUMBO, and Coilmulde trailers with accurate dimensions.

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Your Custom Dimensions

Create custom cargo spaces from 0.5m to 20m in length, for unusual vehicles or special planning needs.

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Predefined Cargo Units

Quick access to EUR/Industrial/UK pallets, GitterBox, IBC, Rolls, and Steel Coils with standard dimensions.

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Your Custom Cargo Units

Define your own cargo units with custom dimensions, weight, stacking limits, and loading/unloading methods.

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Steel-coil support

Specialized support for steel coils with Coilmulde trailers featuring groove visualization and X-axis movement restriction.

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Horizontal & Vertical Rolls

Handle cylindrical cargo in both orientations with proper weight distribution and stacking calculations.

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Detailed statistics

Track space utilization, weight distribution, cargo count, and get warnings for overloaded axles or units placed outside.

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PDF Export

Generate multi-page PDF reports with 3D views, vehicle specs, axle loads, and individual group breakdowns.

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Save & Load Configurations

Save your cargo plans to browser memory or download as files. Quick-save feature with automatic naming.

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Route Planning Included

Load Planner 3D comes with full access to our advanced route planning and cost analysis tools. Two tools, one price: plan your cargo and optimize your routes.

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Fast 3D Load Planning

Our 3D engine is optimized for speed, so even complex cargo arrangements appear instantly. Add, move, rotate, and arrange cargo units in real time.

  • Instant 3D visualization right in your browser
  • Advanced bin packing algorithm for optimal placement
  • Smooth, responsive interface even with 100+ cargo units

Real-time Axle Load Distribution

See how your cargo affects each axle in real-time with color-coded indicators. Our advanced physics calculations ensure you stay within legal weight limits for front, drive, and trailer axles.

  • Real-time weight calculations using force moments method
  • Color indicators: green (safe), yellow (warning), red (overload)
  • Support for SOLO, JUMBO, and standard trailer configurations

Wide Range of Vehicle Types

Choose from predefined vehicle types with accurate dimensions based on industry standards, from standard trailers to Coilmulde configurations.

  • Standard and MEGA trailers (13.62m × 2.48m, heights 2.7m/3.0m)
  • Shipping containers: 20', 40', and 40'HC
  • SOLO trucks, JUMBO configurations, and Coilmulde trailers
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Flexible Custom Cargo Spaces

Need something different? Create pure cargo spaces with custom dimensions for unique vehicles or specialized planning scenarios. No truck visualization, just the space you need.

  • Length: 0.5m to 20m with 5cm precision
  • Width: 0.5m to 3m, Height: 0.5m to 4m
  • Clean visualization with grid lines, dimensions saved to browser
Custom cargo space configuration

Industry-Standard Cargo Units

Quick access to commonly used cargo units with predefined dimensions and properties. From EUR pallets to IBC containers and steel coils, all standard units are ready to use.

  • EUR, Industrial, and UK pallets with standard dimensions
  • GitterBox and IBC containers for specialized cargo
  • Cylindrical units (Rolls) and Steel Coils for heavy industry
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Create Your Own Cargo Units

Need specific cargo dimensions? Define custom cargo units with your own dimensions, weight, stacking rules, and loading methods for non-standard cargo or specialized operations.

  • Custom dimensions: length, width, height with precision controls
  • Define max stacking floors and weight limits per unit
  • Set loading/unloading methods: back, side, or top
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Specialized Steel Coil Handling

Transporting steel coils? Use Coilmulde trailers with specialized groove visualization. Steel coils are restricted to X-axis movement along the groove for realistic and safe load planning.

  • Coilmulde groove: 1.25m width, 0.3m depth, 8.59m length
  • Fixed 1.8m diameter steel coils with cylindrical geometry
  • Movement restricted to groove (X-axis only), no rotation
Steel coil loading visualization

Horizontal & Vertical Roll Handling

Transport cylindrical cargo like paper rolls, textile rolls, or cable reels in any orientation. System handles both vertical and horizontal placement with proper weight distribution and stacking validation.

  • Two orientations: vertical (standing) and horizontal (lying)
  • Proper cylindrical geometry rendering with diameter tracking
  • Full stacking support with stacking limits and weight validation
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Detailed Load Statistics

Real-time statistics for your load plan. Track space utilization, weight distribution, and cargo count, and get warnings for overloaded axles or units that don't fit.

  • Real-time space utilization percentage and volume metrics
  • Total weight tracking with per-axle breakdown
  • Cargo count with warnings for overloaded axles or units outside
Detailed load statistics view

PDF Reports

Generate multi-page PDF reports with 3D snapshots, vehicle specifications, axle load visualizations, and detailed group breakdowns for documentation and customer presentations.

  • Multi-page layout: perspective view, top view, vehicle specs with axle loads
  • Individual group pages with focused visualization and annotations
  • High-resolution 3D images on A4 landscape pages
PDF load plan report

Save & Load Your Work

Save configurations to browser memory or download them as .transportnomad files. Quick-save names each plan for you.

  • Browser memory keeps your 50 most recent saved plans
  • Download as .transportnomad files for backup or sharing
  • Quick-save with auto-generated names or custom naming
Saving load configuration

Two Tools, One Price

Load Planner 3D subscription includes full access to our advanced route planning and cost analysis platform. Plan your cargo loads and optimize transport routes in one place.

  • Fast route planning with instant cost calculations
  • Real-time fuel prices and cost optimization
  • Complete transport workflow in one platform
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Simple, Transparent Pricing

One flat fee, all features included, no hidden costs

Both Tools Included

Complete Platform Access

34,90€/user/month
  • Load Planner 3D: full access to all features
  • Maps and route planning: full access to all features
  • Team management
  • No long-term commitment
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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about TransportNomad

How does Load Planner 3D work?

Load Planner 3D runs entirely in your browser with 3D visualization and an advanced bin packing algorithm that optimizes cargo placement. Select your vehicle type and add cargo units, and the system arranges them automatically while calculating axle loads in real time. You can then drag, rotate, and adjust every item in the 3D view.

What vehicle types are supported?

Load Planner 3D supports a wide range of vehicles: Standard and MEGA trailers, Frigo (refrigerated), shipping containers (20'/40'/40'HC), SOLO trucks, JUMBO configurations, and Coilmulde trailers for steel coils. You can also create custom cargo spaces with dimensions from 0.5m to 20m in length for specialized needs.

Can I use my own cargo dimensions?

Yes. Besides predefined units like EUR pallets, GitterBox, and IBC containers, you can create custom cargo units with your own dimensions, weight, stacking limits, and loading and unloading methods, so you can plan loads for any cargo you carry.

How accurate are the axle load calculations?

Our axle load calculations are based on empty vehicle weights provided by the user and use precise physics-based force moments method. The system calculates weight distribution in real-time as you add or move cargo, showing color-coded indicators (green for safe, yellow for warning, red for overload) to ensure you stay within legal weight limits for each axle.

Is route planning included in the subscription?

Yes. Your Load Planner 3D subscription includes full access to our route planning and cost analysis platform. You get both tools for one price: plan your cargo loads in 3D and optimize transport routes with real-time fuel prices and cost calculations.

Can I save and export my cargo plans?

Yes. You can save plans to browser memory (the 50 most recent are kept) or download them as .transportnomad files for backup and sharing. The system also generates multi-page PDF reports with 3D views, vehicle specs, axle load visualizations, and detailed group breakdowns for documentation and customer presentations.

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