Short answer: Buying net wrap by the pallet makes sense when you can use or split 8+ rolls per season, have dry indoor storage, and can unload LTL freight. XES pallets hold 16 or 20 rolls, save 10-14% per roll versus singles, and ship with free freight to the continental US for qualifying farm or commercial addresses.
If you bale at any real scale — a custom operator running multiple machines, a co-op buying for a dozen members, or a single farm putting up 8,000 bales a year — buying net wrap one roll at a time leaves real money on the table. This guide walks you through how a net wrap pallet ships, what you save, where the break-even point sits, and how to time the order so the pallet lands on your yard before the swather hits the field.
What to confirm before buying a net wrap pallet
Start by confirming the exact width, roll length, pallet count, delivered price, storage plan, and unload method. XES pallet options currently look like this:
| Width | Roll length | Rolls per pallet | Pallet price | Per-roll price | Single-roll price | Savings/roll |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48″ | 9,840 ft | 16 | $3,456 | $216.00 | $239.99 | $23.99 (10%) |
| 48″ | 9,840 ft | 20 | $4,320 | $216.00 | $239.99 | $23.99 (10%) |
| 51″ | 9,840 ft | 16 | $3,600 | $225.00 | $249.99 | $24.99 (10%) |
| 51″ | 9,840 ft | 20 | $4,500 | $225.00 | $249.99 | $24.99 (10%) |
| 64″ | 7,000 ft | 16 | $3,312 | $207.00 | $239.99 | $32.99 (14%) |
| 64″ | 7,000 ft | 20 | $4,140 | $207.00 | $239.99 | $32.99 (14%) |
| 67″ | 7,000 ft | 16 | $3,456 | $216.00 | $249.99 | $33.99 (14%) |
| 67″ | 7,000 ft | 20 | $4,320 | $216.00 | $249.99 | $33.99 (14%) |
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How much net wrap is on one pallet?
One full pallet of 48″ × 9,840 ft rolls contains 157,440 ft (29.8 miles) of net wrap at the 16-roll size, or 196,800 ft (37.3 miles) at the 20-roll size. In bales, that's roughly:
- 48″ / 51″ (9,840 ft rolls): ~615 bales per roll at 4 wraps each → 9,840 bales per 16-pack pallet, 12,300 bales per 20-pack pallet.
- 64″ / 67″ (7,000 ft rolls): ~437 bales per roll at 4 wraps each → 6,990 bales per 16-pack pallet, 8,740 bales per 20-pack pallet.
For most North American hay operations that's one to two seasons of wrap on a single pallet.
When does buying a pallet of net wrap make sense?
Buying a full pallet pays off on three different math problems:
1. You're already burning through 8+ rolls a year
An 800-bale-per-year operation (typical 250-acre hay farm at 3 cuttings) burns through roughly 1.5 rolls per year on a 4-ft baler. A 5,000-bale custom operation burns 8–10 rolls. Once you're routinely ordering 8 or more rolls in a season, the math tips firmly in favor of a pallet: same product, one shipment, ~$200 saved.
2. You can absorb 12 months of inventory
Storage matters as much as the pallet price. Keep rolls dry, indoors, away from direct sunlight, and off bare ground. For in-field exposure after baling, use the supplier's stated UV rating as the planning limit; XES wrap is rated for 12 months of UV stability under normal use.
3. You're a co-op, custom operator, or multi-farm buyer
Five neighbors pooling an order, a county-level co-op buying for members, or a custom-baling business prepping for the season can benefit twice: once on the per-roll discount, once on the freight and handling plan. The order works best when one farm or shop can receive the pallet and members pick up their share quickly.
How net wrap pallets ship
XES pallet orders ship by standard LTL freight, with free delivery to qualifying farm or commercial addresses in the continental US. A few logistics realities to plan around:
- Pallet footprint: Roughly 48″ × 40″ × 56″ tall. Fits a standard pickup bed lengthwise; a flat-deck truck or skid-steer pickup is easier.
- Unload equipment: Plan for a forklift, tractor with forks, pallet jack, or lift-gate delivery. Confirm handling needs before the pallet leaves the warehouse.
- Delivery type: Commercial address (farm, dealer, co-op) is free. Residential or limited-access surcharges may apply — ask before checkout if you're not sure.
- Lift gate: If you don't have a forklift, request a lift-gate truck at order time. There's typically a $50–$85 charge from the carrier; we'll flag it before the pallet ships.
- Lead time: Pallets typically ship within 1–3 business days of order placement and arrive 3–7 business days later depending on your zone.
Pallet vs. single roll: a side-by-side
| Factor | Single roll | Pallet (16 or 20) |
|---|---|---|
| Per-roll price (48″) | $239.99 | $216.00 |
| Shipping | Free (FedEx ground) | Free (LTL freight) |
| Lead time | 2–5 days | 4–10 days |
| Unload | By hand | Forklift / tractor / lift gate |
| Best for | 1–7 rolls per year, urgent re-orders | 8+ rolls per year, planned buys |
| UV-stable shelf life | 12 months | 12 months (same product) |
How to order an XES net wrap pallet
- Confirm your size. If you're not 100% sure what width fits your baler, use the free Bale Net Wrap Size Finder first. Most 4-ft balers take 48″ or 51″; most 5-ft balers take 64″ or 67″.
- Pick the pallet size. 16 rolls or 20 rolls — both ship at the same per-roll price; pick what fits your season's bale count.
- Add it to cart. Visit the pallet product page and select your variant. Freight is calculated automatically — free for qualifying commercial farm addresses in the continental US.
- Plan your unload. Have a forklift or tractor with forks ready; or request a lift-gate truck during checkout if you don't have heavy equipment.
- Store properly. Keep the pallet dry, out of direct sun, and off bare ground. A barn corner or covered shed is ideal.
Frequently asked questions
How many rolls of net wrap come on a pallet?
XES net wrap pallets ship in two configurations: 16 rolls or 20 rolls. Both yield the same per-roll price — the 20-roll pallet just gets you more wrap delivered per freight bill.
How much do I save buying net wrap by the pallet?
You save $24/roll on 48″ and 51″ widths (about 10%) and $33–$34/roll on 64″ and 67″ widths (about 14%). On a full 20-roll pallet that's $480–$680 saved versus buying the same rolls individually.
Does freight cost extra for a pallet?
No. Free LTL freight to qualifying farm or commercial addresses in the continental US is included on full-pallet orders. Residential, limited-access, or lift-gate surcharges may apply depending on your situation; those should be confirmed before the pallet ships.
What's the shelf life of XES net wrap on a stored pallet?
XES carries a 12-month UV-stability rating for normal field exposure after baling. Before and between cuttings, keep pallet inventory dry, shaded, and off bare ground. Most farms should plan to cycle a pallet within a single season or buying-group season.
Can a co-op or buying group order a single pallet to split between farms?
Yes — this is one of our most common pallet use cases. Order to one farm address, then have members pick up their share. You'll save on both per-roll cost and freight (one delivery vs. several).
Is the wrap on a pallet the same as the single rolls?
Yes. A pallet uses the same retail rolls as single-roll orders. Confirm the width, roll length, UV rating, and testing details for the SKU you plan to buy; the main difference is the freight and unload plan.
More buying guides for farms and co-ops
Related reading: Cheapest Net Wrap 2026, Best Bale Net Wrap, Net Wrap Sizes Guide, Net Wrap Per Bale (How Much Do You Need?), Covering Bales for Outdoor Storage.
Net Wrap Pallet Buying Checklist
- Correct width: Match each baler chamber before ordering volume. Mixed farms may need more than one width.
- Delivered cost per bale: Compare pallet price, roll length, expected wraps per bale, and any lift-gate or limited-access fees.
- Storage plan: Store rolls dry, shaded, and off bare ground so the pallet is still field-ready at second and third cutting.
- Unload plan: Decide who receives the pallet, what equipment unloads it, and where split-order members pick up rolls.
- Quality proof: Confirm third-party testing, UV rating, end-of-roll warning, and support if the wrap will not feed correctly in your baler.
- Trial path: If you have never run the brand before, test a single roll before committing a whole co-op or custom-baling season.
Compare current pallet options → or test with a single roll first →
Featured photo: stacked round bales used as a visual example of farm-scale bale inventory planning, by Gordon Dowie, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
