How Big is a Wheelie Bin?

All wheelie bin sizes are based on litres. This gives an idea of their capacity for waste storage, but the height, width, and depth of wheelie bins also vary. Wheelie bin weights are also different based on their size and material, with most wheelie bins made of polyethylene – a type of plastic.

To give a realistic idea of the capacity of each wheelie bin we provide an estimate of the maximum number of full waste bags you can fit into them. These are based on standard 65 litre bin bags. If you use larger or smaller bin bags then how many you can fit in may be different.

A 120 litre wheelie bin is the smallest size of wheelie bin available. 120 litre wheelie bin dimensions are 0.9m (height) x 0.5m (width) x 0.5m (depth). They have a capacity to hold up to 120 litres, which works out at a maximum of two to three full waste bags.

A 360 litre wheelie bin is the biggest two-wheel bin available for use at your business or home. 360 litre wheelie bin dimensions are 1.1m (height) x 0.6m (width) x 0.9m (depth). Their capacity is a maximum of 360 litres, and they can hold up to six full waste bags.

A 1100 litre wheelie bin is the largest available wheelie bin that has four wheels. 1100 litre wheelie bin dimensions are 1.4m (height) x 1.0m (width) x 1.3m (depth). They have a large capacity of 1100 litres, which means they’re capable of holding up to 18 full waste bags.

Wheelie bin weight limits depend on the size and capacity of a wheelie bin, as well as the waste type. All wheelie bins have a general maximum weight limit but there are ones in place for specific kinds of waste. Compliance with these is vital to avoid any overweight charges.

Overflowing bins can be too heavy to remove, which may lead to a missed waste collection. Understanding wheelie bin weight limits and having an efficient waste management plan helps avoid such issues. Use this wheelie bin weight limit chart to see the maximum allowances for common waste types depending on different sizes of wheelie bins.

At Business Waste we provide free wheelie bins of any size to companies across the UK. There are no rental or delivery fees or any hidden charges – you only pay the collection costs for each wheelie bin. These vary depending on the number and sizes of wheelie bins, waste types, collection frequency, and your location.

Wheelie bin collections are available on a daily, weekly, or fortnightly basis to suit the amount of waste you produce. Combine the best wheelie bin sizes for each type of waste you create with a collection schedule that offers cost-effective waste management. Use different sizes and numbers of bins suited to your needs.