Loading Ramp Length Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the loading ramp length is:

\[ LRL = \frac{R}{S} \]

Where:

LRL is the loading ramp length (inches)
R is the total rise (inches)
S is the slope

What is Loading Ramp Length?

Loading ramp length is the length of the ramp needed to cover a certain rise at a given slope. It is an important parameter in designing ramps for accessibility and loading purposes.

Example Calculation

Example 1:

Total Rise (R): 24 inches
Slope (S): 0.5

Step 1: Calculate the loading ramp length:

\[ LRL = \frac{24}{0.5} = 48 \text{ inches} \]

Example 2:

Total Rise (R): 36 inches
Slope (S): 0.75

Step 1: Calculate the loading ramp length:

\[ LRL = \frac{36}{0.75} = 48 \text{ inches} \]