Description
Cactus Sandbags Pallet – Pre-Filled, 3,000 lb, 4,000 UVI Rated, 1480D Polypropylene
When your team needs sandbags that can take a beating, hold up outdoors, and arrive ready to deploy—this is the pallet you want. Our Cactus Sandbags combine 1480 denier woven polypropylene with a 4,000 UVI rating to deliver industry-leading performance, durability, and longevity. Bags are machine-filled, sewn shut, and stacked on a pallet for fast deployment at construction zones, industrial sites, event venues, landfills, and municipal staging areas.
Key Features
2 Year Life (4,000 UVI)
Sewn Closure
Clean C-33 Sand
Super Duty PP Fabric
Packed in Bulk Bag on Pallet
Built Tough for Repeat Use
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Key Features
- Fill: Clean, screened C33-spec washed sand
- Fabric: 1480 denier woven polypropylene (3× thicker than standard poly bags)
- UV Life: 4,000 hours (rated for ~2 years of outdoor exposure)
- Size: ~12" x 18" x 3" @ 30 lb
- Closure: Sewn shut with heavy-duty 5-ply polyester thread
- Palletization: Stacked inside a bulk bag on a 40" × 48" wood pallet; shrink-wrapped
- Colors: Multiple fade-resistant options available
- Shipping: Free within the continental USA
Built to Take Abuse
Cactus is our strongest polypropylene sandbag line—engineered to withstand repeated vehicle traffic run-overs, 30-foot drops onto concrete, and extended sun, wind, and rain. Trusted by professionals who can’t afford bag failure in high-impact environments.
How to Order
- Select Color: Choose from four fade-resistant color options.
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Select Bag Weight / Pallet Count: Pre-Filled Pallets ship at ~3,000 lb:
Bag Weight Bags per Pallet Typical Filled Size 30 lb 100 bags ~12″ × 18″ × 3″ 40 lb 75 bags ~12″ × 18″ × 4″ 50 lb 60 bags ~12″ × 18″ × 5″ -
Select Delivery Method:
- Commercial with Forklift/Dock: Deliver to a commercial address with dock or forklift available. Pallets brought to truck tail or unstrapped for removal.
- Commercial with Liftgate: For sites without unloading equipment; driver lowers pallet(s) to ground. $186 per pallet applies.
- Non-Commercial / Residential Liftgate: Residential or remote deliveries require coordination. A delivery agreement must be signed prior to scheduling.
- Complete Checkout: Orders typically ship within 2 business days and generally deliver about 3-6 days later. Expedited freight isn’t available for pallets; contact us if you need a precise timeline (≤7 business days).
Best-Fit Applications
Barricade & Traffic Control
Cactus Sandbags® deliver durable ballast for Type I, II, and III barricades, portable sign bases, vertical panels, and delineators. Built to withstand rough handling and vehicle runovers, their heavy woven polypropylene fabric stands up to repeated deployment on demanding roadwork and construction projects.
Temporary Fence
Weight temporary fence feet and pedestrian barriers with reusable Cactus sandbags. Designed for repeated deployment, they help contractors and rental companies reduce replacement costs across projects. Choose orange, green, black, or white fade-resistant fabric to coordinate with construction sites, events, and rental equipment.
Flood Protection
Prepare homes, businesses, and municipal facilities for flooding with premium Cactus® sandbags. Their heavy woven fabric and 4,000-hour UV rating support at least two years of outdoor service. Use them to build temporary flood barriers that help divert water and reduce property damage.
Erosion Control & SWPPP
Build temporary check dams, weight straw wattles, and protect gutters and drainage inlets with Cactus sandbags®. Durable, UV-resistant woven polypropylene supports extended use in construction-site erosion and sediment controls, including best management practices specified in your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
Temporary Retaining Walls
Create temporary retaining walls that help contain soil, sediment, mud, and debris. Cactus® sandbags combine durable woven fabric with extended UV resistance for outdoor projects. Their flexible shape and textured surface support staggered stacking for temporary erosion control and jobsite containment.
Bunker & Revetment
Cactus® sandbags provide durable fill containment for temporary bunkers, revetments, and training installations. Their heavy woven polypropylene withstands repeated handling and outdoor exposure. Sandbag Store supplies military and government sandbags and supports federal purchasing with CAGE Code 7K1M2.
Specifications
Outer Shell
Cactus® Polypropylene Fabric
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Woven Polypropylene (WPP) | — |
| Fabric Weight | 79.8 gsm (2.35 oz/yd²) | ASTM D3776 |
| UV Resistance / Outdoor Life | 4,000 hr / 2 Years* | ASTM G155* |
| Weave | 12 × 12 Woven | Manufacturer Spec |
| Fiber Content | 100% Polypropylene | AATCC 20 |
| Yarn Size | 1480 Denier Warp / 1480 Denier Fill | ASTM D1907 |
| Colorfastness to UV | Grade 4 Minimum | AATCC TM16 |
| Flame Retardant | No | ASTM D6413 |
| Water Flow Rate | High Permeability | ASTM D4491 |
Fill Options
Class 4S C-33 Masonry Sand (Optional)
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Natural Silica Sand | ASTM C33 |
| Classification | Fine Aggregate – Class 4S | ASTM C33 |
| Color | Tan / Natural | — |
| Density (Unit Weight) | 116.5 lb/ft³ | ASTM C29 |
| Material Hardness | Quartz Based (Mohs ~7) | Mineral Hardness Scale |
| Bulk Specific Gravity (SSD) | 2.751 | ASTM C128 |
| Bulk Specific Gravity (Dry) | 2.718 | ASTM C128 |
| Apparant Specific Gravity | 2.81 | ASTM C128 |
| Absorption | 0.012 | ASTM C128 |
| Sand Equivalent | 96 | ASTM D2419 |
| Fineness Modulus | 3.09 | ASTM C136 |
| Voids in Aggregate | 0.312 | ASTM C29 |
| Weed-Free Status | NAISMA Certified Weed-Free Source | NV Dept of Agriculture |
| Organic Impurities | <3 Max | ASTM C40 |
| Clay Lumps & Friable Particles | 0.001 | ASTM C142 |
| Sieve Size | Percent Passing | ASTM C33 Limits |
| 3/8" | 1 | 1 |
| #4 | 1 | 95-100% |
| #8 | 0.82 | 80-100% |
| #16 | 0.54 | 50-85% |
| #30 | 0.32 | 25-60% |
| #50 | 0.17 | 5-30% |
| #100 | 0.07 | 0-10% |
| #200 | 0.033 | 0-5% |
Chip Rock (#7 Coarse Aggregate) (Optional)
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Crushed Stone Aggregate | ASTM C33 |
| Classification | #7 Coarse Aggregate | ASTM C33 |
| Color | Natural Gray / Tan | — |
| Density (Unit Weight) | 101.8 lb/ft³ | ASTM C29 |
| Material Hardness | Quartz Based (Mohs ~7) | Mineral Hardness Scale |
| Bulk Specific Gravity (SSD) | 2.781 | ASTM C127 |
| Bulk Specific Gravity (Dry) | 2.768 | ASTM C127 |
| Apparant Specific Gravity | 2.805 | ASTM C127 |
| Absorption | 0.005 | ASTM C127 |
| Voids in Aggregate | 0.41 | ASTM C29 |
| Fractured Faces (1 Face) | 1.0 | ASTM D5821 |
| Fractured Faces (2 Faces) | 1.0 | ASTM D5821 |
| LA Abrasion Loss (500 Rev) | 0.21 | ASTM C131 |
| Cleanliness Value (CV) | 94.0 | Nevada Test 228 |
| Sieve Size | Percent Passing | — |
| 1" | 1.0 | — |
| 3/4" | 1.0 | — |
| 1/2" | 0.98 | — |
| 3/8" | 0.61 | — |
| #4 | 0.02 | — |
| #8 | 0.01 | — |
| #16 | 0.01 | — |
| #30 | 0.01 | — |
| #50 | 0.01 | — |
| #100 | 0.01 | — |
| #200 | 0.005 | — |
Washed Gravel (#9 1/2" Nominal Size) (Optional)
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Crushed Washed Gravel | ASTM C33 / ASTM D448 |
| Classification | ASTM No. 9 Aggregate | ASTM D448 |
| Color | Natural Gray / Tan | — |
| Nominal Size | 1/2 in. | — |
| Shape | Angular to Sub-Angular | — |
| Surface Condition | Washed | — |
| Weed-Free Status | NAISMA Certified Weed-Free Source | NV Dept of Agriculture |
| Organic Content | Negligible | — |
| Combustibility | Non-Combustible | — |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble | — |
| UV Stability | Permanent Mineral Material | — |
| Shelf Life | Unlimited | — |
| Sieve Size | Percent Passing | — |
| 3/8" (9.5 mm) | 1 | — |
| #4 (4.75 mm) | 0.87 | — |
| #8 (2.36 mm) | 0.34 | — |
| #16 (1.18 mm) | 0.07 | — |
| #30 (600 µm) | 0.02 | — |
| #40 (425 µm) | 0.01 | — |
| #50 (300 µm) | 0.01 | — |
| #100 (150 µm) | 0.01 | — |
| #200 (75 µm) | 0.01 | — |
