What is a collective noun for crate?

There isn't a widely accepted collective noun for "crate."

Here are some options depending on the context:

General:

* Stack of crates

* Pile of crates

* Load of crates

* Shipment of crates

Specific:

* Nest of crates (if they are stacked or arranged closely)

* Battery of crates (if they are arranged in a row)

* Set of crates (if they are a specific group or collection)

Ultimately, the best collective noun depends on the specific context and how the crates are arranged or used.