Volumetric Weight Calculator

Couriers bill bulky-but-light packages on volumetric (dimensional) weight rather than actual weight, since they take up more space in a shipment. This calculator finds whichever is higher xe2x80x94 the number your courier will actually bill.

How this calculation works

Chargeable weight is then the greater of volumetric weight and actual weight.

How to use this calculator

• Measure the outer packed dimensions, not the product alone.
• Confirm your courier’s divisor xe2x80x94 5000 is common, but some use 4000 or 6000.
• Use the chargeable weight result in the Courier Cost calculator.

Notes

Rates and fees you enter above are yours to update xe2x80x94 we never hard-code commission or courier rates because they change.