Use final packing data
Enter the external packed dimensions supplied by the factory or measured at the warehouse.
Freight volume calculator
CBM Calculator for Freight Shipping
Calculate packed shipment volume for cartons, pallets or crates, total gross weight and the planning values you need before requesting a freight quote.
Cartons · Pallets · Crates
cm · m · mm · in
CBM · Weight · W/M
Interactive calculator
Enter your packed cargo details
Add one row for each carton, pallet or crate size. Weight is optional for CBM, but useful for the LCL W/M planning comparison.
Interactive freight tool
CBM & Freight Volume Calculator
CBM formula
L × W × H × Qty
General CBM:
volume is calculated independently of transport mode. Gross weight is optional for CBM itself, but it is required if you want a useful LCL W/M comparison.
| Package | Length | Width | Height | Qty | Weight / package (optional) | CBM | Remove row |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.000 |
Shipment result
Packed cargo volume & weight
Total volume
0.000 CBM
General packed shipment volume
Total gross weight
0.0 kg
0.000 metric tons
Total pieces
0
Across all package rows
Sea freight planning
LCL W/M comparison
For LCL planning, shipment volume in CBM is commonly compared with gross weight in metric tons. The higher value may be used as the W/M rating basis, subject to the actual tariff, minimums and consolidator rules.
Planning W/M value
— W/M
Enter gross weight to compare volume and weight
Volume basis0.000 CBM
VS
Weight basis0.000 MT
LCL / FCL review
Enter cargo data to see a sea-freight planning note
CBM is only one input. Final LCL/FCL selection also depends on weight, density, package dimensions, handling, route pricing and destination charges.
Planning note: CBM is a volume calculation, not a freight quote. LCL W/M and container references are planning aids only; actual chargeable rules, minimums, loading limits, equipment suitability and fees vary by service, route and provider.
Keep different sizes separate
Mixed carton sizes should be calculated in separate rows rather than averaged together.
Use results for planning
CBM helps prepare a quote, but actual freight charges still depend on route, cargo and service conditions.
What the tool returns
One calculator, the shipment figures you need first
The calculator keeps general shipment volume separate from sea-freight planning so the result remains useful across different freight modes.
Packed volume
Total CBM
Total cubic metres across all package rows and quantities.
Optional weight input
Total Gross Weight
Combined package weight in kilograms and metric tons when entered.
Sea freight planning
LCL W/M Comparison
Compares CBM with metric-ton weight as a planning reference for LCL.
Continue planning
Use the right guide for the next freight question
The calculator owns the interactive tool intent. The guides below handle the deeper instructional, container and pricing questions.
Ready for a shipment-specific price?
Send the final cargo dimensions with your route details.
Once the packed dimensions, gross weight, pickup location and Canadian destination are available, use them to request a freight quote for the actual shipment.