Volumetric Weight Calculator
Use centimeters and kilograms to estimate volumetric weight for courier, air freight and international shipping scenarios.
Divisors auto-fill from tracked public carrier rules and can be overwritten. Common courier volumetric divisor for cm/kg calculations. Confirm against the local DHL tariff.
Dimensional weight0.39 kg
Actual weight8.00 kg
Billable weight8.00 kg
Formula: L x W x H in cm / divisor
Your calculation: 16 x 12 x 10 / 5000 = 0.39 kg.
Your calculation: 16 x 12 x 10 / 5000 = 0.39 kg.
Frequently asked
Is volumetric weight the same as dimensional weight?
They refer to the same idea: charging for package space, not just scale weight. Volumetric weight is more common in international courier and air freight wording.
Which units should I use?
For many international examples, use centimeters and kilograms with a divisor such as 5000. Confirm the exact divisor with your carrier or forwarder.
Data & sources
Data shown here is based on public carrier sources tracked by ShipCalc. Carrier rules, service commitments and negotiated rates can change. Review the data sources and confirm with the carrier before quoting.