Dimensional weight calculator

Work out billable shipping weight from box size and a carrier divisor.

Example divisor

Examples only. Check the divisor on your carrier's current guide.

Box unit

Centimetres use kilograms. Inches use pounds. The page does not convert between them.

cm

The box length in the unit you chose.

cm

The box width.

cm

The box height.

kg

What the parcel weighs.

divisor

Type the carrier's divisor, or start from an example and change it.

Result

Dimensional weight calculator

Example divisor
Example: 5000 for centimetres and kilograms
Box unit
Centimetres and kilograms
Divisor (required)
5000 divisor

Billable weight

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Enter the box size, the actual weight, and a divisor.

Preset divisors are examples. Verify the divisor with the carrier.

Estimate for planning only. This is not tax, legal, accounting or financial advice. Results depend on the figures you enter. Check all numbers, rates and rules with the official source or a qualified professional before relying on them.

How this works and common questions

About this tool

Dimensional weight is length times width times height, divided by the divisor you type. Billable weight is the higher of that figure and the actual weight. Preset divisors are examples. Verify the divisor with the carrier.

How it works

Multiply length, width, and height, then divide by the divisor you type. Compare that dimensional weight with the actual weight. The billable weight is the higher one.

Rules

Half up to 2 decimal places. The 5000, 6000, 139, and 166 choices are labelled examples. Verify the divisor with the carrier before you ship.

Questions

Are 139 and 5000 the right divisors?

They are common examples only. Your carrier's guide is the one that applies to your shipment.

Does this convert inches to centimetres?

No. Pick one unit system and type every side in that system.

What if the box is lighter than the dimensional weight?

The billable weight is the dimensional weight.

Do I need an account?

No. The tools work without one. You only need to sign in to save your work.

Is what I type saved?

No. Nothing is saved unless you sign in and choose Save. Otherwise it stays on the page.

Do you show ads or sell my information?

No. We show no ads and we do not sell your information.

Is this tax or legal advice?

No. Results are estimates for planning. Check rates and rules with the official source or a qualified professional.

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Estimate for planning only. This is not tax, legal, accounting or financial advice. Results depend on the figures you enter. Check all numbers, rates and rules with the official source or a qualified professional before relying on them.