Volumetric Weight Calculator
Volumetric weight and dimensional weight describe the same basic concept: a pricing weight based on how much space a shipment occupies rather than only what it weighs on a scale.
Volumetric weight in centimeters and kilograms
A common metric calculation is length × width × height in centimeters divided by 5000. A 50 × 40 × 30 cm parcel has 60,000 cm³ of volume, so its volumetric weight at factor 5000 is 12 kg.
If that parcel weighs 7 kg on a scale, the 12 kg volumetric result will generally be the relevant pricing weight. If it weighs 15 kg, actual weight is greater.
What does volumetric factor 5000 mean?
Factor 5000 means each 5,000 cubic centimeters is treated as one kilogram for the calculation. A lower divisor creates a higher volumetric weight for the same parcel. Some road, postal, freight, or contracted services use another factor.
Metric and imperial calculations
Do not put centimeter dimensions into an imperial divisor or inch dimensions into a metric factor. DimWeightPro switches dimensions, weight labels, and available divisors together to help keep the calculation consistent.
Frequently asked questions
Is volumetric weight the same as DIM weight?
Yes. Volumetric weight and dimensional weight are commonly used names for package-volume pricing weight.
What does a factor of 5000 calculate?
With dimensions in centimeters, dividing cubic centimeters by 5000 produces a volumetric weight in kilograms.
Why is volumetric weight higher than actual weight?
The parcel is relatively large for its scale weight, so it uses more vehicle or aircraft space per unit of mass.