CBM Calculator (Single Product)
Calculate CBM, weight and container capacity for a single product or carton using length, width, height, weight and quantity.
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CBM & Shipping Tools
Explore our free tools to calculate CBM, volumetric weight, and container capacity for different types of shipments.
Volume & CBM Calculators
Cubic Meter Calculator
Calculate total volume in cubic meters for multiple products at once and see how much space they will occupy.
Cubic Feet Calculator
Calculate cubic feet for single or multiple packages using dimensions entered in feet, inches, or yards.
Volumetric Weight Calculator
Find chargeable weight for air and courier shipments using standard volumetric formulas in kg and lb.
Container Load Planning
Single Container Shipment
Add multiple products into one shipping container and check occupied volume, weight and percentage utilization.
Multiple Container Shipment
Find the best fit shipping container combination for mixed cargo and different products in one shipment.
3D Cargo Load Planner
Generate 3D interactive container load plans with step-by-step loading instructions and optimized space usage.
FCL / Equal Quantity Load Plan
Calculate equal quantities of different products that can be shipped together in the same container without mismatched sets.
CBM (Cubic Meter) Calculation Formula
- Length (m) × Width (m) × Height (m) = Volume in Cubic Meters (m³)
- Dimensions can be entered in meters, centimeters, inches, or feet.
CBM is used to understand how much physical space your cargo occupies. Our calculator supports multiple units, predefined products, and standard shipping containers including 20 ft, 40 ft, and 40 ft High Cube models.
What is Volumetric Weight?
Volumetric or dimensional weight applies when a package is large in size but light in weight. Carriers charge based on the space your shipment occupies, not just its actual mass.
The international air-cargo formula is:
Length × Width × Height (cm) ÷ 5000 = Volumetric Weight (kg)
Compare the volumetric weight with the actual weight—whichever is higher is typically used for freight billing.
Standard Shipping Container Dimensions
These dimensions are used for container capacity calculations:
| Container Type | Length (cm) | Width (cm) | Height (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 ft Container | 589 | 230 | 230 |
| 40 ft Container | 1200 | 230 | 230 |
| 40 ft High Cube | 1200 | 230 | 260 |
Why Use a CBM Calculator?
Key advantages for cargo planning and logistics:
- Optimized Container Loading: Achieve the most efficient use of container space by accurately calculating the cubic meter (CBM) of cargo. Maximize loading capacity and minimize wasted space.
- Precise Volume and Weight Calculations: Easily determine the total volume and weight of your shipments. This ensures compliance with weight limits and facilitates accurate planning for transportation costs.
- Streamlined Shipping Processes: Simplify the shipping process by quickly assessing how various products or packages can be arranged within a container. This feature enhances overall logistics planning and execution.
- Time and Cost Savings: By optimizing container loads, businesses can reduce the number of shipments needed, leading to potential cost savings on transportation and logistics. Efficient loading also minimizes the time required for cargo handling.
- Integration Flexibility: Seamlessly integrate the CBM Calculator into your existing systems, websites, ERP software, and other cloud-based applications. This ensures compatibility with your current workflow and enhances overall efficiency of your operations.
- Enhanced Accuracy: Eliminate guesswork and enhance accuracy in cargo planning. The CBM Calculator provides precise calculations, reducing the risk of errors associated with manual measurements and estimations.
- User-Friendly Interface: Enjoy a user-friendly interface that simplifies the process of entering product details and selecting containers. Visualize loading plans in 3D for a better understanding of cargo distribution.
- Improved Decision-Making: Access detailed insights into your cargo’s volume and weight distribution, empowering better decision-making in terms of container selection, shipping methods, and overall logistics strategy.
Overall, a CBM calculator improves accuracy, speed and cost-efficiency in day-to-day shipping and logistics.
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Important Notice
CBM Calculator LLC is not associated with any transport or shipping company. All calculations on this website are estimates based on standard container dimensions and formulas.
For custom container sizes or different volumetric weight formulas, please use our CBM Calculator Android App .