| # | Length | Width | Height | QTY | CBM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Our cubic meter (CBM) calculator makes volume calculations simple for shipping, logistics, and freight purposes. Follow these steps to get accurate results:
Choose from Meters, Centimeters, Millimeters, Inches, or Feet based on your measurement data.
Input the Length, Width, and Height of your package, box, or cargo item.
Enter how many identical items with these dimensions you have.
Click the 'Add' button to calculate for multiple items with different dimensions.
Click 'Calculate' to get your total CBM and quantity across all items.
The calculator will display both individual CBM per row and the total CBM for all items.
The calculator automatically converts all measurements to cubic meters (CBM) regardless of which input unit you choose, making it perfect for international shipping calculations.
Cubic Meter (CBM) is the standard volume measurement used worldwide in the shipping and logistics industry. Understanding CBM is essential for:
Shipping companies typically charge based on either actual weight (in kilograms) or volumetric weight (derived from CBM), whichever is greater. This is known as the "chargeable weight" principle.
Knowing the exact CBM of your cargo helps determine how many items can fit in a shipping container, allowing for efficient space utilization and cost savings.
CBM measurements are required on shipping documents, bills of lading, and commercial invoices for international freight shipments.
Warehouse managers use CBM to plan storage space, determine handling requirements, and calculate storage fees.
For air freight, volumetric weight is often calculated using the formula: 1 CBM = 167 kg. For sea freight, different carriers may use different conversion factors, typically ranging from 1 CBM = 1,000 kg to 1 CBM = 1,250 kg.