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Actual vs Volumetric Weight Explained

Learn how courier chargeable weight works and how to calculate volumetric weight before requesting a quote.

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Volumetric weight formula

For applicable Blue Sky quotes, calculate centimetres as Length × Width × Height ÷ 5000.

Example

A 50 × 40 × 30 cm box equals 12 kg volumetric weight. If its actual weight is 9 kg, 12 kg can be the chargeable weight.

Why dimensions matter

Large lightweight boxes occupy transport capacity, so courier services may price them by dimensional weight.

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