Shipping Box Volume Calculator

Calculate the cubic volume of any shipping box or package in your preferred unit, with automatic conversions to liters, gallons, and cubic feet. Essential for e-commerce sellers, warehouse managers, and anyone who needs to determine dimensional weight, compare box sizes, or estimate how many items fit inside a carton.

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Formula

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Core Formula
V=L×W×HV = L \times W \times H

How it works: Multiply the inner length, width, and height of the shipping box. Select your measurement unit (inches, centimeters, feet, or meters) and the calculator provides volume in cubic units along with conversions to liters and gallons for capacity planning.

Worked Example

A shipping box measuring 20 x 15 x 10 inches: V = 20 x 15 x 10 = 3,000 cubic inches. That equals approximately 49.16 liters or 12.99 US gallons. For dimensional weight (using a 139 divisor), this box has a DIM weight of about 21.6 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the calculator show liters and gallons?

Yes. After computing the cubic volume, it automatically converts to liters and US gallons so you can estimate liquid capacity or compare with container specifications.

Does this include packaging material thickness?

No. The calculator uses the inner dimensions you provide. If you need to account for cardboard thickness or packing material, subtract that from the outer measurements before entering.

What is dimensional weight and how does box volume relate to it?

Dimensional weight (DIM weight) is a pricing method used by carriers like UPS, FedEx, and USPS. They divide the cubic volume (in cubic inches) by a factor (typically 139 for domestic US) to estimate weight. If the DIM weight exceeds actual weight, you are charged based on DIM weight.

How do I choose the right box size for shipping?

Measure your product and add 2 inches on each side for packing material. Use this calculator to find the volume, then compare with standard shipping box sizes offered by your carrier.

Can I use this for pallet and freight volume?

Yes. Enter the dimensions of a pallet or crate in feet or meters to calculate total cubic volume. This is useful for LTL (less than truckload) freight quoting.

Is it possible to embed the Shipping Box Volume Calculator on another website?

Yes, embedding the Shipping Box Volume Calculator is free. Hit the "Embed" button on this page, adjust the width, height, and theme, then grab the iframe code. It works on WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, Shopify, and plain HTML pages. No registration needed. Full instructions at calculory.com/services/embed-calculators.

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