What is Volumetric Weight?
Volumetric weight is a theoretical weight assigned to a package based on its size dimensions, rather than its actual weight.
Volumetric weight is particularly relevant when shipping lightweight, bulky items that occupy a significant amount of space in the shipping vehicle, such as planes or trucks.
The Speed Post Charges by India Post is calculated on the basis of volumetric weight.
By considering both the package’s dimensions and its actual weight, courier companies can ensure a fair pricing system that accounts for the space occupied by each shipment.
Volumetric Weight Calculator
Provide your package dimensions and instantly calculate the volumetric weight of your package with just one click
Inch to Centimeters Calculator
A volumetric weight calculator requires all measurements to be in centimeters. To convert lengths into centimeters, you can use an Inch to Centimeter converter tool.
You may utilize our Inch to Centimeter conversion tool for this purpose.
Please ensure all measurements are in centimeters before using the volumetric weight calculator.
Inch to Centimeters Calculator
Enter the value on the “Enter Length” box, select “Cm to Inches” or “Inches to Cm” and hit the “Convert” button to calculate
Why Volumetric Weight is Important?
There are a few reasons why volumetric weight is important:
- Volumetric Weight ensures that shipping agencies are charging customers for the actual amount of space that their packages take up.
- Volumetric Weight helps to ensure that shipping costs are fair for all customers.
- Volumetric Weight helps to prevent shipping agencies from losing money on large, lightweight packages.
Volumetric weight can be a confusing concept, but it is important to understand if you are shipping packages.
By understanding how volumetric weight is calculated, you can be sure that you are paying the correct shipping rate.
Here are some additional reasons why volumetric weight is needed:
- Volumetric weight prevents shipping delays by optimizing package space.
- It ensures safe and efficient handling of large, lightweight packages.