Volumetric Weight Calculator

Calculate the volumetric (DIM) weight of your cargo using the standard 3000 divisor formula. Compare with actual weight to find your billable shipping cost.

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📐 How is it calculated?

Volumetric Weight (kg) = (Length × Width × Height) / Divisor. Most carriers use 3,000 (Turkey standard). International air cargo often uses 5,000 or 6,000.

⚠️ Disclaimer

This tool uses the standard 3,000 divisor used by Turkish cargo companies. Some logistics firms may use different divisors (e.g. 5,000). Calculations are advisory only. The official shipping fee is determined by the carrier's own measurement systems. Numvion cannot be held liable for any financial discrepancies arising from calculation differences.

The Volumetric Weight Calculator (also known as dimensional weight or DIM weight) helps you determine the billable weight of your shipment. Carriers charge based on whichever is greater: the actual physical weight or the volumetric weight — which reflects how much space a package occupies in the carrier's vehicle or aircraft. Understanding this calculation is essential for anyone who ships packages regularly and wants to avoid unexpected costs.

The formula is straightforward: Volumetric Weight (kg) = (Length × Width × Height in cm) ÷ Divisor. The most common divisor used by Turkish domestic carriers (Yurtiçi Kargo, Aras Kargo, MNG Kargo, PTT Kargo) is 3,000. For international air freight, airlines and express couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) typically use 5,000 or 6,000. This difference can be significant: a lightweight but bulky package like a pillow might physically weigh 0.5 kg but have a volumetric weight of 3 kg, meaning you'd pay for 3 kg. Unit Converter for size conversions and Percentage Calculator to compare costs.

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What is the desi (volumetric weight) formula?
Volumetric Weight (kg) = (Length cm × Width cm × Height cm) ÷ Divisor. Turkish domestic carriers use divisor 3,000. International air freight (DHL, FedEx, UPS) uses 5,000 or 6,000. Example: 40×30×20 cm box ÷ 3,000 = 8 kg volumetric weight.
Why do carriers charge for volumetric weight instead of actual weight?
Carriers have limited vehicle and aircraft space. A large lightweight package (like a balloon or a pillow) takes up valuable space but weighs almost nothing. Volumetric weight ensures carriers are fairly compensated for the space a shipment occupies, not just its physical weight.
What divisor do Turkish cargo companies use?
Major Turkish domestic carriers (Yurtici Kargo, Aras Kargo, MNG Kargo, PTT Kargo, Surat Kargo) use the standard divisor of 3,000. International express couriers operating in Turkey (DHL, FedEx, UPS) typically use 5,000 or 6,000. Always confirm with your specific carrier as rates can vary.
Which weight is used for billing — actual or volumetric?
Carriers always charge the higher of the two. If your package weighs 2 kg physically but has a volumetric weight of 5 kg, you pay for 5 kg. If it weighs 8 kg but has a volumetric weight of 3 kg, you pay for 8 kg. Our calculator shows the billable weight when you enter both values.