Enter the dimensions and quantity of your cargo cartons below to calculate the total cubic metre (CBM) volume. CBM is the standard measurement used in ocean freight LCL pricing.
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Results are indicative only. Actual LCL rates depend on origin, destination, and current market pricing. Contact Marwest LLC for an accurate quotation.
CBM (Cubic Metre) is the standard volumetric measurement for international ocean freight. LCL rates are priced per CBM — so accurately calculating your cargo's CBM is essential for budgeting your freight costs. 1 CBM = 100cm × 100cm × 100cm.
A standard 20ft container holds approximately 25 CBM of cargo. A standard 40ft container holds approximately 58–60 CBM. A 40ft High Cube holds approximately 67 CBM. Once your volume exceeds 15 CBM, FCL often becomes more cost-effective than LCL.
Measure the external dimensions of each carton in centimetres — length × width × height. Divide by 1,000,000 to convert to CBM. Multiply by the number of cartons. For irregular shapes, use the bounding box (the smallest box the item fits inside).
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