KDM Logistics - International Freight Forwarding Services

We have a lot of experience in specialized logistics solutions in the ground industry such as pharmaceutical logistics by air, sea, rail and road, retail and truck logistics at the best prices in the market.
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KDM Logistics - SEA FREIGHT

We deliver your goods safely to world renowned destinations with excellent shipping services. We offer fast and efficient LLC and FLC transfers overnight.
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KDM Logistics - INTERNATIONAL AIR FREIGHT

We manage the complete supply chain, including cost-effective and fast sea transportation. You can also combine or compile this package with other.
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KDM Logistics - Multi-modal solution for every trade

There is a multi-modal supply chain to reduce delivery lead times and increase long-distance reach.
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Live Animals & Pets Logistics

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Calculate Your Volume Weight

| Volumetric Weight Calculator

Calculate Your Volume Weight

Just Enter the Dimention and get Volume Weight and CBM of your cargo

Calculate Your Volume Weight

Air Dims/6000			Truck/Train Dims/1728			Courier Mode Dims/5000
Gr.Wt	Length	Width	Height	Dimn Type	No of CTN	Vol.Wt	CBM





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What is volumetric weight?

Volumetric weight is the weight calculated based on the length, width and height of the parcel converted to volumetric kilograms. The formula used to calculate volumetric weight varies by courier and service used. For example, some couriers use different volume formulas for express and economy services.

Why is volumetric weight charged?

The bigger the item, the more space it needs in the car or plane, the more the shipping costs. If the item is large but light, the price will be based on the size, not the weight.

Calculate volumetric weight for courier delivery.

Different courier companies use different metrics, but the most common method is to multiply the 3 parcel dimensions in centimetres and divide by 5,000.
Don’t worry, the handy tool above calculates this for you, but if you want to work it out for yourself, here’s how it’s done:
Length x Width x Height / 5000

Step 1

Multiply the 3 dimensions

Multiply the length x height x width of your parcel in cm.

For example, 20 x 20 x 30

Step 2

Divide the answer by 5,000*

You've now calculated the volumetric weight in kg.

*To calculate volumetric weight using inches, simply divide by 305

Step 3

Compare to the physical weight

If the number is greater than the physical weight, then your shipment will be billed based on the volumetric weight.

120cm x 55cm x 50cm
---------------------------
5,000

= 66kg (vol.weight)

Calculate volumetric weight for freight delivery

Most road freight, air freight services and airlines use a 6,000 divisor. To calculate the volumetric weight for a freight shipment, multiply the length x width x height in cm and divide by 6,000.

Step 1

Multiply the 3 dimensions

Multiply the length x height x width of your parcel in cm.

For example, 20 x 20 x 30

Step 2

Divide the answer by 6,000*

You've now calculated the volumetric weight in kg.

*To calculate volumetric weight using inches, simply divide by 305

Step 3

Compare to the physical weight

If the number is greater than the physical weight, then your shipment will be billed based on the volumetric weight.

120cm x 55cm x 50cm
---------------------------
6,000

= 55kg (vol.weight)