Volume (CBM) Calculation
Length × Width × Height × Quantity
Formula: Convert dimensions to meters, then calculate L × W × H × quantity.
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| Container Type | Internal L×W×H (mm) | Door W×H (mm) | Capacity (CBM) | Maximum Payload (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20' Standard | 5,900 × 2,352 × 2,395 | 2,340 × 2,292 | 33.2 | 28,130 |
| 40' Standard | 12,032 × 2,352 × 2,395 | 2,340 × 2,292 | 67.7 | 28,750 |
| 40' High Cube | 12,032 × 2,350 × 2,700 | 2,340 × 2,597 | 76.3 | 28,600 |
| 20' Reefer | 5,450 × 2,280 × 2,159 | 2,290 × 2,264 | 28.1 | 29,140 |
| 40' Reefer HC | 11,599 × 2,290 × 2,425 | 2,290 × 2,557 | 67.7 | 29,580 |
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
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| Equipment Type | Internal / Loading L×W×H (mm) | Door / Opening | Capacity (CBM) | Maximum Payload (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20' Open Top | 5,895 × 2,350 × 2,340 | Door 2,338 × 2,280 Top 2,230 × 5,338 | 32.5 | 30,050 |
| 40' Open Top HC | 12,029 × 2,352 × 2,649 | Door 2,352 × 2,570 Top 2,192 × 11,552 | 74.9 | 28,250 |
| 20' Flat Rack | 5,638 × 2,438 × 2,233 | Open Sides & Top | — | 42,100 |
| 40' Flat Rack HC | 11,652 × 2,347 × 2,265 | Open Sides & Top | — | 49,100 |
| 20' ISO Tank | External 6,058 × 2,438 × 2,591 | Manhole & Valve Configuration | Approx. 14–26 | Varies by Tank & Cargo |
| Tank Lorry | Varies by Vehicle & Country | Varies by Tank Design | Varies by Vehicle Type | Varies by Road & Axle Regulations |
Typical Specifications: Dimensions, tare weight and permitted loads vary by manufacturer and shipping line equipment. ISO Tank requirements depend on tank codes and cargo characteristics; road tankers follow vehicle, road and axle regulations in the operating country.
CBM & WEIGHT CALCULATOR
Measure the longest dimensions after packing. Results are estimates for consultation; final freight calculations follow carrier terms.
Length × Width × Height × Quantity
Formula: Convert dimensions to meters, then calculate L × W × H × quantity.
The larger value is shown as the reference weight.
Formula: L(cm) × W(cm) × H(cm) ÷ selected divisor × quantity. Applied divisors and rounding rules vary by carrier.
HOW TO CALCULATE
Learn how sea freight volume and airline volumetric and chargeable weights are calculated.
For sea LCL cargo, convert all outer package dimensions to meters, then multiply length, width, height and quantity to calculate volume.
L(m) × W(m) × H(m) × QuantityAirlines measure outer package dimensions in centimeters and divide by the volumetric weight divisor specified in their freight rules.
L(cm) × W(cm) × H(cm) ÷ Divisor × QuantityAir freight generally compares total actual and volumetric weight and uses the higher value as the reference chargeable weight.
MAX(Total Actual Weight, Total Volumetric Weight)TRADE & LOGISTICS FORMS
CSV forms with basic fields for trade and logistics operations. Download and adapt them to your business requirements.
| Document No. | Category | Form Name | Key Contents | File |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IL-FRM-001 | Trade Documents | Commercial Invoice | Record exporter, importer, goods, HS CODE, quantity, unit price and trade terms. | |
| IL-FRM-002 | Packing Documents | Packing List | Record package numbers, quantity, net and gross weight, dimensions and CBM. | |
| IL-FRM-003 | Transport Documents | Shipping Request Form | Specify origin, destination, transport mode, schedule, cargo details and additional services. | |
| IL-FRM-004 | Warehouse Documents | Warehouse Receiving / Dispatch Request | Record warehouse, receiving / dispatch date, product and LOT details, quantity and requests. | |
| IL-FRM-005 | Cargo Details | Cargo Specification Sheet | Record dimensions, weight, dangerous goods status, temperature requirements and handling precautions. | |
| IL-FRM-006 | Incidents & Claims | Cargo Incident Report | Record shipment details, damage or loss, claim amount and supporting evidence. |
Form Usage Guide: These forms are reference templates for common operational details. Confirm actual submission formats, required fields, signatures and supporting documents with business partners, shipping lines, airlines, customs authorities and destination country requirements.

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