Volumetric Weight for UK deliveries
The APC network charges by either the gross or volumetric weight, whichever is the greater. The chargeable weight of a consignment is the aggregate total of each individual package rounded up to the nearest kg. Where the volume of any single parcel exceeds 6,000 cubic centimetres per kilo, volumetric weight will be applied.
How to Calculate Volumetric Weight
Volumetric Weight is calculated using the formula below:
Multiply each dimension Length (cm) x Width (cm) x Height (cm) then divide by 6000 this will give the equivalent volumetric Weight in kg.
FOR EXAMPLE:
A box measuring 60cm x 60cm x 60cm has a volumetric weight of 36Kg.
60 x 60 x 60 = 216,000 then 216,000/6000 = 36
To help you check the volumetric weight of your consignment, why not use our Volumetric Weight Calculator.
It is recommended that you calculate the Volumetric Weight for every parcel that you send then compare this to its actual weight. The greater weight of the two is used to calculate the price that we charge you.
