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Cubic Feet Shipping Calculator

Calculate total shipment volume in cubic feet and convert the result to cubic meters and liters.

Shipment dimensions

Cubic feet formula

For dimensions in inches, cubic feet = length × width × height ÷ 1,728. Multiply by quantity for identical packages.

Worked example

A 48 × 40 × 36 inch handling unit occupies 40 cubic feet. The same volume is about 1.133 cubic meters or 1,133 liters.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert cubic inches to cubic feet?

Divide cubic inches by 1,728 because one cubic foot contains 12 × 12 × 12 cubic inches.

Should I use outside dimensions?

Use outside dimensions when estimating the space a shipment occupies in storage or transport.