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Size to Weight Calculator (Rectangular Box)

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Estimates the weight of a rectangular box based on its dimensions and the density of the material.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Length, Width, Height, and Material Density in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Volume (Cubic Inches), Volume (Cubic Feet), and Estimated Weight in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Small Cardboard Box

Length: 10 inches; Width: 10 inches; Height: 10 inches; Material Density: 35 lbs/cubic foot

Volume (Cubic Inches): 1,000 cubic inches; Volume (Cubic Feet): 0.5787037037 cubic feet; Estimated Weight: 20.25462963 pounds

Medium Cardboard Box

Length: 18 inches; Width: 12 inches; Height: 12 inches; Material Density: 35 lbs/cubic foot

Volume (Cubic Inches): 2,592 cubic inches; Volume (Cubic Feet): 1.5 cubic feet; Estimated Weight: 52.5 pounds

Large Cardboard Box

Length: 24 inches; Width: 18 inches; Height: 18 inches; Material Density: 35 lbs/cubic foot

Volume (Cubic Inches): 7,776 cubic inches; Volume (Cubic Feet): 4.5 cubic feet; Estimated Weight: 157.5 pounds

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