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LTL tool

Freight Density Calculator

Convert shipment dimensions and weight into density and an estimated freight class.

Use this whenUse it before sending LTL dimensions to a carrier or freight marketplace.

LTL quote prep

Estimate density and the likely freight class before you send the shipment out.

Freight density20.83 lb/ft^3

Weight divided by total cubic feet.

Estimated freight classClass 70

Density-only class estimate.

Total cubic feet60.00 ft^3

Based on all pieces entered.

Density

LTL density starts with cube.

weight / ((length x width x height x pieces) / 1,728)

The calculator maps density to a common class estimate, but final class may depend on more than density.

Quote quality

Measure the pallet, not just the product.

Include pallet height, overhang, packaging, and anything that changes the real cube.