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Stop paying to ship air.
Check the billable weight.
Compare actual and dimensional weight for a parcel, then see which weight is likely to drive the charge. Use your carrier’s divisor and rounding rule.
Dimensional weight calculator
Example default: DHL-style metric divisor 5,000. FedEx US commonly shows inches ÷ 139; always confirm the divisor in your service guide.
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QUICK ANSWERS
What is dimensional weight?
It converts package space into a billable weight. The higher of actual and dimensional weight is commonly used for pricing.
Why can another carrier show a different answer?
Carriers can use different divisors, dimension rounding, minimum charges, and surcharges. Enter the rule for the service you are comparing.