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FCL Freight Calculator
For full container (FCL) shipments, calculate freight, surcharges and port costs by number of containers, plus cost per kg and per CBM. No sign-up needed; results update as you type.
See the system that does this automaticallyOpen the live demoFCL Freight Calculator: worked example
Example values: Container type 40' HC, Number of containers 2 pcs, All-in freight (per container) 2,200 USD, Origin THC (per container) 210 USD, Destination THC (per container) 230 USD, B/L and documentation fee 75 USD, Total cargo weight 36,000 kg, Total cargo volume 120 m³. With these values the results are:
| Total FCL cost | 5,355 USD |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 0.15 USD |
| Per CBM | 44.63 USD |
| Volume utilization | 78.5 % |
How to use: FCL Freight Calculator
- Enter your own values: Container type, Number of containers, All-in freight (per container), Origin THC (per container), Destination THC (per container), B/L and documentation fee, Total cargo weight, Total cargo volume.
- Choose the currency; money inputs are converted at an approximate rate.
- Results are calculated as you type: Total FCL cost, Per kg, Per CBM, Volume utilization.
- Check every step of the calculation in the formulas below.
How is it calculated?
- Total FCL cost = [Number of containers] × ([All-in freight (per container)] + [Origin THC (per container)] + [Destination THC (per container)]) + [B/L and documentation fee]
- Per kg = [Total FCL cost] ÷ [Total cargo weight]
- Per CBM = [Total FCL cost] ÷ [Total cargo volume]
- Volume utilization = [Total cargo volume] ÷ ([Container internal volume] × [Number of containers]) × 100
Other tools running on Freight Rating Engine
Calculates chargeable quantity, freight and surcharges for FCL, LCL, air and road with the same rules.
FCRSOFT
FCRSOFT does this for you automatically
You don’t need to do the calculations and checks on this page by hand every day. FCRSOFT derives them all automatically from the records entered in the field.
- Freight rates are stored; freight is calculated automatically on booking.
- Chargeable weight and the W/M rule are applied automatically.
- Freight and local charges are allocated to products and files.
Frequently asked questions
How is FCL Freight Calculator calculated?
For full container (FCL) shipments, calculate freight, surcharges and port costs by number of containers, plus cost per kg and per CBM. The calculation uses Freight Rating Engine: Calculates chargeable quantity, freight and surcharges for FCL, LCL, air and road with the same rules.
How is Total FCL cost found?
Total FCL cost = [Number of containers] × ([All-in freight (per container)] + [Origin THC (per container)] + [Destination THC (per container)]) + [B/L and documentation fee]. With the example values (Container type 40' HC, Number of containers 2 pcs, All-in freight (per container) 2,200 USD, Origin THC (per container) 210 USD, Destination THC (per container) 230 USD, B/L and documentation fee 75 USD) the result is 5,355 USD.
Worked example: FCL Freight Calculator
Example values: Container type 40' HC, Number of containers 2 pcs, All-in freight (per container) 2,200 USD, Origin THC (per container) 210 USD, Destination THC (per container) 230 USD, B/L and documentation fee 75 USD. Total FCL cost: 5,355 USD; Per kg: 0.15 USD; Per CBM: 44.63 USD; Volume utilization: 78.5 %.
Is FCL Freight Calculator free?
Yes. The tool is free, needs no sign-up and runs in your browser; the data you enter is not stored.
Can FCRSOFT do this calculation automatically?
FCRSOFT stores your rates and calculates freight and surcharges automatically for every booking. You can try the Forwarder & Logistics package in the live demo without installing anything.
Which currency can I calculate in?
Choose one of 28 currencies in the currency selector; monetary inputs are converted at an approximate rate. To use your own rate, enter the amounts directly.
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