Estimate how many identical cartons can fit in a container using internal dimensions, carton dimensions, payload limits, and a practical packing-efficiency allowance. The calculator checks both usable volume and weight, then uses the tighter limit as capacity. It is best for early load planning when a full 3D packing simulation is not available and mixed-SKU placement is outside scope.
Volume limit = floor(container volume × efficiency ÷ carton volume)
Weight limit = floor(maximum payload ÷ carton weight)
Capacity = smaller of the two limits
The smaller limit controls the estimated carton count. A weight-bound load reaches payload first; a volume-bound load runs out of practical space first.
This screening model does not prove that cartons tessellate in the stated dimensions. Confirm the final loading pattern and legal weight distribution.
The default container has 67.55 m³ of internal volume. At 85% efficiency, 0.084 m³ cartons give a volume limit of 683. Payload allows 1,472 cartons, so estimated capacity is 683 cartons.
A simple volume ratio assumes perfect use of every void; efficiency provides an explicit allowance for layout loss and unusable space.
No. It is a volume-and-weight screening model, so a detailed 3D loading plan may produce a different count.
Yes. Use gross loaded-carton weight so the payload check includes the packaging.
Capacity is capped at the whole-carton count that does not exceed the entered maximum payload.
Not directly. Calculate homogeneous groups separately or use a mixed-load optimization tool for the final plan.
| Variable | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Container volume | Internal length × width × height | m³ |
| Carton volume | Outside length × width × height | m³ |
| Efficiency | Usable share of container volume | percent |
| Payload | Maximum cargo weight entered | kg |