Free tool
Loading Efficiency
Calculate volume and weight utilization, freight per loaded CBM and the cost of empty space. No sign-up needed; results update as you type.
See the system that does this automaticallyOpen the live demoLoading Efficiency: worked example
Example values: Container type 40' HC, Loaded volume 60 m³, Loaded weight 15,000 kg, Container freight 2,800 USD. With these values the results are:
| Volume utilization | 78.5 % |
|---|---|
| Weight utilization | 56.6 % |
| Freight per loaded CBM | 46.67 USD |
| Cost of empty space | 601 USD |
How to use: Loading Efficiency
- Enter your own values: Container type, Loaded volume, Loaded weight, Container freight.
- Choose the currency; money inputs are converted at an approximate rate.
- Results are calculated as you type: Volume utilization, Weight utilization, Freight per loaded CBM, Cost of empty space.
- Check every step of the calculation in the formulas below.
How is it calculated?
- Volume utilization = [Loaded volume] ÷ [Container internal volume] × 100
- Weight utilization = [Loaded weight] ÷ [Container maximum payload] × 100
- Freight per loaded CBM = [Container freight] ÷ [Loaded volume]
- Cost of empty space = [Container freight] × (1 − max([Volume utilization]; [Weight utilization]) ÷ 100)
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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.
- Container utilization, volume and weight are tracked for every booking.
- Free time is counted for each container; you are warned before charges start.
- Container movements and documents are linked to the file.
Frequently asked questions
How is Loading Efficiency calculated?
Calculate volume and weight utilization, freight per loaded CBM and the cost of empty space. The calculation uses Cargo Fit Engine: Finds the best arrangement and utilization rate from carton, pallet and container dimensions under volume and weight limits.
How is Volume utilization found?
Volume utilization = [Loaded volume] ÷ [Container internal volume] × 100. With the example values (Container type 40' HC, Loaded volume 60 m³, Loaded weight 15,000 kg, Container freight 2,800 USD) the result is 78.5 %.
How is Cost of empty space found?
Cost of empty space = [Container freight] × (1 − max([Volume utilization]; [Weight utilization]) ÷ 100). With the example values (Container type 40' HC, Loaded volume 60 m³, Loaded weight 15,000 kg, Container freight 2,800 USD) the result is 601 USD.
Worked example: Loading Efficiency
Example values: Container type 40' HC, Loaded volume 60 m³, Loaded weight 15,000 kg, Container freight 2,800 USD. Volume utilization: 78.5 %; Weight utilization: 56.6 %; Freight per loaded CBM: 46.67 USD; Cost of empty space: 601 USD.
Is Loading Efficiency 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 tracks volume, weight and utilization per container 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.