8-in-1 Volume & CBM Calculator for All Shapes
✓ 8 Shape Calculators - Box, Cube, Cylinder, Sphere, Cone, Pyramid
✓ CBM for Shipping - Calculate cargo volume & freight charges
✓ 15+ Unit Conversions - Metric, Imperial, Volume units
✓ Material Estimator - Concrete, soil, water, cost calculation
Total Volume
150.00 m³
= 150.000000 cubic meters
Cubic Meters (m³)
150.000000
Liters (L)
150000.00
Cubic Feet (ft³)
5297.20
Surface Area
190.00 m²
Material Weight (concrete)
360000.00 kg
Estimated Cost
₹750000.00
Formula Used:
Volume = Length × Width × Height
Calculation: 10 × 5 × 3 = 150.00 m³
All Unit Conversions:
Cubic Millimeters
150000000000.0000 mm³
Cubic Centimeters
150000000.0000 cm³
Cubic Meters
150.0000 m³
Cubic Kilometers
0.0000 km³
Cubic Inches
9153597.3638 inch³
Cubic Feet
5297.1999 ft³
Cubic Yards
196.1926 yard³
Milliliters
150000000.0000 ml³
Liters
150000.0000 liter³
Gallons
39625.8056 gallon³
A Cubic Calculator (Volume Calculator) is a comprehensive tool for calculating the volume of 3D shapes and objects. From simple boxes to complex cylinders, spheres, and cones - it handles all volume calculations with precision.
Our 8-in-1 calculator includes CBM (Cubic Meter) calculator for shipping, material estimators for construction, multi-unit conversions, and cost calculation features - making it the most comprehensive cubic calculator online.
| Shape | Formula | Example | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rectangular Box | L × W × H | 10×5×3 = 150 m³ | Rooms, boxes, containers |
| Cube | Side³ | 5³ = 125 m³ | Cubic containers, dice |
| Cylinder | π × r² × h | π×3²×10 = 282.7 m³ | Tanks, pipes, drums |
| Sphere | (4/3) × π × r³ | (4/3)×π×5³ = 523.6 m³ | Balls, spherical tanks |
| Cone | (1/3) × π × r² × h | (1/3)×π×4²×10 = 167.6 m³ | Funnels, conical tanks |
| Pyramid | (1/3) × L × W × H | (1/3)×6×6×8 = 96 m³ | Pyramidal structures |
| Triangular Prism | (1/2) × B × H × L | (1/2)×4×3×10 = 60 m³ | Roof trusses, prisms |
| CBM (Shipping) | (L×W×H) / 1,000,000 | 120×80×100 / 1M = 0.96 m³ | Cargo, freight, logistics |
Example 1: Concrete for Driveway
Dimensions: 15m × 4m × 0.15m (15cm thick)
Volume: 15 × 4 × 0.15 = 9 m³
Cost @ ₹6,000/m³ = ₹54,000
Example 2: Cylindrical Water Tank
Diameter: 2m (radius 1m), Height: 3m
Volume: π × 1² × 3 = 9.42 m³
Capacity: 9,420 liters
Example 1: CBM for Air Cargo
Box: 120cm × 80cm × 100cm
CBM: 0.96 m³ per box
Quantity: 10 boxes = 9.6 m³
Volumetric Weight: 1,603 kg
Example 2: Container Loading
40ft container capacity: 68 m³
Each box: 0.5 m³
Can fit: 136 boxes
Example 1: Swimming Pool
Size: 10m × 5m × 1.5m deep
Volume: 75 m³ = 75,000 liters
Water cost @ ₹20/1000L = ₹1,500
Example 2: Garden Soil
Bed: 6m × 3m, need 30cm soil
Volume: 6 × 3 × 0.3 = 5.4 m³
Cost @ ₹800/m³ = ₹4,320
Example 1: AC Sizing
Room: 5m × 4m × 3m = 60 m³
Formula: (60 × 0.1) / 3.5
AC Needed: 1.7 Ton
Example 2: Moving Truck
Total items: 45 m³
Small truck: 40 m³
Need: Medium truck (50 m³)
💡 Usage: Multiply volume (m³) by density to get weight. Example: 5 m³ concrete = 5 × 2,400 = 12,000 kg (12 tons)
To calculate cubic meters, multiply length × width × height in meters. Formula: Volume (m³) = Length (m) × Width (m) × Height (m). Example 1 - Room: 5m long × 4m wide × 3m high = 5 × 4 × 3 = 60 m³. Example 2 - Box: 2m × 1.5m × 1m = 3 m³. If measurements are in different units, convert to meters first: 1 cm = 0.01 m, 1 ft = 0.3048 m, 1 inch = 0.0254 m. Example 3 - Converting: Box is 200cm × 150cm × 100cm. Convert: 2m × 1.5m × 1m = 3 m³. For cylinders, use: Volume = π × r² × h (where r = radius, h = height). For spheres, use: Volume = (4/3) × π × r³. Real-world uses: Construction material estimation (concrete, soil), Shipping cargo volume (CBM), Swimming pool water capacity, Storage space planning, HVAC system sizing.
CBM (Cubic Meter) Calculator is essential for shipping and logistics to calculate cargo volume and weight charges. Formula: CBM = (Length × Width × Height) / 1,000,000 (when measurements are in cm). Step-by-Step Process: 1. Measure package dimensions (usually in cm). 2. Multiply L × W × H. 3. Divide by 1,000,000 to convert to m³. 4. Multiply by quantity for total CBM. 5. Calculate volumetric weight (CBM × 167 for air cargo, × 333 for sea cargo). Example 1 - Air Cargo: Box: 120cm × 80cm × 100cm = 960,000 cm³. CBM = 960,000 / 1,000,000 = 0.96 m³. Quantity: 10 boxes = 0.96 × 10 = 9.6 m³ total. Volumetric Weight = 9.6 × 167 = 1,603.2 kg. If actual weight = 1,200 kg, chargeable weight = 1,603.2 kg (higher). Example 2 - Sea Cargo: Box: 100cm × 60cm × 80cm = 0.48 m³. Quantity: 50 boxes = 24 m³. Volumetric Weight = 24 × 333 = 7,992 kg. Actual Weight = 6,000 kg. Chargeable = 7,992 kg. Shipping Container Capacity: 20ft container = 28-33 m³. 40ft container = 58-68 m³. 40ft HC (High Cube) = 68-76 m³. CBM Calculation Tips: Always round up for safety margin. Include pallet/packaging in measurements. Different carriers use different divisors (167, 200, 333). Sea freight is cheaper but slower than air. Why CBM Matters: Shipping costs calculated by CBM or weight (whichever higher). Helps plan container loading efficiently. Required for customs documentation. Essential for logistics planning and cost estimation.
Cylinder volume calculation is used for pipes, tanks, drums, and circular containers. Formula: Volume = π × r² × h (where r = radius, h = height/length). Step-by-Step Process: 1. Measure diameter (width across) OR radius (half of diameter). 2. If you have diameter, divide by 2 to get radius. 3. Measure height/length of cylinder. 4. Square the radius (r × r). 5. Multiply by π (3.14159). 6. Multiply by height. Example 1 - Water Tank: Diameter = 2 meters, so Radius = 1 meter. Height = 3 meters. Volume = π × 1² × 3 = 3.14159 × 1 × 3 = 9.42 m³. Water capacity = 9.42 × 1,000 = 9,420 liters. Example 2 - Pipe Volume: Internal diameter = 10 cm = 0.1 m. Radius = 0.05 m. Length = 50 m. Volume = π × (0.05)² × 50 = 3.14159 × 0.0025 × 50 = 0.393 m³. Water in pipe = 393 liters. Example 3 - Drum/Barrel: Diameter = 60 cm = 0.6 m. Radius = 0.3 m. Height = 90 cm = 0.9 m. Volume = π × (0.3)² × 0.9 = 0.254 m³ = 254 liters. Real-World Applications: Water tank capacity calculation. Swimming pool volume (circular). Pipe water volume for plumbing. Storage tank capacity (oil, chemicals). Concrete volume for circular columns. Drum/barrel capacity verification. Important Notes: Always use same units (convert all to meters or all to feet). For hollow cylinders (pipes), calculate outer volume minus inner volume. 1 m³ = 1,000 liters (for water capacity). For horizontal cylinders (lying sideways), formula is same but calculation of filled volume is complex when partially filled.
Concrete volume calculation is essential for construction projects to order right quantity. Common Concrete Shapes: 1. RECTANGULAR SLAB (floor, driveway, patio): Formula: Volume = Length × Width × Thickness. Example: Driveway 10m long × 5m wide × 0.15m thick. Volume = 10 × 5 × 0.15 = 7.5 m³. Concrete needed = 7.5 m³ + 10% waste = 8.25 m³. 2. CIRCULAR SLAB (round patio, foundation): Formula: Volume = π × r² × thickness. Example: Circular patio, diameter 6m (radius 3m), thickness 0.1m. Volume = 3.14159 × 3² × 0.1 = 2.83 m³. 3. COLUMN (rectangular): Formula: Volume = Length × Width × Height. Example: Column 0.4m × 0.4m × 3m high. Volume = 0.4 × 0.4 × 3 = 0.48 m³. 4. COLUMN (circular): Formula: Volume = π × r² × h. Example: Diameter 0.5m (radius 0.25m), height 4m. Volume = 3.14159 × (0.25)² × 4 = 0.785 m³. 5. BEAM: Formula: Volume = Width × Depth × Length. Example: Beam 0.3m wide × 0.5m deep × 6m long. Volume = 0.3 × 0.5 × 6 = 0.9 m³. 6. FOOTING (foundation): Formula: Volume = Length × Width × Depth. Example: 2m × 2m × 0.5m = 2 m³. Concrete Calculation Steps: Measure all dimensions in meters. Calculate volume for each component. Add all volumes together. Add 10% for waste and spillage. Round up to nearest 0.5 m³. Concrete Coverage (India): 1 m³ concrete = 1,000 liters. 1 m³ covers 10 m² at 10cm thickness. 1 m³ covers 6.67 m² at 15cm thickness. 1 m³ weighs approximately 2,400 kg. Standard concrete mix ratio: 1:2:4 (cement:sand:aggregate). Material Requirements per m³: Cement = 7-8 bags (50kg each). Sand = 0.45 m³ (700 kg). Aggregate = 0.9 m³ (1,350 kg). Water = 180-200 liters. Cost Estimation (India, 2025): Ready-mix concrete = ₹5,000-7,000 per m³. Site-mixed concrete = ₹4,000-5,500 per m³. Reinforced concrete = add ₹1,000-2,000 per m³. Pro Tips: Always order 10% extra for waste. Concrete is delivered in truck mixers (6-8 m³ capacity). Minimum order from ready-mix plant = 1 m³. One bag cement (50kg) = 0.035 m³ concrete. Use concrete calculator for complex shapes. Get structural engineer approval for load-bearing structures.
Cubic unit conversion is essential for international projects and different measurement systems. Common Conversion Factors: METRIC SYSTEM: 1 m³ = 1,000,000 cm³ (cubic centimeters). 1 m³ = 1,000 liters (L). 1 m³ = 1,000,000 ml (milliliters). 1 cm³ = 1 ml. IMPERIAL SYSTEM: 1 m³ = 35.3147 cubic feet (ft³). 1 m³ = 1.30795 cubic yards (yd³). 1 m³ = 264.172 US gallons. 1 ft³ = 0.0283168 m³. 1 ft³ = 28.3168 liters. 1 ft³ = 7.48052 US gallons. 1 yd³ = 0.764555 m³. 1 cubic inch = 16.3871 cm³. CONVERSION EXAMPLES: Example 1 - Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters: Volume = 100 cubic feet. Convert: 100 ft³ × 0.0283168 = 2.83168 m³. OR: 100 ft³ / 35.3147 = 2.83 m³. Example 2 - Cubic Meters to Liters: Volume = 5 m³. Convert: 5 × 1,000 = 5,000 liters. Water weight: 5,000 liters × 1 kg/L = 5,000 kg = 5 tons. Example 3 - Cubic Inches to Liters: Volume = 1,000 cubic inches. Convert to cm³: 1,000 × 16.3871 = 16,387.1 cm³. Convert to liters: 16,387.1 cm³ / 1,000 = 16.39 L. Example 4 - Mixed Units: Room is 20 feet long, 15 feet wide, 10 feet high. Volume = 20 × 15 × 10 = 3,000 ft³. Convert to m³: 3,000 × 0.0283168 = 84.95 m³. Convert to liters: 84.95 × 1,000 = 84,950 liters. Real-World Scenarios: Construction Material Ordering: US blueprint shows 1,000 ft³ concrete needed. Indian supplier quotes in m³. Convert: 1,000 ft³ = 28.32 m³. Swimming Pool Capacity: Pool is 50m × 25m × 2m = 2,500 m³. How many liters? 2,500 × 1,000 = 2,500,000 L = 2.5 million liters. Water tank volume? 2,500 m³ = 2,500,000 liters = 660,430 US gallons. Shipping Container: Container is 40ft × 8ft × 8.5ft = 2,720 ft³. Convert to m³: 2,720 × 0.0283168 = 77.0 m³. How many boxes (each 0.5 m³)? 77 / 0.5 = 154 boxes. Quick Conversion Shortcuts: Cubic Feet to M³: Divide by 35.3 (approximately). M³ to Cubic Feet: Multiply by 35.3. M³ to Liters: Multiply by 1,000. Liters to M³: Divide by 1,000. Liters to Gallons (US): Multiply by 0.264. Conversion Calculator Tips: Always specify which measurement system (metric/imperial). For precision, use exact conversion factors. For estimates, use rounded factors (35.3, 0.0283). Double-check units in construction/shipping documents. When in doubt, convert to base unit (m³) first, then to target unit.
Cubic calculators have numerous practical applications in daily life, business, and professional work. CONSTRUCTION & HOME IMPROVEMENT: 1. Concrete/Cement Calculation: Calculate concrete needed for driveway, patio, foundation. Estimate cement bags required for construction. Plan ready-mix concrete orders. 2. Paint & Coating: Calculate room volume for ventilation during painting. Estimate paint quantity for surface coverage. Plan coating material for waterproofing. 3. Soil & Landscaping: Calculate topsoil needed for garden beds. Estimate mulch/compost volume for landscaping. Plan sand/gravel for pathways. Example: Garden bed 5m × 3m, need 30cm soil. Volume = 5 × 3 × 0.3 = 4.5 m³ soil needed. 4. Renovation Planning: Calculate room volume for AC tonnage. Estimate insulation material required. Plan storage space utilization. LOGISTICS & E-COMMERCE: 1. Shipping Cost Calculation: Calculate CBM for international shipments. Estimate shipping charges based on volumetric weight. Plan container loading capacity. Example: Selling furniture online, need to calculate shipping. Product: 180cm × 120cm × 80cm = 1.728 m³. 2. Warehouse Management: Calculate storage capacity utilization. Plan pallet stacking and optimization. Estimate space needed for inventory. 3. Packaging Optimization: Design right-sized boxes to minimize waste. Calculate packaging material needed. Optimize shipping costs by reducing dead space. SWIMMING POOL & WATER MANAGEMENT: 1. Pool Capacity: Calculate water volume for chemical dosing. Estimate filling time and water cost. Plan heating/filtration system size. Example: Pool 10m × 5m × 1.5m = 75 m³ = 75,000 liters. Water cost @ ₹20/1000L = ₹1,500. 2. Water Tank Sizing: Calculate household water storage needed. Plan rainwater harvesting tank capacity. Size overhead/underground tank correctly. 3. Aquarium Volume: Calculate water volume for fish stocking. Estimate filter capacity needed. Plan aquarium equipment sizing. AUTOMOTIVE & FUEL: 1. Fuel Tank Capacity: Calculate cylindrical fuel tank volume. Estimate fuel storage for generators. Plan fuel consumption for projects. 2. Engine Displacement: Understand engine cubic capacity (cc). Compare vehicle engine sizes. Calculate compression ratio. HOME APPLIANCES: 1. Refrigerator Capacity: Calculate usable storage volume. Compare models by capacity. Plan food storage needs. 2. Air Conditioner Sizing: Calculate room volume for AC tonnage. Formula: Tonnage = (Room m³ × 0.1) / 3.5. Example: 5m × 4m × 3m = 60 m³. AC needed = (60 × 0.1) / 3.5 = 1.7 tons. 3. Water Heater Size: Calculate geyser capacity needed. Plan hot water storage for family. AGRICULTURE & FARMING: 1. Water Storage Ponds: Calculate pond capacity for irrigation. Estimate water availability for crops. Plan drip irrigation requirements. 2. Grain Storage: Calculate silo/storage bin capacity. Estimate grain volume after harvest. Plan warehouse space. 3. Livestock Water Troughs: Size water containers for animals. Calculate refilling frequency. BUSINESS APPLICATIONS: 1. Moving & Relocation: Estimate truck size needed for house move. Calculate storage unit size required. Plan packing materials. 2. Food & Beverage: Calculate ingredient volumes for bulk production. Size mixing tanks and containers. Plan cold storage capacity. 3. Manufacturing: Calculate raw material storage needs. Estimate production output volume. Plan quality control sampling. EDUCATION & LEARNING: Students learn geometry and volume concepts. Calculate sphere/cylinder volumes for experiments. Understand real-world math applications. COST ESTIMATION: Material Cost: Know volume × price per unit = total cost. Concrete: 7.5 m³ × ₹6,000/m³ = ₹45,000. Soil: 10 m³ × ₹800/m³ = ₹8,000. Sand: 5 m³ × ₹1,200/m³ = ₹6,000. Gravel: 8 m³ × ₹1,500/m³ = ₹12,000. Quick Reference - Common Items: Standard brick = 230 × 115 × 75 mm = 0.002 m³. Cement bag (50kg) = 0.035 m³. 20L water can = 0.02 m³. iPhone 15 Pro Max = 160 × 78 × 8.3 mm = 0.000103 m³. Basketball = diameter 24.3cm, volume = 0.0075 m³. The cubic calculator is truly versatile and used by homeowners, contractors, students, logistics professionals, farmers, and businesses worldwide!