The Standard Sizes and Their Uses
- 8x8x8 Boxes: These boxes are perfect for small, compact items.
- 9x9x9 Boxes: These are a step up in size, great for slightly bulkier items.
- Flat Boxes (15 x 15, 14 x 4): These are game-changers for shipping flat or slim items.
Box sizes and their purposes
| Box type | Box volume | Weight capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Dish box | 5 cubic feet | up to 35 pounds |
| Large box | 4.5 cubic feet | up to 31.5 pounds |
| Medium-sized box | 3 cubic feet | up to 21 pounds |
| Small box | 1.5 cubic feet | up to 21 pounds |
FedEx® Large Box
Inside dimensions: 17.88" x 12.38" x 3" (45.40 cm x 31.43 cm x 7.62 cm). Maximum weight allowed: 20 lbs. (9.07 kg). Weight when empty: 14.5 oz.
What is considered a large shipping boxLarge boxes (18 x 18 x 24 inches or 4.5 cubic feet): Made for bulkier items such as comforters, pillows, linens, vases, large dishes, board games and more. Extra large boxes (22 x 22 x 21.5 inches): Bulky items like large pillows, towels and blankets.
How big is the biggest box
46 feet long
Guinness Book Record: World's Largest Cardboard Box – YouTube. PASADENA, CA- Chegg.com, the leading online textbook rental company, has SMASHED the record for the world's largest cardboard box at 46 feet long, 20 feet wide and 9 feet tall.With FedEx Express® U.S. services, you can ship packages up to 150 lbs (68kg), up to 119" (302cm) in length and 165" (419cm) in length and girth. With FedEx Express international services, you can ship packages up to 150 lbs (68kg), up to 108" (274cm) in length and 130" (330cm) in length and girth.
What is cheapest way to ship large packages
USPS Priority Mail is the cheapest way to ship a large package. To obtain the lowest rate you must use USPS Priority Mail branded packaging. If you need faster delivery, both UPS Simple Rate and FedEx One Rate give you more choices. The faster the delivery, the more you will pay.
First-Class Package International Service: Maximum length is 24”, and combined maximum length + height + thickness is 36" For other international packages, length (the longest side of the package) plus total girth (distance around the thickest part) of your package must be under 108".
What size is oversized shipping
UPS's definition of large packages
UPS defines a package as oversized if it has dimensions of more than 165” of combined length and girth, or the longest side does not measure more than 108”, or weighs heavier than 150 lbs.Extra-Large Moving Box: 24" x 18" x 24" Box for Moving.USPS Parcel Select has competitive commercial shipping rates on boxes weighing up to 70 pounds. FedEx Ground also offers a competitive option, if the boxes adhere to their 70-pound weight limit. UPS Ground can work for heavier items up to 150 pounds.
Inside dimensions: 23.62” x 18.50” x 13.39” (60cm x 47cm x 34cm). Weight when empty: 37oz. Double-walled box for added strength.
How do I ship a large heavy itemTo ship items weighing over 70 but less than 150 lbs, you can use FedEx Ground. Heavy items require a safety label which you can get directly from FedEx. To ship items that are over 150 lbs, you can use FedEx Freight, which we talked about in the previous section.
How do I ship something very largeFor shipping large boxes and packages up to 70lbs the USPS ground service is a good option, but make sure you check your package is within the USPS weight and size limits. Anything over 70lbs and you'll need to consider one of the large and heavy courier services from FedEx or UPS.
Can I use any box to ship international
You can ship your own regular kraft box, envelope, or custom packaging with Priority Mail International, weighing up to 70 lbs (some countries have lower limits). You can also use the Flat Rate Boxes or Envelopes that are available at the Post Office or from USPS.com/supplies.
With FedEx Ground® and FedEx Home Delivery® Services, you can ship packages up to 150 lbs (68kg), up to 108" (274cm) in length, and 165" (419cm) in length plus girth. Place yellow and black safety heavyweight labels over the diagonal corners of the package if it weighs more than 75 lbs (34kg).For shipping large boxes and packages up to 70lbs the USPS ground service is a good option, but make sure you check your package is within the USPS weight and size limits. Anything over 70lbs and you'll need to consider one of the large and heavy courier services from FedEx or UPS.42 Litre Int Size 405 x 365 x 280mm (ideal for suspension files)
| Box Size | Dimensions (length x width x depth – mm) | |
|---|---|---|
| 42 litre Really Useful Box | 755-0042 | 520 x 440 x 310 | 405 x 365 x 280 |
| 50 litre Really Useful Box | 755-0050 | 710 x 440 x 230 | 605 x 370 x 200 |
| 64 litre Really Useful Box | 755-0064 | 710 x 440 x 310 | 605 x 370 x 280 |