what size is a medium parcel

What is a medium parcel?

Royal Mail classify a ‘medium parcel’ as one that is no bigger than 610mm x 460mm x 460mm and weighs no more than 20kg. To give you a rough idea of what that may mean, it usually includes gifts, shoes and possibly even a laptop. Hermes. Hermes used to categorise their courier charges according to a parcel’s weight only.

What are the different types of parcel sizes?

There are three types of parcel size: ‘Small Parcel’, ‘Medium Parcel’ and ‘Large Parcel’. Length of the item plus twice the diameter must be less than 104cm, with the greatest dimension less than 90cm. Royal Mail small parcels are up to 450mm x 350mm x 160mm in size with a maximum thickness of 160mm and a weight limit of 2Kg.

What size parcel can I send with a 13 inch laptop?

Medium Parcels Royal Mail medium parcels are up to 610mm x 460mm x 460mm in size with a maximum thickness of 460mm and a weight limit of 20KG. In terms of size, the boxes we recommend for 13 inch laptops would easily stay under the size limit, unless you have a lightweight laptop that weighs under 2KG, you will be charged for a medium parcel.

What size box can I post as a small parcel?

Take a look at just some of the small boxes we offer that could be posted as small parcels by the post office. Royal Mail medium parcels are up to 610mm x 460mm x 460mm in size with a maximum thickness of 460mm and a weight limit of 20KG.

What are the Royal Mail parcel sizes?

Post Office branch.Large Letters not exceeding: Length: 35.3cm Width: 25cm Thickness up to. ... Letters not exceeding: Length: 24cm Width: 16.5cm Thickness up to. ... Small Parcels not exceeding: Length: 45cm. Width: 35cm Depth: 16cm Weight limit: 2kg. ... Parcelforce Large Parcels not exceeding: 2.5m.

What is a Royal Mail Medium parcel?

Royal Mail medium parcels are up to 610mm x 460mm x 460mm in size with a maximum thickness of 460mm and a weight limit of 20KG.

What size is a Hermes small parcel?

Even our very small postable parcels also have to meet some size requirements (no more than 23cm wide, 35cm long and between 1 and 2.5cm deep) to be letterbox friendly.

What size is a large parcel Royal Mail?

Royal Mail Pricing In Proportion Large Parcel The very largest packages that Royal Mail handle are sent as Large parcels – those over 30kg, with a length of 1.5m and a maximum 3m length and depth combined.

How much does it cost to send a medium parcel Royal Mail?

£6.35Royal Mail Tracked pricesSizeWeight up toOnline Price Tracked 48Small Parcel2kg£4.35Medium Parcel2kg£6.3510kg£7.9520kg£11.452 more rows

Can you send any size parcel Royal Mail?

Length of the item plus twice the diameter must be less than 104cm, with the greatest dimension less than 90cm. Please note: the maximum weight limit for Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm® items is 20kg, and for Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9am® it's 2kg.

How do I calculate my Hermes parcel size?

Basically, to work out the volume of your parcel add together the two shortest dimensions and multiply by two and add the length. If the result of that calculation is equal or less than 245cm you can send your parcel via Hermes.

Does parcel size matter with Hermes?

You can send parcels that weigh up to 15kg and are 120cm long. We also have a maximum volume of 245cm, to calculate this yourself you just need to add together the 2 shortest dimensions and multiply this by 2. Add the length and if the number you get is less than 245 then you're good to go.

Is a shoe box a medium parcel?

Shoe box dimensions must fit small parcel guidelines As a rough rule of thumb, boxes for men's shoes are usually a bit larger than boxes for women's shoes. The average dimensions of a women's shoe box: Typical length: 33 cm.

What is the cheapest way to send a large package?

For single boxes, USPS is often the cheapest option. For large light boxes, USPS Priority Mail will be the cheapest. For heavy large boxes or shipments of multiple boxes, consolidated freight is one of the most cost-effective shipping methods.

What are the size limits for parcel post?

Maximum Parcel Size Pieces going to a domestic location may not measure more than 108 inches in length and girth combined. USPS Retail Ground® mailpieces are an exception; they may not measure more than 130 inches in length and girth combined.

Does postage go by weight or size?

For USPS Retail Ground, Parcel Select, and Bound Printed Matter, weight and How distance affects prices determine the price. For Library Mail and Media Mail, the price is determined only by weight, regardless of how far the mailpiece travels.

Is a shoe box a medium parcel?

Shoe box dimensions must fit small parcel guidelines As a rough rule of thumb, boxes for men's shoes are usually a bit larger than boxes for women's shoes. The average dimensions of a women's shoe box: Typical length: 33 cm.

How much is a medium parcel 2nd class?

How to use this serviceMedium parcelPriceOnline priceUp to 2kg£5.35£4.352-10kg£6.95£5.9510-20kg£10.45£9.45

How much does it cost to send a small parcel UK?

1st and 2nd Class prices1st ClassSmall Parcel 45cm long 35cm wide 16cm thick2kg£4.45Medium Parcel 61cm long 46cm wide 46cm thick2kg£6.9510kg£7.9520kg£12.957 more rows

How much is postage for a small parcel UK?

A standard letter that weighs up to 100g costs 76p using stamps or 69p with a franking machine and 65p with Mailmark. A small package that weighs 1-2kg costs up to £6.00 when posting in the United Kingdom.

How big is a parcel box?

Parcels offer some of the best value for your postage dollars. Parcel Dimensions. Generally, commercial parcels must measure: At least 3 inches high x 6 inches long x 1/4 inch thick.

How many inches is a mail piece?

Except for USPS Retail Ground and Parcel Select, no mailpiece may measure more than 108 inches in length and girth combined. Length is the measurement of the longest dimension and girth is the distance around the thickest part (perpendicular to the length). Maximum weight is 70 pounds.

What is the maximum weight of a machinable parcel?

Maximum weight is 70 pounds. Machinable Parcels. If you prepare your parcels so that they can be processed on Postal Service equipment, your parcel is considered "machinable.". Machinable parcels are easier to process and deliver, so they are less expensive to mail. Machinable parcels must measure:

How much weight can you put in a package?

No more than 25 pounds (35 pounds for Parcel Select and Parcel Return Service, except books and other printed matter which cannot exceed 25 pounds).

How big is a Royal Mail parcel?

Royal Mail small parcels are up to 450mm x 350mm x 160mm in size with a maximum thickness of 160mm and a weight limit of 2Kg.

What is Royal Mail?

The Royal Mail splits the level of postage charges between letters and parcels.

Can you make custom sized packaging?

We can produce custom sized packaging that not only will make sure you’re sending your goods in the optimal sized box but also provide your customers with a unique branding experience.

Is personal customer price covered by UK parcel?

Personal customers and marketplace seller prices are covered by their UK and International parcel