The 3D Load Calculator

Create Your 3D Load Plan in a Few Simple Steps

No experience is required. Enter your cargo details and let the Pier2Pier 3D Load Calculator create an optimized loading plan for containers, trucks, airfreight ULDs or packages.

1. Enter your cargo details

   Add the length, width, height, weight and quantity of each cargo item.

2. Choose bulk or pallet loading

   Select whether the cargo should be loaded individually as bulk cargo or placed on pallets.

3. Select the loading equipment

   Choose a standard container, truck, airfreight ULD or package or enter your own equipment dimensions.

4. Set rotation and loading direction

   Choose which cargo rotations are allowed and select the preferred direction for loading the cargo.

5. Calculate and view your 3D load plan

   View the optimized result in 3D, create a PDF packing report or share the loading plan with others.

3D Load Calculator Features

• Optimize loading inside shipping containers
• Plan airfreight ULD loading
• Calculate truck and trailer loading
• Optimize cargo inside pharmaceutical packages
• Create custom cargo and equipment dimensions
• Control cargo rotation and stacking rules
• Choose bulk cargo or pallet loading
• Import cargo data from Excel and CSV
• Create PDF packing and loading plans
• Share load calculations with customers and colleagues
• Switch between metric and imperial measurements
• Apply safety margins for real-world packing tolerances

No registering or logging is required.

Start with manual cargo entry at no cost. A 6-week free trial gives you access to Excel and CSV import, customized equipment, pallet loading and additional packing options.

More Than a 3D Load Calculator

Reduce unused container space and turn complex packing lists into clear, step-by-step visual load plans. Pier2Pier also helps logistics teams track containers across more than 50 shipping lines, calculate Scope 3 CO2 emissions for ESG reporting and manage demurrage—all from one logistics platform.