Below are example limits for some major carriers. These are guidelines — your shipment route, service type, or special handling may impose stricter limits.
Carrier | Maximum Weight | Maximum Dimensions / Size Limits |
|---|---|---|
UPS | Up to 150 lb (≈ 68 kg) for parcel services (beyond that it may be considered freight) | - Maximum length: 108″ (≈ 274 cm) (UPS) - Maximum “length + girth” (L + 2W + 2H) up to 165″ (≈ 419 cm) |
FedEx (International & Express services) | Up to 150 lb per package for many international and express services | - Maximum length: 108″ (≈ 274 cm) (FedEx) - Maximum length + girth: 130″ (≈ 330 cm) (FedEx) |
DHL Express | Up to 70 kg per parcel in many cases | - Example piece limits: 120 cm × 80 cm × 80 cm (for many parcels) (DHL Express) - For palletized / heavy shipments, much larger totals may apply (e.g. total shipment up to 3,000 kg) |