Export Notes · 4 min read · 2026-08-05
Why gross weight decides your spare parts freight cost
Two parts with the same value can differ by a factor of five in freight once packing and volumetric weight are counted.
Air freight is charged on the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight, so a light but bulky item such as an outrigger pad can cost more to ship than a heavier, compact valve block. That is why every listing shows both net and gross weight plus the carton size.
For sea freight the calculation changes again: volume matters more than weight, and consolidation with other orders can reduce cost significantly. If you are buying several part numbers, send the full list and we will quote both a consolidated and a split shipment.
Need this part identified?
Send the old part and the two nameplates. We confirm the specification before quoting.