FedEx Size Restrictions
| Service | Max Length | Max Weight |
| FedEx Ground | 108" (274 cm) | 150 lbs (68 kg) |
| FedEx 2-Day | 119" (302 cm) | 150 lbs (68 kg) |
| FedEx 2-Day AM | 119" (302 cm) | 150 lbs (68 kg) |
| FedEx Express Saver | 119" (302 cm) | 150 lbs (68 kg) |
What are the maximum dimensions for FedEx?
What are the maximum dimensions of packages accepted by FedEx? Maximum 274cm in length, or maximum of 330 cm in length and girth combined (girth = 2 x height + 2 x width) for shipments. For more information, contact Customer Service.
What is the weight limit for FedEx Express?
• With FedEx Express international services, you can ship packages up to 150 lbs.; up to 108" in length and 130" in length and girth. • With FedEx Express® Freight Services, you can ship individual skids of 150 lbs. or more. Skids exceeding 2,200 lbs. in weight or exceeding 70" in height, 119" in length, or 80" in width require prior approval.
What is the length limit for FedEx?
These are as follows: The maximum limits for FedEx Express U.S. packages are 150 pounds, 119 inches in length, and 165 inches in length and girth. Packages that weigh 150 pounds or less and exceed 108 inches in length or 130 inches in length and girth are considered “oversize” packages.
What are the dimensions of a FedEx Express envelope?
• Inside dimensions: 9.252” x 13.189” (23.5cm x 33.5cm). • Maximum weight allowed: 17.6 oz. (500 g).* • Weight when empty: 1.8 oz. • For documents (up to approximately 60 pages, 8.25" x 11.75", 21 x 29.7 cm). * FedEx Envelope shipments exceeding 0.5kg will be charged at FedEx Large Pak rates.
Does FedEx care about dimensions?
*FedEx reserves the right to re-weigh and measure each package to verify the actual weight and dimensional weight provided by the sender. If the dimensional weight exceeds the actual weight, the package will be rated based on dimensional weight and subject to additional charges.
How does FedEx calculate oversize?
FedEx applies: Since 18 January 2010, shipments where dimensional weight exceeds actual weight are charged according to the following volumetric calculation: Dimensional weight in kg per package = Length x Height x Width in cm / 5,000.
Can I use my own box for FedEx Express?
Use FedEx Express packaging for FedEx Express package shipments only; any other use is prohibited. You may use your own packaging if boxes are sturdy and undamaged with all flaps intact. Chipboard boxes, such as gift or shoe boxes, must be packed into a corrugated outer box. Use double-wall boxes for heavier items.
What is the largest size package FedEx will ship?
With FedEx Ground® and FedEx Home Delivery® Services, you can ship packages up to 150 lbs; up to 108" in length, and 165" 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.
What is considered an oversized shipment?
The more common measurement that pushes shipments into the “oversize” category is width. Anything over 8.5 feet wide is considered oversized load; shipments exceeding 12 feet wide may require one to two pilot vehicles in the front and/or back of the flatbed truck.
Can I wrap a box in plastic and ship it?
Seal oversized pieces in bubble wrap, packing paper, or shrink wrap. It will keep them from being damaged or scratched during transit. Placing your wrapped item inside a box will add protection. If you choose to ship without the box, use plenty of packing material when wrapping and secure it with tape.
Can I use Amazon box to ship FedEx?
Yes, you can ship the items in their original box, and it is the most recommended way for sending various items.
How big is a FedEx large box?
17.88" x 12.38" x 3"FedEx Box - Large 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.