Pyramid volume
Geometry / FREE CALCULATOR
Calculate volume of a pyramid from base area and perpendicular height.
Your answer starts here.
Enter your values and select Calculate to see the result and any available breakdown.
How to use this calculator
- Enter base area. Use the unit shown beside the field.
- Enter perpendicular height. Use the unit shown beside the field.
- Select Calculate and review the result. Select Reset to restore the example inputs.
How the calculation works
Base area*Perpendicular height/3
Worked example
Base area = 30; Perpendicular height = 6. Result: 60 cubic units.
Understand your result
Calculate volume of a pyramid from base area and perpendicular height. The result is expressed in cubic units.
Assumptions and limitations
Base area and height must use compatible squared and linear units. Results are rounded for display.
Questions about this tool
What does this tool calculate?
Calculate volume of a pyramid from base area and perpendicular height.
What should I check before using the answer?
Base area and height must use compatible squared and linear units.
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