NMFC 24500 - Boat Group Articles | Class N/A
Classify boats and named parts in NMFC 24500. Includes hulls and marine components in crates, racks, or shrink wrap. Non-hazardous and fast to quote for LTL.
Freight Group ID
24500
Boat Group umbrella entry for NMFC 24500
Total Articles
21
NMFC articles in this group
Class Range
50-175
No fixed class; see named boat items
NMFC Articles in this Group
How to Use This Classification
- Start with Note, item 24502, then select the specific named NMFC item that matches your boat type or part (e.g., hull, deck section, mast).
- Record critical specs: material (fiberglass, aluminum, wood), overall length/beam/height, and any overhang on cradles or racks; oversize rules may apply.
- Choose packaging that protects the hull form—use cradles, A-frames, or racks; add shrink-wrap with chafe guards, soft slings, and clear lifting/securement points.
- Quote and tender with the named item’s class, not this header; include accessorials like crane pickup, marina/boatyard service, or overlength so carriers can plan equipment.
Business Value
- Reduces reclass and rebills by directing you to the correct named NMFC item for each boat or component.
- Speeds quoting by clarifying that class is defined under named items, enabling faster carrier responses for oversize marine freight.
- Improves damage prevention through packaging cues specific to hulls and large marine parts, lowering claims and downtime.
- Optimizes carrier selection, since not all LTL networks accept boats; using the group correctly filters viable options early.