NMFC 106400 – Rails, NOI | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Declare rail length, piece count, and total weight on the BOL; note overlength thresholds common in LTL (e.g., 8–12 ft) to avoid surprise accessorials.
2. Bundle rails tightly with steel strapping over wood dunnage; add spacers to create forklift pockets and use edge/end protectors to prevent strap bite and gouging.
3. Match the mode to the stick length: short cut sections can ride palletized LTL; long rails often require flatbed or LTL carriers that accept side or crane loading.
4. Mark bundles clearly as “Rails, NOI – NMFC 106400”; apply Do Not Stack labels when appropriate and block/braceloads with chocks or bolsters to prevent roll or shift.

Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.

• Correct use of NMFC 106400 reduces reclass fees and inspection delays, keeping quotes aligned with final invoices.
• Carrier-friendly bundling (tight bands, dunnage spacers) speeds handling, lowers damage risk, and cuts claims costs.
• Right-sizing shipments—combining sections into manageable bundles—improves forklift efficiency and reduces detention at pickup and delivery.
• Choosing the proper mode for length and weight mitigates overlength charges and minimizes special equipment surcharges.