NMFC 114735 - Chainsaw Cutter Bars in Boxes | Class 65

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Use a sturdy corrugated box and install a tip guard or scabbard so the bar nose can’t puncture the carton during handling.
2. Sleeve or wrap the rails to prevent abrasion, add snug void fill, and pack the bar flat to reduce bending or edge damage.
3. For dealer/OEM shipments, box each bar, then palletize cartons; band and stretch‑wrap with no protrusions. Watch for overlength fees if any carton approaches 96 inches.
4. On the BOL, cite NMFC 114735, Class 65: “Bars, cutter, chain saw, iron or steel, in boxes,” and include piece count, total weight, and carton dimensions for accurate LTL quotes.

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

• Predictable costs: Fixed Class 65 (not density-based) delivers consistent rating across sizes and models.
• Fewer claims: Boxed packaging with tip protection cuts damage risk, speeding replacements for shops and forestry crews.
• Lower reclass exposure: Meeting the “in boxes” requirement helps avoid fees, delays, and billing disputes.
• Better consolidation: Cartonized bars palletize efficiently, improving trailer cube and reducing per‑unit freight spend for distributors.