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NMFC 119020 - Auto-Mounted Wrecker Cranes | Class N/A

Article ID
119020
NMFC 119020 for wrecker trucks
Freight Group
MACHINERY GROUP
Machinery Group exception for auto-mounted cranes
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
Exception rated; no fixed class shown
Hazardous
No
Non‑hazardous vehicle-mounted crane equipment

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
119020.00 Cranes, other than revolving, mounted on automobiles (Wrecker Trucks for towing or hauling disabled vehicles):

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Describe the unit precisely: “Non‑revolving crane wrecker truck, boom stowed, on chassis.” Include VIN, overall L x W x H, and curb weight for accurate rating.
  2. If shipping complete trucks, stow and pin the boom, wheel‑lift, and underlift below legal height; chock wheels and chain to OEM frame tie‑downs only.
  3. For detached crane assemblies, block on a steel or hardwood skid, band through lift eyes, and cap hydraulic ports to prevent leaks and contamination.
  4. Request quotes as an exception item under NMFC 119020; if dimensions push height over 10 ft, compare step‑deck vs RGN options for safe clearance.

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

Business Value

  • Correct exception-item use reduces reclasses and surprise accessorials on heavy vehicle shipments.
  • Clear identification of non‑revolving wrecker cranes avoids misrating as revolving or knuckle‑boom equipment.
  • On‑chassis securement and documented dimensions speed carrier approvals and cut dwell time.
  • Non‑hazardous designation simplifies paperwork and allows faster quoting across carriers.