NMFC 119520 - Dipper Handles, Dredge | Class 65

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Describe on the BOL as “Dipper Handles, dredge or power shovel,” NMFC 119520, Class 65. Note any overlength so carriers plan proper handling.
2. Stabilize the long handle on a timber skid with chocks and blocking, then band using steel strapping and edge protectors to prevent bowing.
3. Protect machined pivot bosses and bushings with caps and VCI wrap; shrink-wrap exposed surfaces to limit corrosion during transit or storage.
4. Use a spreader bar or dual pick points when loading to avoid bending; label center of gravity and band a small box of pins/bushings to the skid.

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

• Fixed Class 65 rating streamlines quoting and reduces reclass disputes, controlling LTL costs for oversized metal components.
• No density calculation needed, enabling faster paperwork and fewer inspection delays for rebuilders and OEM service teams.
• Damage-resistant packing guidance reduces field downtime on dredges and shovels, preventing costly job-site interruptions.
• Consistent commodity listing supports multi-location programs—consolidate handles under one NMFC to simplify contracts and rate negotiations.