NMFC 124455 - Vehicle Power Liftgates | Class Varies

Note 124456: NOTE-Applies on articles designed to be attached to a vehicle for raising or lowering freight from the vehicle to the ground.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm packaging as “packages” per Item 170, then measure the full skid or crate footprint including overhang and height. Weigh the packed unit and compute density (lb/ft³) to determine the rating.
2. Protect the power unit and hydraulics: cap all ports, secure the pump/motor assembly, bundle wiring harnesses and control box, and block the platform to prevent movement. Mark center-of-gravity and This Side Up.
3. Follow Note 124456 guidance: use a 4‑way forkable skid, no product overhang, edge/corner protection, and banding through structural points. Add drip liners if prefilled with oil and cushion mounting brackets.
4. On the BOL, describe as “Liftgate, power, vehicle mounting, NMFC 124455, packaged.” Include net and gross weight, dimensions, and photos for carrier audit to avoid reweigh/reclass fees.

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

• Density-based rating rewards compact crating, reducing freight class and cutting LTL spend when you minimize cube without compromising protection.
• Compliant packaging under Item 170 and Note 124456 reduces damage risk to pumps, cylinders, and platforms, lowering claims and downtime for installers.
• Accurate descriptions and density data speed quotes and tendering, preventing costly reclassifications, inspections, and shipment delays at terminals.
• Fork-friendly skids and clear labeling improve dock handling efficiency, reducing accessorials like rework or special handling and accelerating delivery to upfitters.