NMFC 124540 - Manual Transmissions in Boxes | Class 70–92.5

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm the product is a manual drivetrain unit (transmission, gearbox, or transaxle) and ship it in a rigid box; drain gear oil, cap ports, and bag the unit to prevent seepage.
2. Use heavy‑duty corrugated or wood boxes with internal blocking; protect input/output shafts, sensors, and splines using foam, caps, or molded inserts to prevent side-impact damage.
3. Palletize the closed box to avoid conveyor jams: center on the pallet, eliminate overhang, add corner boards, then strap and wrap. Mark “This Side Up” and “Manual Transmission—Boxed.”
4. Quote LTL with NMFC 124540 and select the correct boxed sub per NMFTA; two fixed classes fall in the 70–92.5 range. Provide weight and exterior box dimensions on the BOL for accurate rates.

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

• Predictable rating with two fixed classes reduces reclass risk and helps forecast landed costs for drivetrain shipments.
• Boxed packaging lowers claim frequency by shielding housings and shafts, cutting write‑offs and customer downtime.
• Non‑hazardous designation streamlines paperwork and speeds dock processing, improving overall transit reliability.
• Using the correct NMFC code improves carrier acceptance and can unlock better LTL tariffs across multi‑lane networks.