NMFC 125140 - Drilling Augers & Bits | Class 77.5

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Measure the full length and outside diameter of the flights, then report exact dimensions. At 12 feet or longer, these may ship loose per NMFC, but confirm carrier acceptance and overlength policies first.
2. Protect cutting edges: cap teeth, guard the flighting, and band to a skid when packaged. Use V-boards and chocks so helical sections can’t roll or bite into adjacent freight.
3. Bundle identical bits with spacers to prevent metal-on-metal abrasion, and label piece count (e.g., “3 Bundled Augers”). Keep fork access clear so docks can handle safely.
4. For long foundation or utility augers (e.g., 14 ft), block and brace in a cradle or use pipe racks if not moving loose. Mark ends with high-visibility flags and note overlength on the BOL.

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

• Single, fixed Class 77.5 simplifies quoting and reduces reclass risk, improving rate accuracy for LTL and partials.
• Loose eligibility at 12+ feet can eliminate crating costs and shorten turnarounds for rental yards and drilling contractors.
• Proper edge protection and bundling cut damage claims and preserve expensive carbide-tipped tooling, lowering total landed cost.
• Accurate dimension reporting helps avoid surprise overlength and handling fees, stabilizing margins on repetitive project shipments.