NMFC 129150 - Iron Rail Stands/Blocks | Class 60–85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm which weight-break applies (two classes: 60 or 85) based on actual shipment weight, then match the correct NMFC sub to your bill of lading.
2. Palletize whenever possible: use heavy hardwood skids, steel or poly banding, and corner boards. Keep stands contained to prevent roll or shift in transit.
3. If shipping loose, block and brace with dunnage or cribbing on the trailer floor, and request proper load securement handling from the carrier.
4. Mark each bundle with total weight and piece count, and place center-of-gravity labels on asymmetrical stands to guide safe forklift or sling lifts.

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

• Leverage weight-based rules to pursue the lower class at higher weights, improving LTL rates without changing product specs.
• Palletized, unitized loads reduce handling time and damage risk, cutting claims and minimizing detention or special handling fees.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines paperwork and carrier acceptance, speeding tender-to-pickup timelines for maintenance yards and track projects.
• Accurate weights and clear labeling help avoid carrier reweigh or reclass charges, stabilizing quoted freight costs.