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NMFC 130000 - Power Shovel Parts | Class 55–92.5

Article ID
130000
NMFC 130000 for power shovel parts
Freight Group
MACHINERY GROUP
Machinery Group—heavy equipment components
Class Range
55-92.5 3 classifications
Three classes spanning 55 to 92.5
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous; standard LTL handling

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
130000.00 Shovel Parts, power:
130050.00 Steam, Electric or Gasoline Shovel Parts, iron or steel:
130060.00 Dipper Fronts, Lips or Nose Plates; or Dipper or Bucket Parts, cast or forged, not machine finished, NOI, A-frame Legs, Eye Bars or Truck Arch Bars 65
130065.00 Dipper or Bucket Teeth, Tooth Bases, Tooth Points, or Parts thereof, NOI, cast or forged, not machine finished 55
130070.00 Pinions or Racks 65
130080.00 Parts, NOI 92.5

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Confirm the exact part type before quoting—buckets, booms, pins, or hydraulic cylinders—and choose packaging to match: heavy cast parts in blocked wood crates, long members on reinforced skids.
  2. Protect hydraulic and precision pieces: cap all ports, drain residual oil, wrap exposed rods, and use edge guards and stretch film to prevent abrasion during LTL handling.
  3. Distribute weight low and centered on pallets; band with steel or heavy poly (two bands minimum, crossing directions). For items over 8 ft, add cross-bracing and forklift entry points.
  4. Print the NMFC item (130000) and chosen class on the BOL; list package count, weight per handling unit, and note “non-hazardous machinery parts” to streamline inspections.

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

Business Value

  • Correctly applying NMFC 130000 minimizes reclass fees and shortens quote cycles, improving bid accuracy on time-sensitive projects.
  • Using sturdy crates or skids can qualify freight for lower classes within the 55–92.5 range, reducing LTL rates without sacrificing protection.
  • Better blocking, banding, and corner protection cut transit damage and claim costs, keeping jobsite rebuilds and downtime to a minimum.
  • Consolidating small hardware kits with major assemblies reduces handling charges and shrinkage, while clearer documentation speeds terminal processing.