NMFC 131800 - Tractor Brake Drums | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Reference NMFC 131800 for quotes and routing, and note “Tractor Brake Drums, without attachments” on the BOL. Confirm the final class with your carrier since no range is listed.
2. Palletize drums flat and prevent roll: use edge protectors, corrugated or plywood dividers, and double steel or poly bands through the bores. Example: stack 8–12 drums on a 48x40 pallet with dunnage blocks.
3. Control corrosion and handling risk: VCI wrap or oiled paper plus desiccants, stretch-wrap containment, and a “HEAVY—DO NOT ROLL” label. Mark piece count and per-piece weight clearly.
4. Document specifics: describe as cast iron tractor brake drums, no attachments; include total weight, pallet dimensions, and non-hazardous status. Add photos of packaging for claim protection.

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

• Cuts claims and returns by stabilizing heavy drums and protecting machined surfaces, keeping brake faces clean and chip-free.
• Avoids reclass/reweigh fees through precise NMFC reference and full specs, especially helpful when the class range is not published.
• Improves LTL rates by nesting drums and maximizing pallet density, reducing cubic footprint and accessorial risk.
• Speeds dock turns: banded, forklift-ready pallets reduce hand-load labor and minimize detention or special-handling charges.