NMFC 132180 - Tractor Treads, Metal | Class 65

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Bundle and protect: nest treads face-to-face, add edge guards, then band tightly (steel or heavy poly). Wrap with corrugated or VCI paper and package on a skid or in a crate.
2. Distribute weight: keep the center of mass over pallet stringers, limit stack height, and use 48x40 or 48x48 pallets with dense deck boards for safer forklift handling.
3. Document precisely on the BOL: “Tractor treads, metal, in packages – NMFC 132180 – Class 65.” Include piece count and total weight; density details are not required.
4. Reduce handling risks: stretch-wrap over banding to contain loose shoes or pins, apply Heavy labels, and ask for non-stackable service if bundles are tall or uneven.

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

• Predictable LTL pricing at Class 65 helps control freight budgets for dealers, rental fleets, and farm operations.
• Non-hazardous status eliminates hazmat surcharges and simplifies carrier acceptance and driver handling.
• Packaged unitization and clear labeling lower damage risk and claim rates for heavy metal components.
• Accurate NMFC usage reduces reclass/rebill exposure, speeding quotes, pickups, and dock release times.