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NMFC 132460 - Power Concrete Trowels | Class N/A

Article ID
132460
NMFC 132460 for power trowel shipments
Freight Group
MACHINERY GROUP
Machinery Group—powered concrete finishing gear
Class Range
N/A 0 classification
Class N/A; follow boxed or crated rules
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous; ship dry, fuel removed

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
132460.00 Trowels, power, concrete smoothing or finishing, NOI, in boxes or crates:

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Prepare the machine: drain fuel and oil, lock or fold handles, remove blades or fit blade rings, and cap any vents before boxing or crating.
  2. For crated shipments, bolt the base to a skid with four lag screws, block the engine head, and add 4-way forklift entry for safe terminal handling.
  3. For boxed units, use double-wall corrugate with wood runners, foam around the gearbox and throttle cable, and band to a pallet to prevent tip-over.
  4. Mark orientation and lift points clearly, include model/serial and dry weight on the BOL, and note “non-hazardous—no fuel” for quicker carrier intake.

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

Business Value

  • Reduced damage and downtime by stabilizing the rotor and engine, lowering claims and replacement costs on high-value power trowels.
  • Avoids reclass fees by matching NMFC wording—declare “boxed” or “crated” precisely and align packaging with documentation.
  • Faster cross-dock moves with 4-way skids and labeled lift zones, cutting handling time and potential accessorials.
  • Non-hazardous status enables simpler routing and fewer surcharges, helping maintain predictable LTL freight rates.