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NMFC 143730 - Pumping Power Units on Skids | Class 85

Article ID
143730
Pumping power units, packaged or skid-mounted
Freight Group
OIL, WATER OR GAS WELL GROUP
Built for oil, water, gas well work
Class Range
85 1 classification
Assigned fixed Class 85 rating
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous for common LTL networks

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
143730.00 Powers, pumping, in packages or on skids 85

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. Mark the BOL with “Powers, pumping” and NMFC 143730, and note whether the unit is packaged or shipped on a skid for clear handling instructions.
  2. Cap hydraulic and fuel ports, disconnect or protect electrical leads, and band the unit to a solid skid with edge protectors; crate or shrink-wrap to contain accessories.
  3. Lower risk by draining residual fuel and oils when feasible, labeling lift points and center of gravity, and providing forklift or sling clearance on the skid.
  4. From well sites or yards without docks, request liftgate or rigging support and specify any oversize controls or guards that extend beyond the skid footprint.

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

Business Value

  • Fixed NMFC Class 85 eliminates density-based reclass risks, streamlining quotes and invoice audits.
  • Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and helps avoid hazmat surcharges and paperwork.
  • Standardized packing on skids or in crates reduces handling damage, cutting claim exposure and downtime.
  • Predictable rating accelerates procurement-to-deployment for oilfield and water-treatment jobs, improving schedule reliability.