NMFC 147480 - Military Field Lighting Outfits | Class 85

Note 147482: NOTE-Each generator or generator and engine combined may be mounted on or accompanied by a trailer. Trailers may be loose.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Mark the BOL with NMFC 147480, Class 85, and describe the shipment as complete military field lighting outfits to keep the kit rated under the Outfits Group.
2. Package components in sturdy cartons or wood crates: cap generator exhausts, protect control panels, bag fasteners, and coil cables on reels to prevent abrasion.
3. Drain fuel and oil from generator-engine units, purge lines, and tag as “dry” to maintain non-hazardous status and avoid carrier refusal.
4. Verify scope against NMFC note item 147482: exclude searchlights and aviation beacons, and ship the set as a unified outfit to avoid reclass.

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

• Fixed Class 85 simplifies quoting and avoids density disputes, reducing unexpected reclass fees.
• Non-hazardous status accelerates carrier acceptance and cuts paperwork time for tenders.
• Outfits rating lets you ship complete lighting sets together, limiting accessorials from split pieces or mismatched NMFC items.
• Proper crating and cable management reduce transit damage, lowering claims and downtime for field operations.