Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 147625.00 | Military Communications Outfits, in portable metal van-type personnel shelters, not on wheels or self-propelled nor mounted on vehicles, loose or in packages | 100 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Confirm the unit qualifies: metal van‑type personnel shelter, not on wheels or vehicle‑mounted. Note this on the BOL to align with NMFC 147625.
- Choose packaging to match the route: ship loose with blocking and bracing on a flatbed, or list as packages by crating/strapping to a timber base to protect doors and panels.
- Prep the shelter like sensitive equipment: remove antenna masts, cap RF/data connectors, secure internal racks and drawers, and label lift points and center of gravity for riggers.
- Provide overall dimensions and actual weight for pricing and space planning even though the freight class is fixed at 100; request forklift pockets or a spreader bar if required.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Fixed Class 100 with a definitive NMFC code reduces reclass risk and speeds carrier quoting.
- Non-hazardous designation avoids hazmat fees and routing constraints, improving tender acceptance and transit options.
- Flexible packaging (loose or packaged) lets you select the lowest‑cost method by lane—crate for hub LTL, brace loose for direct or flatbed moves.
- Clear documentation of “not on wheels” prevents misrating as vehicle bodies, protecting margins and avoiding surprise upcharges.