NMFC 165130 - Railway Arch Bars | Class 50

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Palletize arch bars in balanced bundles and band tightly with edge protectors; use 4-way pallets or steel skids rated for the load to simplify forklift handling.
2. Shield machined faces and bolt holes with caps or covers, then apply VCI wrap or rust inhibitor to prevent corrosion during LTL transfers and short-term storage.
3. Block and brace each bundle to stop rolling or shifting; use hardwood runners or cribbing so curved profiles sit flat and the center of gravity stays low.
4. Print the BOL with “Arch Bars, railway car or locomotive — NMFC 165130, Class 50 (Non-Hazardous)” and list piece count, pallet count, and total weight for clean audits.

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

• Class 50, fixed-rate simplicity: predictable LTL pricing without density calculations or reclass surprises.
• Lower claims risk: rugged steel parts protected with bracing and edge guards reduce transit damage and downtime for rail maintenance crews.
• Faster dock turns: standardized pallet or skid loading speeds cross-dock moves and shortens dwell, improving on-time performance.
• Cleaner billing: the precise NMFC 165130 listing cuts disputes, minimizes rebills, and stabilizes freight budgets for railcar and locomotive programs.