NMFC 165890 - Industrial Rail Cars, NOI | Class 77.5-100

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the exact car type and configuration (cinder, dump, furnace charging, hot metal ladle, mine, slag) and note whether wheels, couplers, or brake gear are installed to plan securement points and deck blocking.
2. Prepare the unit for transport: cool and fully drain ladles or slag boxes, remove loose debris, cap grease points, and secure doors or gates; keep it clean so it remains non-hazardous under this NMFC.
3. Choose a handling method that fits size and weight—small mine carts may ship on steel-reinforced skids or in framed crates; heavier four-wheel cars load as machinery on open deck with chain tie-downs and bolted wheel chocks.
4. Document NMFC 165890 on the BOL with dims, weight, and center-of-gravity notes; include photos highlighting chain lugs or lift points to speed carrier acceptance and avoid rework at pickup.

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

• Predictable rating within Class 77.5–100 reduces reclass risk and improves quoting accuracy for specialized rail carts and ladle cars.
• Non-hazardous status avoids hazmat surcharges when units are cleaned and drained, lowering total freight cost and simplifying paperwork.
• Using skids, crates, or bolted wheel blocking minimizes handling time and accessorials, cutting detention and improving dock throughput.
• Clear NMFC alignment for Railway Group equipment streamlines carrier approval, shortens transit starts, and reduces claim exposure on refractory-lined components.