NMFC 166270 - Railway Track Crossing, Steel | Class 70

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Bundle crossing panels and steel parts on skids with 4x4 dunnage; band with steel strapping and edge protectors to prevent strap bite and shifting.
2. Shield machined flangeways and bolt-up surfaces with VCI wrap or corrugated pads; mark Do Not Stack if the bundle can deform under top load.
3. Separate mixed contents (panels, plates, hardware) into labeled crates or partitions, and list piece counts on the BOL as NMFC 166270, Class 70.
4. Share handling needs with the carrier—forklift pocket spacing, total weight, and center-of-gravity—so terminals can stage the heavy steel safely.

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

• Fixed Class 70 rating enables predictable LTL quotes and minimizes reclass/reweigh disputes.
• Bundled steel crossings reduce touches in terminals, lowering damage risk and claim costs for critical rail jobs.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and speeds scheduling for track outage windows.
• Clear NMFC mapping streamlines procurement and invoicing, helping project managers lock in freight budgets early.