NMFC 166470 - Rail Drawbridge Guides | Class 50

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Rate and book at Class 50 with NMFC 166470 on the BOL; no density calculation is required for these iron or steel guides.
2. Bundle straight guides with timber dunnage and steel banding, add edge protectors, and create forklift pockets for safe, stable handling.
3. Cap or protect machined ends and guide faces; wrap with corrosion inhibitors or plastic if storing outdoors before pickup.
4. Flag longest piece length on the quote; long, rigid rails may trigger length fees, so choose carriers experienced with rail hardware.

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

• Fixed Class 50 yields predictable rating and reduces reclass disputes, keeping administrative time and surprise charges down.
• Durable steel construction fits a low class, often securing better LTL rates compared to lighter, bulkier fabrications.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines paperwork and avoids hazmat surcharges, accelerating dock processing and transit.
• Using the exact NMFC 166470 improves claim defensibility and speeds carrier acceptance for rail infrastructure parts.