Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 16652.00 | Horse Jumps or Horse Jump Sections, wood, see Note, item 16659, viz.: | |
| 16654.00 | Gates, Flower Boxes, Liverpools, Blocks, Caps or Ground Lines, SU or SU in sections, in packages | 85 |
| 16655.00 | Gates, Flower Boxes, Liverpools, Blocks, Caps or Ground Lines, KD; or Standards, Walls, Bank Jumps, Brush Boxes (Brush Jumps) or Round Log Cavallettis, KD flat; in boxes | 70 |
| 16656.00 | Rails (Poles), in packages | 70 |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Identify the form you’re shipping: fully boxed jump sections often rate differently than wrapped/bundled pieces. Match packaging to the correct subclass within Class 70–85.
- Protect long rails and standards: pad ends, add edge protectors, cap hardware, and use tight stretch wrap inside double‑wall cartons or secure bundles to prevent scuffs and split‑outs.
- Flag oversize lengths: declare the longest piece (e.g., 10–12 ft rails) on the BOL to plan for excess‑length handling and avoid surprise accessorials.
- Document clearly: write “Horse Jumps, wood, NMFC 16652,” list piece count and packaging type (boxes or packages), and include handling notes like ‘Do Not Drag—Lift at center.’
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Packaging to the lower subclass can reduce LTL rates versus higher classes, improving margins on bulky equestrian equipment.
- Clean NMFC labeling minimizes reclass and inspection fees, keeping deliveries on schedule for barns, show venues, and training facilities.
- Declaring excess length up front avoids avoidable surcharges and re-delivery costs, stabilizing landed cost per jump set.
- Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and speeds tendering, helping manufacturers and resellers quote faster and win orders.