NMFC 181160 - Aircraft Fuel Tanks, Aluminum | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Document tanks as drained, purged, and vapor-free; cap all ports and vents and include a cleaning certificate inside the crate.
2. Support thin aluminum skins with foam-lined cradles and wide nylon straps; block and brace to prevent denting or torsion during LTL handling.
3. Pick packaging to match the move: heavy-duty wood crates for domestic LTL, or steel containers for export and repeated fleet transfers; mark lift points and center of gravity.
4. Label each unit with model and serial; record dimensions and weight per crate and photograph interior bracing before tender to streamline receiving and claims.

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

• Non-hazardous, empty tanks avoid hazmat surcharges and broaden carrier selection.
• Purpose-built crating reduces damage risk to thin-walled aluminum, cutting claims and turnaround delays.
• Clear identification as NMFC 181160 helps prevent reclass/reweigh disputes and stabilizes freight rates.
• Reusable steel containers support return logistics for maintenance cycles, lowering total landed cost.