NMFC 183840 - Hand Drill/Auger Bits (Packaged) | Class 77.5

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Print the NMFC: 183840 and description on the BOL: “Bits, auger or drill, mine/quarry/well drilling, hand, in packages – Class 77.5.”
2. Protect cutting ends with tip guards or tubes, add corrugated dividers, and bundle sets inside a double‑wall master carton to prevent punctures.
3. List piece count, total weight, and outer dimensions even though class is fixed; carriers use dims for capacity planning and potential overlength rules.
4. For long hand augers (e.g., 36 in), add corner protectors and strap inside the box so steel shafts don’t shift or break through the packaging.

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

• Fixed Class 77.5 provides predictable LTL rating, reducing reclass disputes and invoice corrections.
• Non-hazardous status opens more carrier options and trims paperwork for faster tendering.
• Package-based eligibility minimizes special handling fees and lowers damage claims from exposed cutting edges.
• Single NMFC mapping streamlines TMS setup for mining and well supply distributors, speeding quotes and order processing.