NMFC 32340 - Concrete Highway Guardrails | Class 50

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Quote and book at Class 50 and note NMFC 32340 on the BOL; this item is not density-based, so you won’t need a density calculation.
2. Bundle posts and rails with wood dunnage, steel banding, and edge protectors; place anchor blocks on sturdy pallets or skids with blocking to prevent abrasion and chipping.
3. Use forklifts or cranes rated for the total weight; mark the center of gravity and keep forks spread wide to avoid point-loading and cracking the concrete.
4. Confirm carrier length limits for rails and posts to avoid overlength fees; choose flatbed or curtain-side for jobsite delivery where liftgates are impractical for heavy concrete.

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

• Low Class 50 rating helps secure more favorable LTL rates compared with higher classes on construction materials.
• Fixed, simple classification reduces reclass charges and speeds quoting and audit, improving budgeting accuracy for road projects.
• Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and minimizes compliance time, keeping procurement cycles short.
• Proper bundling and palletization cut handling time at yards and sites, reducing equipment idle time and helping crews stay on schedule.