NMFC 57070 - Motorized Wheelchairs | Class N/A

Note 57071: NOTE-Does not apply on mobility scooters. For applicable provisions, see item 56834.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Confirm the unit is boxed or crated and secured: lock brakes, center the chair, block wheels, and brace the base so forks and jolts don’t shift the load.
2. Protect sensitive components. Pad the joystick, control module, and charger. Remove loose accessories and bag them inside the same box or crate to avoid loss.
3. Handle batteries per carrier policy. This item permits with or without batteries—cap terminals, immobilize the battery, and prevent movement inside the container.
4. Calculate pounds per cubic foot from your packed size and weight, then enter weight and density. Item 170 rules apply to the density-based class outcome.

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

• Optimized packaging can raise density and qualify for a more favorable class within this item, improving LTL rates for each shipment.
• Shipping with the original manufacturer crate or a tight custom box reduces damage risk and minimizes reclass and reweigh disputes.
• Clear compliance with Item 170 density rules streamlines carrier inspections and speeds tendering, helping you avoid accessorial delays.
• Non-hazardous article status means fewer restrictions and simpler booking, even when the wheelchair includes a secured battery.