Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 64600.00 | FARM EQUIPMENT GROUP: Articles consist of Farm, Dairy, Garden, Livestock, Orchard or Poultry Equipment as described in items subject to this grouping. |
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Identify the specific implement (e.g., poultry feeders, orchard sprayers, bale spears) within the Farm Equipment Group and note attachments or guards before quoting.
- Match packaging to the item: palletize compact tools, crate delicate dairy pumps, and block/brace wheeled garden units; add banding with edge protectors and wrap hoses.
- Prep for transit by draining fluids from pumps or engines, capping hydraulic ports, and removing soil or manure to meet carrier cleanliness and biosecurity expectations.
- Measure the longest and tallest points including hitches, augers, or tine guards, and weigh with attachments to prevent reclass, oversize fees, and rebill disputes.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Faster quoting when the exact sub-item NMFC is unknown, using the group to steer item selection and avoid booking delays.
- Lower reclass and rebill risk by following packaging norms LTL carriers expect for farm, dairy, and poultry equipment.
- Reduced damage and OS&D claims via crating, blocking, and protection for sharp edges, hoses, and fragile components.
- Predictable costs: non-hazardous status and standard pallet/crate handling align with typical LTL accessorials and rate structures.