Automotive Parts — LTL Freight Class Guides
Select a commodity below to view its official NMFC code, freight class (Class 50 to 400), Pounds Per Cubic Foot (PCF) density bracket, shipping liability risks, and standard palletizing requirements.
Used Car Engines
Find the correct NMFC code 120790 and freight class for used car engines. Determine Class 70 or 85 based on crating and density.
View Full Guide →Transmissions
Determine the correct freight class for shipping transmissions via LTL. NMFC 120940 typically ships at Class 85. Avoid costly reclassification fees.
View Full Guide →Car Doors & Tailgates
Automotive replacement doors, rear tailgates, and liftgates. Bulky lightweight panels categorized as Class 150 under NMFC 18260.
View Full Guide →Car Hoods & Body Fenders
Automotive sheet metal hoods, bonnets, and quarter panels. High cube-to-weight ratio generates freight class 150 to 200.
View Full Guide →Official Freight Classification Standards for Automotive Parts
Freight classes for commodities in this category are defined in the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC), established and maintained by the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) . Proper classification depends on four transportation characteristics: density (Pounds Per Cubic Foot), handling, stowability, and liability.
Packaging standards for commercial transport are benchmarked against International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) test series and U.S. DOT cargo safety requirements to prevent carrier re-classification and freight damage claims.