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Building Materials & Minerals·Class 50

Density of Standard Cured Concrete (Normal Weight)

Standard civil construction mix of Portland cement, fine aggregate sand, coarse aggregate gravel, and water.

Density (PCF)145lbs / cu ft
Metric Density2.32g / cm³
Density (SI)2,320kg / m³
NMFC FreightClass 5036000
Industrial Material & Freight Sizing

Material Weight & Freight Density Calculator

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lbs/cu ft
Total Shipment Weight
967 lbs
438 kg · (5 units)
Single Piece Weight
193.3 lbs
87.7 kg per unit
Freight Class & Density
Class 50
145 PCF (2.323 g/cm³)
53ft Semi PayloadOK
2.1%
of 45,000 lbs legal payload

Logistics & Transport Recommendations

Pallet Packaging Rule

Safe stacking limit: 12 pieces per pallet to stay within the 2,500 lbs standard wood pallet rating.

NMFC Item Guidance

Reference code: 36000 (Precast Concrete Products). Rated under Class 50 based on 145 PCF density.

  • Shipment utilizes 2.1% of a standard 53ft trailer's 45,000 lbs legal cargo payload (44,033 lbs capacity remaining).
  • Standard GMA pallet recommendation: Maximum 12 units per pallet to remain within the 2,500 lbs safe working limit.

Shipping, Packaging & Stacking Specifications for Concrete

Transport & Palletizing Rules

Shipped as precast slabs, curbs, or jersey barriers. Requires certified dunnage and high-tension chains.

Typical Industrial Applications
  • Foundation footings
  • Precast wall panels
  • Highway road barriers
  • Sidewalk slabs
Critical Handling Cautions:
  • Edges chip easily under direct chain pressure; use edge protectors (corner guards)
Material density and metallurgical weight benchmarks correspond to standard test specifications from ASTM International and density rating tables from NMFTA.

Compare with Other Building Materials & Minerals

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Class 55Natural Granite Stone (Solid Slabs)
168 lbs/cu ft
Class 55Natural Marble (Architectural Slabs)
165 lbs/cu ft
Class 50Standard Red Clay Brick
120 lbs/cu ft

Concrete Weight & Freight FAQs

What is the density of Standard Cured Concrete (Normal Weight) in lbs/cu ft and g/cm³?

The standard density of Standard Cured Concrete (Normal Weight) is 145 pounds per cubic foot (lbs/cu ft), which equals 2.32 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³) or 2,320 kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³).

What NMFC freight class is assigned to Concrete?

Due to its density of 145 PCF, shipments of Concrete typically qualify for Class 50 (the lowest, most economical LTL freight tier for dense cargo exceeding 50 lbs/cu ft). The primary reference item is 36000 (Precast Concrete Products).

How many pieces of Concrete can I load on a standard pallet?

A standard GMA 48x40 wooden pallet is rated for a maximum payload of 2,500 lbs. Use our interactive calculator above to enter your exact plate, bar, or tube dimensions to verify your pieces-per-pallet threshold before strapping.