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Lumber & Timber·Class 55

Density of Red Oak Hardwood (Kiln-Dried 8% MC)

Traditional American hardwood benchmark for solid timber flooring, high-end cabinetry, and heavy furniture.

Density (PCF)45lbs / cu ft
Metric Density0.72g / cm³
Density (SI)720kg / m³
NMFC FreightClass 55112000
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lbs/cu ft
Total Shipment Weight
300 lbs
136 kg · (5 units)
Single Piece Weight
60.0 lbs
27.2 kg per unit
Freight Class & Density
Class 55
45 PCF (0.721 g/cm³)
53ft Semi PayloadOK
0.7%
of 45,000 lbs legal payload

Logistics & Transport Recommendations

Pallet Packaging Rule

Safe stacking limit: 41 pieces per pallet to stay within the 2,500 lbs standard wood pallet rating.

NMFC Item Guidance

Reference code: 112000 (Hardwood Lumber). Rated under Class 55 based on 45 PCF density.

  • Shipment utilizes 0.7% of a standard 53ft trailer's 45,000 lbs legal cargo payload (44,700 lbs capacity remaining).
  • Standard GMA pallet recommendation: Maximum 41 units per pallet to remain within the 2,500 lbs safe working limit.

Shipping, Packaging & Stacking Specifications for Red Oak

Transport & Palletizing Rules

Shipped in banded bundles separated by stickers (drying spacers). Moisture absorption increases weight and class.

Typical Industrial Applications
  • Hardwood flooring
  • Kitchen cabinets
  • Dining tables
  • Architectural millwork
Critical Handling Cautions:
  • Protect from direct rain on flatbeds; moisture causes cup and bow warping
Material density and metallurgical weight benchmarks correspond to standard test specifications from ASTM International and density rating tables from NMFTA.

Compare with Other Lumber & Timber

View all materials
Class 60Southern Yellow Pine (Kiln-Dried)
35 lbs/cu ft
Class 60Douglas Fir (Structural Timber)
34 lbs/cu ft
Class 55CDX Structural Plywood (4x8 Sheets)
38 lbs/cu ft

Red Oak Weight & Freight FAQs

What is the density of Red Oak Hardwood (Kiln-Dried 8% MC) in lbs/cu ft and g/cm³?

The standard density of Red Oak Hardwood (Kiln-Dried 8% MC) is 45 pounds per cubic foot (lbs/cu ft), which equals 0.72 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³) or 720 kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³).

What NMFC freight class is assigned to Red Oak?

Due to its density of 45 PCF, shipments of Red Oak typically qualify for Class 55 (the lowest, most economical LTL freight tier for dense cargo exceeding 50 lbs/cu ft). The primary reference item is 112000 (Hardwood Lumber).

How many pieces of Red Oak 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.