What information do I need to use the freight class calculator?
You generally need the shipment's length, width, height, and total weight. Dimensions should include the complete shipping unit, including the pallet, crate, packaging, or anything else that increases the shipment's overall size.
More frequently asked questions
- What is freight class?
- How is freight class calculated?
- What is freight density, and how is it calculated?
- Why does freight class affect the cost of shipping?
- Does higher density always mean a lower freight class?
- What is NMFC, and why is it important for freight classification?
- What happens if I enter the wrong freight class on a shipment?
- Should I include the pallet when measuring my shipment?
- Is the freight class provided by this calculator guaranteed to be accepted by the carrier?