Compact process chiller
Dense packaged unit secured to a skid
72 × 48 × 60 in
Packaged weight: 1,900 lb
- Cubic feet
- 120.00
- Density
- 15.83lb/cu ft
Estimated class
70
70
Chiller LTL Shipping Guide
Freight Class for Chiller
To estimate your shipment, use the Chiller Freight Class Calculator.
The Chiller Freight Class Examples use the current 13-tier density scale, effective July 19, 2025, and range from Class 70 to 125.
These are density-based estimates.
Chiller density calculator
Calculate Your Chiller Freight Class
A crated industrial chiller is preloaded as an example. Adjust the packaged dimensions or weight to calculate your chiller freight class.
Your result
Cubic feet
420.00
Density
13.10
lb/cu ft
Estimated freight class
85
This is an example density-based estimate. Update any field to calculate your shipment.
Chiller shipment examples
Chiller Freight Class Examples
These examples use finished outside dimensions and total packaged weight. They show how three realistic chiller shipment formats can produce different density-based class estimates.
Crated industrial chiller
Compressor, coils, controls, and piping protected
120 × 72 × 84 in
Packaged weight: 5,500 lb
- Cubic feet
- 420.00
- Density
- 13.10lb/cu ft
Estimated class
85
85
Large air-cooled chiller
Broad coil and fan package with top-load restrictions
144 × 96 × 96 in
Packaged weight: 6,000 lb
- Cubic feet
- 768.00
- Density
- 7.81lb/cu ft
Estimated class
125
125
Chiller shipment comparison
Chiller Freight Class by Shipment Format
Chiller freight class can change with the enclosure size, coils or burners, fans, piping, insulation, protective clearance, and top-load restrictions. Use the finished packaged dimensions and total weight rather than the equipment's unpackaged size.
| Chiller shipment | Typical packaging | Density tendency | Stackability | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compact process chiller | Reinforced pallet or skid with blocking, restraint, and weather protection | Medium to higher | Limited | Dense packaged unit secured to a skid; this example calculates to 15.00 lb/cu ft and Class 70. |
| Crated industrial chiller | Framed crate with internal restraint and protection for controls and moving parts | Medium to higher | Possible with engineered crate | Compressor, coils, controls, and piping protected; this example calculates to 13.10 lb/cu ft and Class 85. |
| Large air-cooled chiller | Elongated or oversized crate with structural bracing and protective clearance | Medium to lower | Usually non-stackable | Broad coil and fan package with top-load restrictions; this example calculates to 7.81 lb/cu ft and Class 125. |
| Equipment with fans, controls, and accessories | Main equipment skid plus separately protected controls, panels, duct pieces, pumps, or piping components | Varies | Usually limited | Accessories and protective framing can materially change the final cubic volume and density. |
Chiller shipping options
Choosing a Shipping Method for Chiller
The appropriate service depends on finished dimensions, packaged weight, piece count, loading method, value, stackability, and whether specialized handling is required.
| Chiller shipment | Common shipping option |
|---|---|
| Compact process chiller | Standard LTL with packaging and handling review |
| Crated industrial chiller | LTL or volume service with weight and handling review |
| Large air-cooled chiller | LTL or volume service with weight and handling review |
| Equipment with fans, controls, and accessories | LTL, volume, partial truckload, or dedicated service after piece-count and handling review |
Heavy, long, high-value, non-stackable, multi-piece, or rigging-dependent chiller shipments may need carrier review before booking.
Chiller Packaging, Stackability, and Damage Risk
Chiller Packaging
- Secure the cabinet, vessel, or frame to a reinforced skid and brace tall or broad enclosures.
- Protect coils, burners, fans, doors, refractory, nozzles, piping stubs, and control panels from impact.
- Cap openings and keep loose filters, panels, duct pieces, sensors, and accessories restrained and labeled.
Chiller Stackability
- Treat equipment with fans, coils, vents, piping, or uneven roofs as non-stackable.
- Only use stackable status when a separate structural frame carries the load above the equipment.
- Keep lifting points, base rails, center-of-gravity marks, and upright instructions visible.
Chiller Fragility and Liability
- Protect thin fins, insulation, refractory, doors, seals, instruments, and control components from shock and weather.
- Drain or secure approved fluids and close all service connections before shipping.
- Confirm handling and liability requirements for large, high-value, or site-critical process equipment.
Before Requesting a Chiller Freight Quote
How to Measure a Packaged Chiller Shipment
- Measure after the chiller is secured and all pallet, skid, crate, framing, guards, and protective materials are complete.
- Include runners, saddles, legs, controls, fittings, attachments, overhang, and every projecting packaged component.
- Measure to the longest, widest, and tallest finished point and use the total tendered shipment weight.
Chiller Freight Quote Checklist
- Record the finished packaged length, width, height, and total weight.
- State whether the shipment is stackable and whether top loading is prohibited.
- Include photos showing packaging, securement, labels, lift points, and exposed risk areas when practical.
- List detached controls, guards, accessories, tooling, fittings, and other separate pieces.
- Confirm forklift, dock, crane, rigging, liftgate, or specialized loading requirements.
Freight Planning Calculators
Calculate and Plan Your Chiller Shipment
Use the freight class, density, pallet, and linear-feet calculators to plan your packaged LTL shipment.
Freight Class Calculator
Estimate freight class from packaged dimensions, weight, and density.
Freight Density Calculator
Calculate cubic feet and pounds per cubic foot for packaged freight.
Pallet Freight Calculator
Plan pallet dimensions, shipment weight, density, and configuration.
Freight Linear Feet Calculator
Estimate trailer-space usage for pallets and non-stackable freight.
Freight classes shown on this page are density-based estimates for shipment planning. Actual classification may also depend on value, handling requirements, liability, stowability, dimensions, and other commodity-specific factors. Confirm the final freight class with your carrier, broker, or official NMFC resources before shipping. NMFC® is a registered trademark of the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. FreightClassCalculator.tools is an independent calculator and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or licensed by NMFTA.