Short conveyor section
Dense powered conveyor secured to a reinforced skid
72 × 48 × 36 in
Packaged weight: 1,800 lb
- Cubic feet
- 72.00
- Density
- 25.00lb/cu ft
Estimated class
65
65
Conveyor LTL Shipping Guide
Freight Class for Conveyor
To estimate your shipment, use the Conveyor Freight Class Calculator.
The Conveyor Freight Class Examples use the current 13-tier density scale, effective July 19, 2025, and range from Class 65 to 175.
These are density-based estimates.
Conveyor density calculator
Calculate Your Conveyor Freight Class
A crated conveyor module is preloaded as an example. Adjust the packaged dimensions or weight to calculate your conveyor freight class.
Your result
Cubic feet
120.00
Density
10.42
lb/cu ft
Estimated freight class
92.5
This is an example density-based estimate. Update any field to calculate your shipment.
Conveyor shipment examples
Conveyor Freight Class Examples
These examples use finished outside dimensions and total packaged weight. They show how three realistic conveyor shipment formats can produce different density-based class estimates.
Crated conveyor module
Frame, rollers, motor, and guards protected together
120 × 48 × 36 in
Packaged weight: 1,250 lb
- Cubic feet
- 120.00
- Density
- 10.42lb/cu ft
Estimated class
92.5
92.5
Long conveyor section
Extended frame with end blocking and top-load limits
144 × 48 × 36 in
Packaged weight: 700 lb
- Cubic feet
- 144.00
- Density
- 4.86lb/cu ft
Estimated class
175
175
Conveyor shipment comparison
Conveyor Freight Class by Shipment Format
Conveyor freight class can change with the section length, frame geometry, drive components, supports, protective clearance, and top-load restrictions. Use the finished packaged dimensions and total weight rather than the equipment's unpackaged size.
| Conveyor shipment | Typical packaging | Density tendency | Stackability | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short conveyor section | Reinforced pallet or skid with blocking, restraint, and weather protection | Medium to higher | Limited | Dense powered conveyor secured to a reinforced skid; this example calculates to 25.00 lb/cu ft and Class 65. |
| Crated conveyor module | Framed crate with internal restraint and protection for controls and moving parts | Medium to lower | Possible with engineered crate | Frame, rollers, motor, and guards protected together; this example calculates to 10.00 lb/cu ft and Class 92.5. |
| Long conveyor section | Elongated or oversized crate with structural bracing and protective clearance | Lower | Usually non-stackable | Extended frame with end blocking and top-load limits; this example calculates to 4.86 lb/cu ft and Class 175. |
| Conveyor with drives, supports, and controls | Main frame sections plus separately secured motors, legs, guards, sensors, and control panels | Varies | Usually limited | Detached components must be counted, restrained, and included in the finished shipment measurements. |
Conveyor shipping options
Choosing a Shipping Method for Conveyor
The appropriate service depends on finished dimensions, packaged weight, piece count, loading method, value, stackability, and whether specialized handling is required.
| Conveyor shipment | Common shipping option |
|---|---|
| Short conveyor section | Standard LTL with packaging and handling review |
| Crated conveyor module | LTL with handling review or volume service |
| Long conveyor section | LTL or volume service with weight and handling review |
| Conveyor with drives, supports, and controls | LTL, volume, partial truckload, or dedicated service after piece-count and handling review |
Heavy, long, high-value, non-stackable, multi-piece, or rigging-dependent conveyor shipments may need carrier review before booking.
Conveyor Packaging, Stackability, and Damage Risk
Conveyor Packaging
- Support long frames at multiple points and block them so the conveyor cannot flex, twist, or roll.
- Restrain rollers, belts, chains, drives, guards, legs, and loose supports inside the final package.
- Protect motors, gearboxes, sensors, controls, shafts, and belt edges from impact and weather exposure.
Conveyor Stackability
- Treat open frames, long sections, and uneven top surfaces as non-stackable unless a rack or crate is engineered for stacking.
- Avoid placing load on rollers, belt surfaces, guards, sensors, or drive components.
- Keep fork-entry points and sling locations clear, especially on long or offset-center sections.
Conveyor Fragility and Liability
- Prevent frame distortion that could affect roller alignment, belt tracking, or system installation.
- Cap or guard sharp frame ends and secure small hardware, supports, and controls in labeled containers.
- Document section numbers and match detached components to the correct conveyor module.
Before Requesting a Conveyor Freight Quote
How to Measure a Packaged Conveyor Shipment
- Measure after the conveyor 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.
Conveyor 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 Conveyor 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.