Boxed chain hoist
Dense hoist body and chain secured in a palletized box
36 × 30 × 24 in
Packaged weight: 600 lb
- Cubic feet
- 15.00
- Density
- 40.00lb/cu ft
Estimated class
55
55
Hoist LTL Shipping Guide
Freight Class for Hoist
To estimate your shipment, use the Hoist Freight Class Calculator.
The Hoist Freight Class Examples use the current 13-tier density scale, effective July 19, 2025, and range from Class 55 to 70.
These are density-based estimates.
Hoist density calculator
Calculate Your Hoist Freight Class
A palletized electric hoist is preloaded as an example. Adjust the packaged dimensions or weight to calculate your hoist freight class.
Your result
Cubic feet
40.00
Density
31.25
lb/cu ft
Estimated freight class
60
This is an example density-based estimate. Update any field to calculate your shipment.
Hoist shipment examples
Hoist Freight Class Examples
These examples use finished outside dimensions and total packaged weight. They show how three realistic hoist shipment formats can produce different density-based class estimates.
Palletized electric hoist
Hoist, trolley, controls, and chain protected
48 × 40 × 36 in
Packaged weight: 1,250 lb
- Cubic feet
- 40.00
- Density
- 31.25lb/cu ft
Estimated class
60
60
Multiple hoists and trolleys
Mixed lifting equipment consolidated in a crate
72 × 48 × 48 in
Packaged weight: 1,800 lb
- Cubic feet
- 96.00
- Density
- 18.75lb/cu ft
Estimated class
70
70
Hoist shipment comparison
Hoist Freight Class by Shipment Format
Hoist freight class can change with the transport position, frame length, hydraulic or drive components, attachments, protective clearance, and loading method. Use the finished packaged dimensions and total weight rather than the equipment's unpackaged size.
| Hoist shipment | Typical packaging | Density tendency | Stackability | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boxed chain hoist | Reinforced pallet or skid with blocking, restraint, and weather protection | Higher | Limited | Dense hoist body and chain secured in a palletized box; this example calculates to 40.00 lb/cu ft and Class 55. |
| Palletized electric hoist | Framed crate with internal restraint and protection for controls and moving parts | Higher | Possible with engineered crate | Hoist, trolley, controls, and chain protected; this example calculates to 30.00 lb/cu ft and Class 60. |
| Multiple hoists and trolleys | Elongated or oversized crate with structural bracing and protective clearance | Medium to higher | Usually non-stackable | Mixed lifting equipment consolidated in a crate; this example calculates to 18.75 lb/cu ft and Class 70. |
| Equipment with attachments and controls | Main equipment unit plus separately restrained attachments, controls, chains, cables, guards, or hydraulic parts | Varies | Usually limited | Transport dimensions may differ greatly from operating dimensions, so measure only after securement. |
Hoist shipping options
Choosing a Shipping Method for Hoist
The appropriate service depends on finished dimensions, packaged weight, piece count, loading method, value, stackability, and whether specialized handling is required.
| Hoist shipment | Common shipping option |
|---|---|
| Boxed chain hoist | Standard LTL with packaging and handling review |
| Palletized electric hoist | Standard LTL with packaging and handling review |
| Multiple hoists and trolleys | LTL with handling review or volume service |
| Equipment with attachments 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 hoist shipments may need carrier review before booking.
Hoist Packaging, Stackability, and Damage Risk
Hoist Packaging
- Lower, fold, or stow booms, platforms, decks, hooks, forks, and other moving equipment into the approved transport position.
- Secure the frame to a skid or transport base and restrain wheels, trolleys, chains, cables, and attachments.
- Protect controls, hydraulic lines, batteries, sensors, motors, gearboxes, and projecting components.
Hoist Stackability
- Lifts, cranes, levelers, and irregular handling equipment are generally non-stackable.
- Only small boxed or crated components should be considered stackable when the package is load-bearing.
- Mark lift points, tie-down locations, center of gravity, and any required upright orientation.
Hoist Fragility and Liability
- Prevent movement of booms, platforms, decks, drums, chains, or trolleys during handling and transit.
- Secure batteries and approved fluids and protect hydraulic cylinders, hoses, controls, and safety devices.
- Confirm carrier equipment, loading method, declared value, and specialized handling before pickup.
Before Requesting a Hoist Freight Quote
How to Measure a Packaged Hoist Shipment
- Measure after the hoist 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.
Hoist 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 Hoist 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
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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.