Enterprise router cartons
Boxed branch routers on a pallet
48 × 40 × 30 in
Packaged weight: 430 lb
- Cubic feet
- 33.33
- Density
- 12.90lb/cu ft
Estimated class
85
85
Router LTL Shipping Guide
Freight Class for Router
To estimate your shipment, use the Router Freight Class Calculator.
The Router Freight Class Examples use the current 13-tier density scale, effective July 19, 2025, and range from Class 85–100.
These are density-based estimates.
Router density calculator
Calculate Your Router Freight Class
A modular router chassis in a crate is preloaded as an example. Adjust the packaged dimensions or weight to calculate your router freight class.
Your result
Cubic feet
26.67
Density
11.25
lb/cu ft
Estimated freight class
92.5
This is an example density-based estimate. Update any field to calculate your shipment.
Router shipment examples
Router Freight Class Examples
These examples use finished outside dimensions and total packaged weight. They show how three realistic router shipment formats can produce different density-based class estimates.
Chassis router
Modular router chassis in a crate
40 × 32 × 36 in
Packaged weight: 300 lb
- Cubic feet
- 26.67
- Density
- 11.25lb/cu ft
Estimated class
92.5
92.5
Router and accessory pallet
Mixed routers, modules, and power supplies
48 × 40 × 42 in
Packaged weight: 450 lb
- Cubic feet
- 46.67
- Density
- 9.64lb/cu ft
Estimated class
100
100
Router shipment comparison
Router Freight Class by Shipment Format
Router freight class can change with finished packaging, density, weight distribution, protective clearance, and stackability. Use the finished packaged dimensions and total weight rather than the unpackaged product size.
| Router shipment | Typical packaging | Density tendency | Stackability | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise router cartons | Boxed branch routers on a pallet | Moderate | Stackable | Use anti-static packaging and protect antennas and accessories. This example calculates to 12.90 lb/cu ft and Class 85. |
| Chassis router | Modular router chassis in a crate | Medium to lower | Limited | Remove or brace line cards and protect rack ears. This example calculates to 11.25 lb/cu ft and Class 92.5. |
| Router and accessory pallet | Mixed routers, modules, and power supplies | Medium to lower | Stackable | Separate optics and line cards in anti-static containers. This example calculates to 9.64 lb/cu ft and Class 100. |
| Multi-piece or accessory shipment | Main router package plus separately protected components, accessories, or mounting hardware | Varies | Confirm each piece | List every separate piece and include its finished dimensions, weight, packaging, and stackability in the quote request. |
Router shipping options
How Shipping Method Affects Router Freight Class
The appropriate service depends on finished dimensions, packaged weight, piece count, loading method, value, stackability, and whether specialized handling is required.
| Router shipment | Common shipping option |
|---|---|
| Enterprise router cartons | LTL with packaging, stackability, and handling review |
| Chassis router | LTL with packaging, stackability, and handling review |
| Router and accessory pallet | LTL with packaging, stackability, and handling review |
| Multi-piece, high-value, or special-handling shipment | LTL, volume, partial truckload, dedicated, or specialized service after piece-count and handling review |
Small routers may ship parcel; chassis and mixed orders should move palletized LTL.
Router Packaging, Stackability, and Damage Risk
Router Packaging
- Anti-static cushioning, line-card restraint, antenna protection, and accessory separation.
- Use anti-static packaging and protect antennas and accessories.
- Remove or brace line cards and protect rack ears.
Router Stackability
- Stackable in approved cartons.
- Limited stacking only in a rigid crate.
- Stackable with even carton loading.
Router Fragility and Liability
- Bent rack ears, damaged modules, and hidden impact damage.
- Separate optics and line cards in anti-static containers.
- Confirm declared value, coverage, orientation, and any top-load or special-handling restrictions before tendering router freight.
Before Requesting a Router Freight Quote
How to Measure a Packaged Router Shipment
- Measure after the router is secured and all cartons, pallets, skids, crates, framing, and protective materials are complete.
- Include runners, legs, reels, doors, fittings, cables, brackets, accessories, overhang, and every projecting packaged component that applies.
- Measure to the longest, widest, and tallest finished point and use the total tendered shipment weight.
Router Freight Quote Checklist
- Record the finished packaged length, width, height, quantity, and total weight.
- State whether the shipment is stackable and whether top loading or side loading is restricted.
- Include photos showing packaging, securement, labels, lift points, and exposed risk areas when practical.
- Describe the exact router shipment format and list detached components, accessories, cables, mounting hardware, or separate pieces.
- Confirm forklift, dock, liftgate, crane, rigging, inside-delivery, or specialized loading requirements.
Freight Planning Calculators
Calculate and Plan Your Router 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.