Compact scissor lift
Platform lowered and secured on a transport skid
72 × 36 × 72 in
Packaged weight: 2,800 lb
- Cubic feet
- 108.00
- Density
- 25.93lb/cu ft
Estimated class
65
65
Scissor Lift LTL Shipping Guide
Freight Class for Scissor Lift
To estimate your shipment, use the Scissor Lift Freight Class Calculator.
The Scissor Lift Freight Class Examples use the current 13-tier density scale, effective July 19, 2025, and range from Class 65 to 85.
These are density-based estimates.
Scissor Lift density calculator
Calculate Your Scissor Lift Freight Class
A palletized electric scissor lift is preloaded as an example. Adjust the packaged dimensions or weight to calculate your scissor lift freight class.
Your result
Cubic feet
224.00
Density
20.09
lb/cu ft
Estimated freight class
70
This is an example density-based estimate. Update any field to calculate your shipment.
Scissor Lift shipment examples
Scissor Lift Freight Class Examples
These examples use finished outside dimensions and total packaged weight. They show how three realistic scissor lift shipment formats can produce different density-based class estimates.
Palletized electric scissor lift
Lift, controls, battery, and rails secured
96 × 48 × 84 in
Packaged weight: 4,500 lb
- Cubic feet
- 224.00
- Density
- 20.09lb/cu ft
Estimated class
70
70
Large scissor lift
Wide platform and heavy base with rigging requirements
120 × 72 × 96 in
Packaged weight: 7,000 lb
- Cubic feet
- 480.00
- Density
- 14.58lb/cu ft
Estimated class
85
85
Scissor Lift shipment comparison
Scissor Lift Freight Class by Shipment Format
Scissor Lift 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.
| Scissor Lift shipment | Typical packaging | Density tendency | Stackability | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compact scissor lift | Reinforced pallet or skid with blocking, restraint, and weather protection | Medium to higher | Limited | Platform lowered and secured on a transport skid; this example calculates to 25.93 lb/cu ft and Class 65. |
| Palletized electric scissor lift | Framed crate with internal restraint and protection for controls and moving parts | Medium to higher | Possible with engineered crate | Lift, controls, battery, and rails secured; this example calculates to 20.09 lb/cu ft and Class 70. |
| Large scissor lift | Elongated or oversized crate with structural bracing and protective clearance | Medium to higher | Usually non-stackable | Wide platform and heavy base with rigging requirements; this example calculates to 14.58 lb/cu ft and Class 85. |
| 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. |
Scissor Lift shipping options
Choosing a Shipping Method for Scissor Lift
The appropriate service depends on finished dimensions, packaged weight, piece count, loading method, value, stackability, and whether specialized handling is required.
| Scissor Lift shipment | Common shipping option |
|---|---|
| Compact scissor lift | Standard LTL with packaging and handling review |
| Palletized electric scissor lift | LTL or volume service with weight and handling review |
| Large scissor lift | Partial truckload, volume LTL, or specialized 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 scissor lift shipments may need carrier review before booking.
Scissor Lift Packaging, Stackability, and Damage Risk
Scissor Lift 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.
Scissor Lift 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.
Scissor Lift 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 Scissor Lift Freight Quote
How to Measure a Packaged Scissor Lift Shipment
- Measure after the scissor lift 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.
Scissor Lift 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 Scissor Lift 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.