Compact storage tank
Tank secured to a pallet or support frame
96 × 48 × 48 in
Packaged weight: 2,200 lb
- Cubic feet
- 128.00
- Density
- 17.19lb/cu ft
Estimated class
70
70
Storage Tank LTL Shipping Guide
Freight Class for Storage Tank
To estimate your shipment, use the Storage Tank Freight Class Calculator.
The Storage Tank Freight Class Examples use the current 13-tier density scale, effective July 19, 2025, and range from Class 70 to 250.
These are density-based estimates.
Storage Tank density calculator
Calculate Your Storage Tank Freight Class
A crated storage tank is preloaded as an example. Adjust the packaged dimensions or weight to calculate your storage tank freight class.
Your result
Cubic feet
288.00
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.
Storage Tank shipment examples
Storage Tank Freight Class Examples
These examples use finished outside dimensions and total packaged weight. They show how three realistic storage tank shipment formats can produce different density-based class estimates.
Crated storage tank
Tank shell, fittings, and legs protected
96 × 72 × 72 in
Packaged weight: 3,000 lb
- Cubic feet
- 288.00
- Density
- 10.42lb/cu ft
Estimated class
92.5
92.5
Large empty storage tank
Broad lightweight vessel with top-load restrictions
120 × 96 × 96 in
Packaged weight: 2,000 lb
- Cubic feet
- 640.00
- Density
- 3.13lb/cu ft
Estimated class
250
250
Storage Tank shipment comparison
Storage Tank Freight Class by Shipment Format
Storage Tank freight class can change with the vessel diameter and length, support frame or saddles, nozzles, protective clearance, and top-load restrictions. Use the finished packaged dimensions and total weight rather than the equipment's unpackaged size.
| Storage Tank shipment | Typical packaging | Density tendency | Stackability | Planning note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compact storage tank | Reinforced pallet or skid with blocking, restraint, and weather protection | Medium to higher | Limited | Tank secured to a pallet or support frame; this example calculates to 17.19 lb/cu ft and Class 70. |
| Crated storage tank | Framed crate with internal restraint and protection for controls and moving parts | Medium to lower | Possible with engineered crate | Tank shell, fittings, and legs protected; this example calculates to 10.42 lb/cu ft and Class 92.5. |
| Large empty storage tank | Elongated or oversized crate with structural bracing and protective clearance | Lower | Usually non-stackable | Broad lightweight vessel with top-load restrictions; this example calculates to 3.13 lb/cu ft and Class 250. |
| Vessel with drive, fittings, and support frame | Main vessel or tank plus separately protected agitator parts, instruments, valves, legs, and controls | Varies | Usually limited | Large empty vessels can occupy substantial cubic space even when their packaged weight is moderate. |
Storage Tank shipping options
Choosing a Shipping Method for Storage Tank
The appropriate service depends on finished dimensions, packaged weight, piece count, loading method, value, stackability, and whether specialized handling is required.
| Storage Tank shipment | Common shipping option |
|---|---|
| Compact storage tank | Standard LTL with packaging and handling review |
| Crated storage tank | Standard LTL with packaging and handling review |
| Large empty storage tank | LTL with handling review or volume service |
| Vessel with drive, fittings, and support frame | LTL, volume, partial truckload, or dedicated service after piece-count and handling review |
Heavy, long, high-value, non-stackable, multi-piece, or rigging-dependent storage tank shipments may need carrier review before booking.
Storage Tank Packaging, Stackability, and Damage Risk
Storage Tank Packaging
- Support the vessel, mixer, or shaft on engineered saddles, frames, or skids that prevent rolling and point loading.
- Cap nozzles, ports, manways, instruments, and fittings and brace long shafts or projecting drives.
- Protect shells, linings, coatings, nameplates, load cells, controls, and polished product-contact surfaces.
Storage Tank Stackability
- Treat round vessels, tall tanks, open frames, and projecting nozzles as non-stackable.
- Use structural framing rather than the shell or vessel roof to carry any load above the shipment.
- Mark sling points, center of gravity, upright orientation, and areas where forks must not enter.
Storage Tank Fragility and Liability
- Prevent rolling, shell distortion, nozzle damage, coating abrasion, and movement of internal components.
- Drain or secure approved contents and document cleaning or contamination-control requirements.
- Confirm declared value and specialized handling for pressure-rated, lined, polished, or custom-fabricated equipment.
Before Requesting a Storage Tank Freight Quote
How to Measure a Packaged Storage Tank Shipment
- Measure after the storage tank 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.
Storage Tank 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 Storage Tank 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.