Freight Classification

Logistics Term

Freight Classification Definition

A freight classification, or National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC), categorizes less-than-container-load (LCL) freight shipments.

Determining metrics include:

Density
Ease of handling
Liability
Stowability
Variables such as distance, volume, and other market factors

There are 18 classifications for LTL freight. They range from 50-500. Lower-density freight receives a higher classification, while higher-density receives a lower classification.

Freight Classifications Chart

Freight classifications from highest density to lowest density.

Class	Density (lbs per cubic foot)
Class 50	Over 50
Class 55	35 - 50
Class 60	30 - 35
Class 65	22.5 - 30
Class 70	15 - 22.5
Class 77.5	13.5 - 15
Class 85	12 - 13.5
Class 92.5	10.5 - 12
Class 100	9 - 10.5
Class 110	8 - 9
Class 125	7 - 8
Class 150	6 - 7
Class 175	5 - 6
Class 200	4 - 5
Class 250	3 - 4
Class 300	2 - 3
Class 400	1 - 2
Class 500	Less than 1