Freight density
Shipment weight divided by its cubic feet, in pounds per cubic foot.
In practice
LTL classification leans on density. Packgent computes the density; it does not map density to a class until those breakpoints are checked.
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Related terms
- Unit load
- Goods assembled on a pallet and secured so they move as one piece.
- NMFC Item 222
- The rule in the National Motor Freight Classification that sets construction standards for fibreboard boxes shipped by LTL truck.
Definitions written by Packgent, last reviewed 2026-10-27. All terms.