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Shipping Heavy Items: 50+ Pound Packages
Ship heavy packages cost-effectively with the right strategy.
January 9, 20262 min read25 views
Shipping Heavy Items Guide
Manage 50+ pound packages efficiently.
Weight Thresholds
| Weight | Carrier Impact |
|---|---|
| 50-69 lbs | Standard rates |
| 70+ lbs | Additional handling fees |
| 100+ lbs | May need freight |
| 150+ lbs | Freight required |
Surcharge Comparison
| Carrier | 70+ lb Surcharge |
|---|---|
| UPS | $32.00 |
| FedEx | $35.00 |
| USPS | N/A (70 lb limit) |
Cost-Saving Strategies
| Strategy | When to Use |
|---|---|
| Ship multiple boxes | Under 70 lbs each |
| Regional carriers | Zone 1-4 |
| Freight LTL | 150+ lbs |
| Negotiate rates | High volume |
Packaging Requirements
| Weight | Box Requirement |
|---|---|
| 50-70 lbs | Double-wall corrugated |
| 70-100 lbs | Triple-wall or crate |
| 100+ lbs | Pallet/crate |
USPS vs UPS vs FedEx
| Weight | USPS | UPS | FedEx |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 lbs | $45 | $52 | $54 |
| 65 lbs | $55 | $58 | $60 |
| 70 lbs | N/A | $68 | $70 |
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