On 10/18/2017 06:19 PM, Jon Elson wrote: > Yes, I had a 3500 Lb lathe shipped from NJ to MO for $600 (although that > was some years ago.) > I had a 1700 Lb pick and place machine shipped from Boston to MO for > somewhat less than that. > FedEx and UPS have arrangements for boxes up to 170 LBS, I think. There > is a surcharge for overweight > boxes, but it isn't that bad. If palletized, you may need to pay for a > lift gate truck at the receiving end, or have your own fork lift.
I simply have the LTL freight delivered to the same people I trust for shipping large objects. They charge $25 to receive and unload a shipment and will even help get it into my truck. They've got the forklift and will even inspect the freight on the receiving end. Good people. --Chuck
