70 lb – 100 lb

How to Ship a 100 lb Package — Private Carriers Only

At 100 lbs, USPS isn't an option — their max is 70 lbs. UPS and FedEx Ground accept up to 150 lbs, making them your carriers. At this weight, commercial rates are essential — retail pricing is brutal. Also consider LTL (less-than-truckload) freight as an alternative for items that can be palletized.

Expected pricing: $80-150 via UPS/FedEx Ground depending on zone and commercial rate.

Typical Pricing by Service

Service	Zone 2	Zone 8	Transit
USPS	N/A (over 70 lb limit)	N/A	N/A
UPS Ground (retail)	$95.00-120.00	$140.00-175.00	1-5 days
UPS Ground (Commercial Plus)	$75.00-95.00	$110.00-140.00	1-5 days
FedEx Ground	$95.00-120.00	$140.00-175.00	1-5 days
LTL Freight (pallet)	$100.00-200.00	$200.00-400.00	3-7 days

Rates are retail / approximate. Commercial accounts and Commercial Plus rates (via Pirate Ship, Shippo, ShippingLabel at scale) typically save 10-30% off these.

Recommended Carrier

UPS Ground or FedEx Ground with commercial rates. Compare your specific origin-destination pair. LTL freight is worth considering if palletized — often cheaper for bulky 100+ lb shipments. Retail pricing is uncompetitive.

Dimensional Weight Notes

DIM weight is important for bulky items. Compute DIM weight (L×W×H÷139) and compare to actual — carrier bills the higher. Dense items (machinery, parts) usually OK; bulky items (furniture, large equipment) often need freight.

Packaging for 100 lb

Triple-wall corrugated minimum. Consider wooden crates for very fragile 100 lb items. Heavy-duty reinforced tape. If item is flat/palletable, consider pallet shipping vs boxing.

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Tips & Strategy

•USPS doesn't ship 100 lbs — UPS and FedEx only for parcel
•Commercial UPS rates save 20-30% vs retail at 100 lb+
•LTL freight is often cheaper than parcel for palletizable items
•Always schedule pickup — 100 lb packages aren't practical to drop off
•Consider lift-gate delivery fee (~$50) if destination doesn't have a loading dock
•Box-in-box or double-boxing essential for fragile 100 lb items

Frequently asked questions

Can I ship 100 lb via USPS?

No. USPS maxes out at 70 lbs per package. For 100 lb, use UPS or FedEx Ground (up to 150 lbs).

Is LTL freight cheaper than parcel at 100 lb?

Often yes for palletizable items. Compare: LTL freight base cost ~$100-200 but fits multiple items; parcel $95-175 per package. If you ship 3+ boxes going same destination, LTL wins.

Do I need special packaging for 100 lb?

Yes. Triple-wall corrugated minimum, heavy-duty tape, possibly wooden crate for fragile items. Standard single-wall boxes will crush during transit.

Is residential delivery available at 100 lb?

Yes via UPS/FedEx. Residential surcharge applies. Lift-gate service may be needed if no loading dock — adds $50+ to the shipment.