Metal Coils

Quick Answer

Metal coils can roll, tip, or concentrate weight in a small footprint. The federal commodity section should be checked before choosing securement.

Orientation drives the review

A coil can present a different risk depending on whether the eye is vertical, lengthwise, or crosswise. The page does not assign a method from the name alone; the current source section and carrier policy need to match the actual orientation.

Weight concentrated over a small footprint also affects dunnage, trailer capacity, and how securement devices bear against the cargo.

Device and contact notes

Check chains, binders, anchor points, coil racks or cradles, edge contact, and any places where securement can slide on the coil surface. Protect cargo and devices where contact can cut, dent, or loosen the system.

If coil orientation, weight, or packaging is unclear, treat the load as a manual review before movement.

Common mistakes

The risky shortcut is using a remembered coil setup without confirming orientation and section fit. Another is checking chain count while missing the anchor rating or contact angle.

Source notes

This page maps to 49 CFR 393.120. It does not reproduce coil-specific tables or substitute for coil training.

Practical Notes

This topic carries elevated securement risk. Verify the current eCFR rule text, carrier policy, shipper requirements, manufacturer ratings, and the physical condition of every device before a truck moves.