Subscribe to RSS
http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/benefits/housing/online_hbml08_moving_weight/
Moving: Weight allowances
The government sets weight limits for what it will ship. The allowed weight depends on your rank and if you have dependents.
Weight allowances can be found in the Joint Federal Travel Regulations, Chapter 5, Part D.
The weight allowance includes the total weight of all household goods shipped, stored and sent as unaccompanied baggage.
Weight is estimated as 1,000 pounds per room, excluding bathrooms and storage areas, and then adding the estimated weight of large appliances, garage items and items in storage.
Estimated weights are not official. Charges are based on the weight tickets submitted by the moving company. Service members are responsible for charges incurred for any weight over the limit.
The transportation office will weigh your items again at your destination at no charge.
Leave a Comment
Most Viewed Stories
- Drill instructor to be awarded Silver Star
- This Marine’s mission: 1M push-ups in 2012
- Owner of troubled uniform store arrested
- Japan, U.S. agree on transfer of Marines
- Hazing court-martial begins for Marine sergeant
- U.S., Japan mull sending 4,700 Marines to Guam
- The ‘Stan: An officer’s unvarnished view
- DoD to recommend new combat roles for women
- Official: U.S. misjudged al-Qaida capabilities
- Marine sentenced for stealing from Iraq bases
- Pendleton Marine killed in deputy shooting
- Navy, Corps practice getting boots on the beach
Contests and Promotions
Enter our 2012 Red Carpet Contest!
Predict who will get the statues on Hollywood's big night and win a $200 Fandango Gift Card!
Click Here To Enter.
Win Tactical Night Vision Goggles!
Enter to Win the Military Times Sweepstakes!
Click Here To Enter.
Free Stickers
Click here and we'll send you a FREE AFGHANISTAN, IRAQ, VIETNAM, or DESERT STORM sticker.
Marketplace
Mil-Mall
2011 Insider's Guide To Military BenefitsThis handbook for military life includes essential information on pay and benefits, housing, education, health care and more.
Military Discounts
Save on your purchases!
In honor of your military service, you can find regular and name brand products at a special discount.
