Less than Truckload (LTL) refers to a type of freight shipment that does not require a full truck to transport. LTL shipments typically weigh between 150 and 15,000 pounds and take up less than six pallet spaces.
WHAT is LTL ?
1. Cost savings LTL shipping can be a more cost-effective option for shippers who don't need to fill an entire truck. By consolidating multiple shipments into a single truck, LTL carriers can offer lower rates than FTL (Full Truckload) carriers.
Advantages of LTL
2. Increased flexibility LTL shipping allows shippers to send smaller shipments, which can be more convenient and flexible than waiting to fill an entire truck.
Advantages of LTL
1. Longer transit times LTL shipping often takes longer than FTL shipping, as the truck must make multiple stops to pick up and drop off freight from different shippers.
Disadvantages of LTL
Disadvantages of LTL
2. Potential for damageBecause LTL shipments are often loaded and unloaded multiple times, there is a higher risk of damage to the freight.