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    LTL LESS THAN TRUCKLOAD

    LTL stands for “Less Than Truckload” and describes freight shipments that are too big for parcel carriers like the US Postal Service. Avro is here to help you get what you want: the best freight shipping company at the best rate. We’ll help you figure out how to ship freight, help you get the best LTL shipping rates, and give you some tips along the way. You can always contact us directly and we will follow up with you directly.

    Avro’s marketplace makes it easy to find the best shipping options for your needs and your budget. Create a shipment listing with your needs and be as detailed as possible. After your listing is complete, you’ll receive a few direct quotes. You can accept one of those rates or you can take your freight shipment to auction. There, you’ll get quotes from LTL transport specialists as they bid for your business. Your LTL freight carrier will combine your shipment with other LTL shipments to maximize efficiency and reduce costs. The freight is then transported via a hub system, where it is transferred between trucks and freight centers until it reaches its ultimate destination.

    Frequently Asked Question

    In general, less than truckload freight shipments are carried away through third-party logistics companies (3PLs).

    Typically, LTL directs individual shipments between 150 and 15,000 pounds.

    To calculate the density of an LTL shipment, carriers measure the weight of the LTL shipment per hundred pounds and divide it by the total volume of the shipment.

    In general, LTL is best for those ranging between 1 to 6 pallets (or less than 12 linear feet).