Full Truckload (FTL)
Full Truckload (FTL) refers to a shipping method where a single shipment occupies an entire truck, regardless of whether the truck is fully loaded or not. This method is often used for large, heavy, or high-volume shipments that can fill a truck. FTL offers advantages such as faster transit times, reduced handling, and lower risk of damage compared to Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping, making it a preferred option for larger shipments.
Related glossary terms
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) combines multiple shippers' goods in one truck, sharing transportation costs based on the space or weight each shipment occupies.
Backhaul
Backhaul is the return trip of a delivery vehicle, often empty or partially loaded. Learn how backhaul optimization reduces freight costs and operational waste.
Drayage
Drayage is the short-distance trucking of ocean containers between ports, rail yards, and warehouses. Learn how rates are set, chassis fees, and dwell risks.
Line-Haul Shipment
Line-Haul Shipment is the long-distance transportation of goods between cities or major freight hubs, forming the primary backbone of regional cargo movement.
