LTL services
Less than Truckload
Firstly, the phase LTL means a shipment that does not require a full 48- or 53-foot trailer. Essentially, the term less than truckload is the basis for LTL, the acronym that serves as the common moniker of this freight mode. At the most basic level, LTL shipping is the transportation of freight that occupies only a portion of an entire trailer. Multiple shippers share space on the same truck only paying for their portion, making LTL a cost-efficient method of shipping freight.
There are many carriers that specialize or offer this service and, like full truckload carriers, MTM LOGISTICS, specializes in different services such as: lift gate, residential pickups and deliveries, guaranteed services, and bottom line costs to name a few. Products are moved from point to point by several different modes of transport; air, rail, water and truck. In the US, the movement of goods by truck offers shippers infinite flexibility due to relatively low cost.
- Cost Efficiency More economical option for smaller shipments
- Eco-friendliness LTL not only cuts down cost, but also the carbon footprint by sharing space with other shippers on the same truck
- Access to Advanced Technology We offer real-time tracking Samsara, giving you visibility into your shipment’s location and status
What factors impact shipping costs?
- Pick Up and Delivery location
- Weight and Dimensions
- Type of Cargo
- Insurance
- Fuel Prices
- Freight Class