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Road & Intermodal

Less Than Truckload (LTL)

Definition

A road freight service that combines smaller shipments from multiple customers within a shared network.

In practical terms

LTL shipments commonly move through terminals and are priced or classified using shipment characteristics. Accurate weight, dimensions, packaging, and handling details are important.

Example

Four palletized cartons share trailer capacity with freight for other destinations.