Faster delivery. Predictable costs. Dedicated service.
When LTL won't cut it, FTL is your answer. Rent an entire 48' or 53' trailer, lock in a competitive rate, and get door-to-door service with no stops or transfers.
What is full truckload (FTL)?
Full truckload means you rent the entire truck. Nothing shares your space — your shipment moves from origin warehouse directly to destination dock with no stops, transfers or delays.
Ideal for big loads
Shipments over ~20 pallets or 20,000 lb.
Time-sensitive freight
No transfers means faster, more predictable transit.
Fragile or high-value goods
Less handling means less risk of damage.
Recurring lanes
Weekly or monthly service locks in better rates.
FTL costs more than LTL per shipment, but less per unit once you have volume.
When does FTL make financial sense?
Compare on unit cost ($/lb), not total shipment cost.
| Shipment | LTL cost | FTL cost | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~11,000 lb | $0.23–0.32/lb ≈ $2,500–3,500 | $0.16–0.20/lb ≈ $1,750–2,250 | FTL — saves 30–40% |
| ~33,000 lb | $0.16–0.23/lb ≈ $5,250–7,500 | $0.11–0.16/lb ≈ $3,750–5,250 | FTL — saves 30–50% |
| ~4,400 lb | $0.36–0.55/lb ≈ $1,600–2,400 | Below FTL minimum (~$1,200) | LTL — unused capacity isn't worth it |
Breakeven is around 22,000 lb on most US lanes. Above that, FTL economics win.
Choose your trailer
Standard dry van (48'/53')
21–24 pallets (48') or 26–30 (53'); up to ~45,000 lb. General freight, retail, electronics, machinery.
Refrigerated (reefer)
20–26 pallets, temp control roughly 0°F to 75°F. Food, pharma, temperature-sensitive goods. ~15–20% premium.
Flatbed
Heavy and oversized loads, up to 48' deck. Machinery, steel, construction equipment. Priced by weight and oversize permits.
Tanker
Bulk liquids — fuel, oil, chemicals, food-grade. Specialized pricing with hazmat certification and cleaning.
Lock in your price with dedicated lanes
Ship the same route weekly or monthly? Dedicated FTL can meaningfully lower your per-trip cost.
Guaranteed capacity
Same day and time each week.
Locked-in rate
No seasonal fluctuations.
Same carrier
You build a relationship.
Priority service
Skip the spot-market queue.
Example: a weekly 20-pallet load, Chicago to Dallas, at $1,400/trip on the spot market is about $72,800/year. Dedicated at $1,200/trip is about $62,400 — roughly $10,400 saved (14%).
The Lancashire FTL advantage
Competitive pricing
We consolidate volume, so you get better rates than booking carriers direct.
No minimums
One shipment or 100 a month — same quoting, never locked in.
Carrier quality
Every truck is CSA-rated, insured and DOT-maintained before it carries your freight.
Transparent add-ons
Lift-gate, appointments, hazmat labeling — every charge listed upfront.
Real-time tracking
GPS updates every 15 minutes, for you and your customer.
Accountability
Truck breaks down? We find a replacement. Missed delivery? We make it right.
Booking your full truckload
Get a quote
Pickup and delivery locations and dates, weight, dimensions, any special requirements — ~2 min online.
Review & lock
Binding rate, valid 48 hours.
Book & confirm
We assign a carrier; you get 24-hour pickup notice.
Track & deliver
GPS tracking, SMS updates, POD signature.
Your FTL questions answered
How much space does a full truckload have?+
48' trailers hold 21–24 pallets; 53' hold 26–30, depending on pallet size and stacking.
What if I only fill half the truck?+
You still pay for the full truck, but per-unit cost is usually still lower than LTL for heavy or bulky freight.
Can I split my shipment across pallets?+
Yes — pallets, crates, boxes, it doesn't matter, as long as the total fits one truck.
What if my shipment is overweight?+
Max legal weight is about 45,000 lb of freight on a 53'. Beyond that we arrange a permit ($200–500) and special handling, quoted upfront.
How far ahead do I book?+
Anytime. Same-day pickup if a truck is available; most customers book 2–3 days out for the best rates.
Ready for full truckload?
Get a competitive FTL rate, lock it in, and book your truck.
Get your FTL quote