Freight Partial Estimator

Calculate Volume LTL and Partial Truckload estimates based on trailer utilization and your custom brokerage margins.

Origin ZIP Code:

Destination ZIP Code:

Trailer Type:

Pallet Count: Volume LTL is typically 5 to 14 pallets.

Total Weight (lbs):

Current FTL Rate Per Mile ($): The going rate for a Full Truckload today.

Broker Markup Multiplier: Standard is 1.25 (25% markup).

Minimum Charge ($): Your absolute minimum to move any freight.

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Volume LTL vs. Partial Truckload

Volume LTL: Moves through a standard LTL carrier's hub-and-spoke network, but rates are spot-quoted based on trailer capacity rather than NMFC class. Highly susceptible to damage from cross-docking.

Partial Truckload: Freight stays on one truck from origin to destination (no cross-docking). It is paired with another shipper's freight to fill the trailer. Lower damage risk, but transit times depend on the carrier's ability to find matching freight.

This tool was created by Ben Crittenden, an IT professional with experience in web development, systems administration, and project management.