Full Truckload (FTL) Freight Shipping
AMZ Prep full truckload freight shipping moves dedicated loads across the US and Canada. One shipper per trailer. No shared space. Rate shop 35+ FTL carriers per shipment.
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What Is FTL Freight Shipping?
Full truckload shipping is the standard method for moving large volumes of freight. A standard 53 foot dry van trailer holds up to 26 pallets and 44,000 to 45,000 pounds. The shipper books the entire trailer regardless of whether the load fills the full space.
FTL shipping eliminates the handling that slows LTL freight. LTL shipments pass through 2 to 4 terminals where cargo is unloaded, sorted, and reloaded. FTL skips every terminal. The driver picks up at origin and delivers to destination without stopping for other freight.
AMZ Prep FTL trucking serves ecommerce brands shipping inventory to Amazon fulfillment centers, retail distribution centers, and 3PL warehouses. The dedicated trailer protects products from the damage risk that increases with each handling event on shared LTL trucks.
- AMZ Prep FTL freight assigns one shipper per trailer with no shared cargo
- A standard 53 foot dry van holds 26 pallets and up to 45,000 pounds
- FTL skips terminal transfers for faster transit and lower damage risk
- 35+ carrier rate shop finds the lowest FTL cost on every lane
How AMZ Prep Full Truckload Freight Works
Request Your FTL Quote
AMZ Prep collects origin, destination, commodity type, weight, pallet count, and delivery date. Specify equipment needs: dry van, reefer, flatbed, or step deck.
Compare Carrier Options
AMZ Prep rate shops 35+ carriers. Each option shows transit time, rate per mile, equipment type, and carrier safety rating. You select the best fit for your load.
Book and Dispatch
AMZ Prep books the carrier and assigns a dedicated truck. The trailer arrives at your dock empty. Your freight is the only cargo on the truck from pickup to delivery.
Track to Delivery
AMZ Prep provides real time GPS tracking from pickup through delivery. Live updates confirm transit status. Delivery is verified against the scheduled window.
Why AMZ Prep FTL Freight Beats Single Carrier Booking
35+ Carrier Rate Shop
AMZ Prep quotes every FTL shipment across the full carrier network. The lowest cost option wins on every lane. Single carrier booking limits you to one rate.
Dedicated Trailer
AMZ Prep FTL freight assigns one trailer to one shipper. No co-loading, no terminal handling, no reloading. Product arrives in the same condition it was loaded.
Direct Routing
AMZ Prep FTL shipments travel direct from origin to destination. No terminal stops between pickup and delivery. Transit time drops 1 to 3 days compared to LTL on the same lane.
Real Time GPS Tracking
AMZ Prep tracks every FTL shipment live from pickup to delivery. You see where the truck is at any moment. No waiting for milestone scans at terminal checkpoints.
All Equipment Types
AMZ Prep sources dry van, refrigerated, flatbed, step deck, and conestoga trailers. The right equipment for your product type is matched at booking.
Cross Border Included
AMZ Prep handles FTL freight between the US and Canada with customs brokerage included. One provider from origin to destination. No separate broker needed.
FTL vs LTL Freight: Key Differences
AMZ Prep ships both FTL and LTL freight. The right choice depends on shipment size, transit speed, and handling sensitivity. This table covers the core differences between full truckload and less than truckload shipping.
| Factor | FTL (Full Truckload) | LTL (Less Than Truckload) |
|---|---|---|
| Trailer usage | Entire trailer for one shipper | Shared space with multiple shippers |
| Typical shipment size | 10,000 to 45,000 pounds, 10 to 26 pallets | 150 to 10,000 pounds, 1 to 10 pallets |
| Terminal transfers | Zero. Direct origin to destination | 2 to 4 terminal stops for sorting and reloading |
| Transit time | 1 to 5 days depending on distance | 3 to 7 days, longer due to terminal stops |
| Handling events | 2 (load and unload) | 6 to 10 (each terminal adds load/unload cycles) |
| Damage risk | Lower. Product stays on the trailer from pickup to delivery | Higher. Each handling event increases damage probability |
| Cost structure | Flat rate per mile for the full trailer | Per hundredweight (CWT) based on class and weight |
| Cost per pound (large loads) | Lower. Per mile rate covers the full trailer regardless of weight | Higher. Per CWT pricing compounds as weight increases |
| Tracking | Real time GPS. Truck location visible at any moment | Terminal milestone scans only |
| Best for | Loads over 10,000 lbs or 10+ pallets needing speed and protection | Smaller shipments under 10,000 lbs where cost per shipment matters most |
What Affects FTL Freight Rates?
AMZ Prep full truckload rates depend on six factors. Each factor shifts the per mile cost depending on the lane, load, and market conditions.
Lane and Distance
FTL rates are quoted per mile. Longer lanes have lower per mile rates. Short haul lanes under 300 miles carry higher per mile costs because the fixed pickup and delivery time is a larger portion of the trip.
Equipment Type
Dry van is the lowest cost FTL equipment. Refrigerated trailers add $0.25 to $0.75 per mile for temperature control. Flatbed and step deck cost more due to specialized loading and securement.
Seasonality
FTL rates rise during Q4 peak season (October through December) and produce season (April through August). Rates drop during January through March. AMZ Prep locks in capacity early for seasonal shippers.
Market Conditions
Spot rates fluctuate based on carrier capacity and freight demand. Tight markets push FTL rates higher. AMZ Prep rate shops every load against both spot and contract rates to find the best available price.
Lead Time
FTL shipments booked 3 to 5 days in advance get lower rates than same day or next day dispatch. AMZ Prep recommends advance booking when possible to secure contract level pricing.
Accessorials
Liftgate delivery, inside pickup, driver assist loading, and detention time add fees. AMZ Prep identifies all required accessorials upfront so quotes are accurate before booking.
Who Uses Full Truckload Freight Shipping?
Amazon FBA Sellers
AMZ Prep FTL freight moves full truckloads into Amazon fulfillment centers. The Middle Mile network routes loads for 2 to 4 day check in. Standard inbound takes 2 to 3 weeks.
Retail Distribution
AMZ Prep FTL freight delivers to Walmart, Costco, and Target distribution centers. Full truckloads meet retail compliance windows and purchase order delivery requirements.
Warehouse Transfers
AMZ Prep FTL freight moves inventory between warehouses and distribution centers. Full truckloads are the most cost efficient method for large inter facility transfers.
Seasonal Inventory
AMZ Prep FTL freight positions seasonal inventory before Q4 and Prime Day. Full truckloads lock in capacity and rates before peak season pricing increases.
Fragile or High Value
AMZ Prep FTL freight protects fragile and high value products. Dedicated trailers eliminate the handling events that cause damage on shared LTL trucks.
FTL Freight Between US and Canada
AMZ Prep ships full truckload freight cross border between the US and Canada with full customs support. One provider manages origin to destination. No separate customs broker required.
AMZ Prep handles customs brokerage, ISF filing, and duty calculation on every cross border FTL shipment. Section 321 de minimis entry applies to qualifying shipments under $800 USD.
Customs Brokerage
AMZ Prep manages all customs documentation for cross border FTL freight. ISF filing, HS code classification, duty calculation, and compliance verification included at no extra cost.
US to Canada Lanes
AMZ Prep runs FTL freight on high volume lanes from US origin points to Canadian destinations. Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Calgary corridors run weekly with contracted capacity.
Section 321 Entry
Qualifying shipments under $800 USD clear with de minimis entry. No formal customs filing or duty payment required. AMZ Prep identifies eligible shipments automatically at booking.
Brands That Ship FTL Freight with AMZ Prep
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Flexon Hose
Industrial brand reduced freight costs by 20 to 25 percent. AMZ Prep rate shopping across 35+ carriers delivered the savings on full truckload lanes.
Beekeeper's Naturals
Health and wellness brand ships 50+ full truckloads weekly through AMZ Prep's freight network across US and Canada.
Mid Day Squares
Temperature controlled cross border FTL freight for a meltable CPG brand. AMZ Prep manages reefer truckloads from Canada to US fulfillment centers.
Frequently Asked Questions
FTL freight shipping means a single shipper books an entire truck trailer for their cargo. No other shipments share the space. The truck moves direct from origin to destination without terminal transfers or hub stops.
FTL uses a dedicated truck for one shipper's cargo. LTL combines multiple shippers' freight on one truck. FTL is faster because it skips terminal transfers. LTL costs less per shipment for loads under 10,000 pounds.
A standard 53 foot dry van holds 26 pallets single stacked on standard 48 by 40 inch pallets. Double stacking increases capacity to 52 pallets. Maximum weight is 44,000 to 45,000 pounds.
FTL freight rates depend on distance, lane, equipment, and season. Average dry van rates range from $2.00 to $3.50 per mile. AMZ Prep rate shops 35+ carriers per shipment to find the lowest cost on each lane.
Use FTL when your shipment exceeds 10,000 pounds, fills more than 10 pallets, or needs to arrive without handling stops. FTL costs less per pound than LTL for large shipments. For urgent loads, expedited freight adds guaranteed delivery windows.
Yes. AMZ Prep ships full truckloads to Amazon fulfillment centers. The Middle Mile network routes FTL shipments for 2 to 4 day check in. This replaces the standard 2 to 3 week inbound timeline and avoids placement fees.
Yes. AMZ Prep ships FTL freight cross border between the US and Canada. Customs brokerage, ISF filing, and duty calculation are included. One provider from origin to destination.
AMZ Prep sources dry van, refrigerated, flatbed, step deck, and conestoga trailers for FTL. Dry van is standard for most ecommerce freight. Reefer is required for temperature sensitive products.
Get Your FTL Freight Quote
AMZ Prep rate shops 35+ carriers for every full truckload shipment. Dry van, reefer, and flatbed quotes available on every lane.
