LTL Shipping

LTL Shipping

Shipping LTL The Right Way

LHP offers access to our LTL rating system (TMS) packed with discounted LTL rates. Get instant quotes, book loads, track your LTL shipments and manage all aspects of reporting and billing in one, easy to use system.

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Advantages of LTL Shipping

LTL (Less than Truckload) shipping offers cost savings, increased flexibility, and efficiency for businesses by allowing them to ship smaller freight quantities without the need for a full truck.

When to Ship Via LTL

You should ship via LTL (Less than Truckload) when your freight doesn’t fill an entire truck, allowing for cost-effective transport of smaller cargo volumes. 

Why LHP Will Be Your Smart Choice

You should ship via LTL (Less than Truckload) when your freight doesn’t fill an entire truck, allowing for cost-effective transport of smaller cargo volumes.

LTL Freight: The Basics

LTL (Less than Truckload) shipping is a transportation method used for sending smaller freight loads that don't require the space of an entire truck. Instead of booking an entire truck, shippers share space with others, consolidating their shipments with goods from multiple customers in one truck. This system is cost-effective for businesses shipping smaller volumes, as they only pay for the space their cargo occupies. LTL offers frequent and flexible pickup and delivery schedules, tracking capabilities, and the ability to ship to residential or remote areas.

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FAQ's

  • Why LTL?

    Consolidated trailers save money


    Ship via LHP's LTL Platform to cost-effectively transport smaller freight loads by sharing truck space, ensuring flexibility and efficient use of resources.

  • What is Not Considered LTL

    What are the requirements for LTL?


    Freight that occupies the entire space of a truck or exceeds the weight and size limits of LTL carriers is considered not LTL. Typically that can be less than 12' and 8000 lbs

  • LTL for Mexico

    Cross border and Intra-Mexico


    LHP is one of a small handful of companies that offer Intra-Mexico LTL shipping as well as cross-border. We can even manage your customs

  • Does It Need To Be Palletized?

    LTL Shipping Criteria


    For LTL (Less than Truckload) shipping, packaging types commonly used include pallets, crates, corrugated boxes, shrink wrap, banding, and protective padding or cushioning to ensure the safety and integrity of the shipped goods during transit.

  • Proper Freight Class / NMFC Codes

    Avoid Rebilling & Reclassifications


    Not sure what your freight class is, or your NMFC Code? Our software allows you to calculate density freight class or you can reach out to our LTL Freight Manager: smichael@lhptransport.com

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LTL (Less Than Truckload) Shipping

LHP Transportation Services manages thousands of LTL loads each year, all across North America.

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