💸 Why FTL (Full Truckload) Shipping Could Save Your Business Money
If your business ships large volumes of freight or needs to move high-value, time-sensitive loads, you’ve probably wondered whether FTL (Full Truckload) shipping is worth the investment.
Spoiler alert: FTL shipping can save your business real money — both in hard costs and in the soft costs of delays, damages, and inefficiencies.
At MO Trucking Inc., we help shippers unlock better rates and streamlined service by showing them exactly when and how FTL shipping makes financial sense.
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🚛 What is FTL (Full Truckload) Shipping?
FTL shipping means your freight occupies an entire truck trailer, moving directly from the pickup location to its delivery point without being transferred or combined with other shipments.
This method differs from LTL (Less-Than-Truckload), where multiple shippers share trailer space and pay only for the space they use — but also deal with multiple stops, longer transit times, and a higher risk of freight handling.
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💰 How FTL Shipping Saves Businesses Money
Here’s how FTL shipping can cut costs and improve your bottom line:
1️⃣ Lower Risk of Damage or Loss
FTL freight is loaded once and delivered once. No terminal transfers. No cross-docking. That reduces claims, damage expenses, and customer service headaches.
2️⃣ Faster Delivery = Fewer Penalties
Full truckload shipments move directly from origin to destination, speeding up delivery times. This helps you avoid late delivery penalties and keeps your supply chain on schedule.
3️⃣ Predictable Pricing
While LTL rates fluctuate with freight class, pallet count, and handling fees, FTL shipping rates are based on miles, equipment type, and fuel — making it easier to predict and budget your shipping costs.
4️⃣ Volume Discounts for Regular Freight
If you consistently ship full loads or have backhaul opportunities, carriers like MO Trucking Inc. can offer preferred pricing and contracted rates that lower your per-mile cost.
5️⃣ Fewer Accessorial Charges
With LTL freight, every extra service — from liftgate use to residential delivery — adds fees. FTL pricing includes point-to-point transport without nickel-and-diming for every stop or special request.
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📊 Real-World Example: LTL vs. FTL Cost Comparison
| Shipment Details | LTL Cost | FTL Cost |
| 12 Pallets (20,000 lbs) | $2,350 | $2,050 |
| Transit Time | 4 Days | 2 Days |
| Risk of Damage | Moderate (multiple touches) | Low (one load, one unload) |
| Additional Fees | Fuel surcharge, liftgate, residential, terminal handling | Fuel surcharge only |
In this example, FTL saves $300 upfront, trims transit time by 50%, and lowers potential claims risk — a triple win.
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📈 When Should Your Business Choose FTL Shipping?
Consider FTL shipping when:
- Your freight fills a trailer by weight (typically 35,000–45,000 lbs) or volume
- You’re shipping high-value or sensitive freight
- Transit time is a priority
- You want to reduce the number of freight claims
- You’re moving multiple pallets or partial loads consistently
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🚀 How to Get the Best FTL Freight Rates
Want to know what you’d pay for an FTL shipment today?
MO Trucking Inc. combines our dedicated asset-based fleet with the massive GlobalTranz network to secure the best pricing on every route.
👉 Request a Custom FTL Quote Here
We’ll shop rates, confirm capacity, and lock in competitive pricing tailored to your shipment’s size, destination, and timeline.
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✅ Why Choose MO Trucking Inc. for FTL Shipping?
- Reliable, competitive FTL freight rates
- Access to national and regional capacity
- Dedicated account support
- No-hassle online quote requests
- Real-time tracking and dispatch visibility
We make it easy to move freight smarter, faster, and more affordably.
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📞 Get Your FTL Freight Quote Now
Don’t overspend on freight this year. See how much you could save by switching to FTL shipping with MO Trucking Inc.