Dry Less than truckload (Dry LTL) is ideal for companies that need to move items but don’t need a full truck. Shipping costs often add up quickly. Therefore, LTL is a more cost-effective way for companies to ship products. Generally, dry LTL loads end up being between 100 pounds (the limit for most parcel carriers) and 10,000 pounds per load (when a full truckload is more appropriate).
The Benefits of Dry LTL
If you’re unfamiliar with the term dry LTL, it just refers to less-than-full loads as its name implies. Logistics companies make this process efficient for everyone by combining shipments from multiple businesses to fill a single trailer. This makes it economical for the logistics company as well as the individual businesses because they’re only paying for their portion of the cost of the truckload.
For example, if your load only fills one-tenth of the truck, then that’s all you would pay (aside from weight considerations). This is ideal for small to medium-sized businesses that don’t require full truckloads.
Other benefits of dry LTL include the following.
- Ability to meet unique product shipment requirements
- Leverage a large carrier network
- Simplified tracking
- Environmentally friendly
Dry LTL not only saves companies money but also reduces their carbon footprint, makes tracking their products easier, and allows them to leverage a 3PL’s large national carrier network.
Trust CWI Logistics for Your Dry LTL Needs
The flexibility of our dry LTL service is very beneficial for small and midsize companies, as daily, weekly, or monthly orders can be scaled up or down depending on the need.
There are several benefits to consolidating freight in this way, including convenience, cost, and reduced risk.
If you’d like to learn more about CWI’s LTL services, please contact a member of our team today!
Dry LTL Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Dry Less-Than-Truckload (Dry LTL) shipping?
Dry LTL refers to shipping non-refrigerated (“dry”) goods in loads that don’t fill an entire truck trailer. By combining shipments from multiple businesses into one trailer, you only pay for the space your freight occupies—making it a highly efficient and cost-effective option for smaller shipments.
2. What size shipments are ideal for Dry LTL with CWI Logistics?
Dry LTL is perfect for loads typically between 100 pounds (above most parcel carrier limits) and 10,000 pounds (below the threshold where a full truckload becomes more appropriate). This range suits small to medium-sized businesses that don’t generate enough volume for dedicated full truckloads.
3. How does Dry LTL save money compared to other shipping methods?
You pay only for your portion of the trailer (e.g., one-tenth if your load fills just that much), avoiding the full cost of a dedicated truck or higher parcel rates for smaller items. Consolidation through our process reduces overall expenses while maintaining convenience and lower risk.
4. What additional benefits does CWI’s Dry LTL service offer?
Beyond cost savings, our Dry LTL provides the ability to meet unique product shipment requirements, access to a large national carrier network, simplified real-time tracking, and an environmentally friendly approach by reducing the number of trucks on the road through efficient consolidation.
5. Why choose CWI Logistics for Dry LTL shipping needs?
Our Dry LTL service offers exceptional flexibility—easily scaling for daily, weekly, or monthly orders up or down as your needs change. Ideal for small and midsize companies, we combine shipments expertly to maximize convenience, minimize costs and risks, and deliver reliable performance through our experienced 3PL network. Contact our team today to get started!