Reviewed and updated on 13 August 2026
Full or part load
FTL gives one shipper the planned vehicle capacity and is useful for larger, sensitive or time-critical lots. LTL combines several consignments and may be economical for smaller cargo, with extra terminal handling and a broader delivery window.
Choose by cargo, not by name
Curtainsiders serve ordinary pallets, reefers maintain temperature, and platforms support top-loaded or outsized pieces. Check package dimensions, axle loads, loading method, stacking rules and access at both warehouses.
Information for a quotation
- full addresses and opening hours;
- weight and dimensions of every package;
- packaging and stacking limits;
- temperature, seal and securing requirements;
- cargo-ready and required-delivery dates.
Comparing road freight offers
Every provider needs the same addresses, dates, package list, dimensions, cargo properties, loading method and vehicle requirements. Vague descriptions produce quotations that cannot be compared and often exclude different operations.
| Area | Questions to ask |
|---|---|
| Route | Tolls, ferries, borders, access restrictions and warehouse hours. |
| Vehicle | Body type, payload, internal height, loading and securing. |
| Timing | Collection window, free waiting time, transit and delay reporting. |
| Price | Waiting, extra stops, permits, document return and surcharges. |
Documents and cargo safety
Agree the booking, transport document, cargo details and acceptance process before collection. For international transport, the document set depends on the countries, commodity and customs procedure. Check weight distribution, axle limits, packaging and securing as one system.
- Describe each package and loading condition.
- Choose between a full and part load.
- Compare route, total cost and risk.
- Confirm documents and responsibilities.
- Record all agreed conditions before dispatch.
Official source
- Russian Government Resolution No. 2200 on road freight rules.