Is this load worth it?
Enter the load and your costs. You'll get a grade, your profit after fuel and costs, your break-even, and the rate to counter with.
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Read next
- How truck load boards workWhat a load board is, who posts the loads, and how carriers book them.
- How to read a load postingWhat every field means, and the details to confirm before you book.
- How to check a freight broker before you bookAuthority, credit, days to pay and double-brokering warning signs.
- Spot freight vs. contract freightHow the two markets work, and how small carriers use both.
Common questions
What's a good rate per mile?
It depends on your costs. A good rate is one that covers your all-in cost per mile and leaves the profit you want. Use the cost per mile calculator to find your number.
Should I include deadhead miles?
Yes. You pay for fuel and wear on every mile, so compare the load's pay against all miles, loaded and empty.
How is the grade figured?
A means the load meets your target profit per mile. B and C fall short, D barely makes money, and F loses money after fuel and your costs.
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