Bobtail fee

What is a bobtail fee?

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Bobtail fees apply to drayage shipments. When a truck offloads a full container load at a warehouse but leaves empty, the shipper will accrue a fee which is typically around half of the cost of the shipment. Bobtail fees can be avoided with a drop and hook.

Learn more about accessorial charges and additional fees.

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