Free Bill of Lading

Full Truckload (TL) Shipment

How to fill out a BOL for a full truckload.

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Ship From (Shipper)
Ship To (Consignee)
Carrier
Line items
Line 1
Density-based class lookup (L × W × H + weight)
Third-party billing (optional)
Customer order section (optional)

No customer orders. Add one if your shipment references PO numbers.

CoD + special instructions
Loaded by / counted by (carrier section)
Signatures (optional)
Shipper signature
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Carrier signature
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Consignee signature
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Tool-output, not legal advice. Verify NMFC classes and hazmat declarations before signing.

Overview

TL shipments use the entire trailer for one consignee. BOL emphasizes total weight, seal number, trailer number, and pickup/delivery appointments rather than freight class.

Key fields

Common mistakes

Missing seal number, incorrect trailer number, no contact at consignee.

Full Truckload (TL) Shipment — FAQs

What's special about a full truckload (tl) shipment BOL?
TL shipments use the entire trailer for one consignee. BOL emphasizes total weight, seal number, trailer number, and pickup/delivery appointments rather than freight class.
What fields must I include?
Required fields for full truckload (tl) shipment: Seal #, trailer #, total weight, pickup/delivery appointment, special instructions.
What are common mistakes?
Missing seal number, incorrect trailer number, no contact at consignee.
Is this BOL legally binding?
Yes — under 49 USC §14706 (Carmack Amendment) and 49 CFR §373.101 the BOL governs interstate carrier liability and is enforceable as the contract of carriage.
Can I file a claim using this BOL?
Yes — exceptions noted on the consignee's signed copy (POD) form the basis for freight claims under Carmack.

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