What fields must I include?

Required fields for intermodal container shipment: Container #, chassis #, ramp origin/destination, rail SCAC, master BOL reference.

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.

What fields must I include?

Required fields for intermodal container shipment: Container #, chassis #, ramp origin/destination, rail SCAC, master BOL reference.

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.

Intermodal Container Shipment

How to fill out a BOL for intermodal/rail freight.

Generate your BOL

Free · No signup · PDF download · VICS-format

Form type

BOL NumberShip DateFreight Charge TermsMaster BOL?Includes underlying BOLs

Ship From (Shipper)

Name *ContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

Ship To (Consignee)

Name *ContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

CarrierCarrier nameSCACPRO #Trailer #Seal #

Line items

Line 1

HU qtyHU typePkg qtyPkg typeWeight (lb)Hazmat?Yes (X)

Description

NMFC #Class

Density-based class lookup (L × W × H + weight)

Length (in)Width (in)Height (in)Weight (lb)

Third-party billing (optional)

NameContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

Customer order section (optional)

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

CoD + special instructions

CoD amount ($)CoD fee terms

Special instructions

Loaded by / counted by (carrier section)

Trailer loaded byFreight counted by

Signatures (optional)

Shipper signature

Sign here

Date

Carrier signature

Sign here

Date

Consignee signature

Sign here

Date

Tool-output, not legal advice. Verify NMFC classes and hazmat declarations before signing.

Overview

Intermodal moves containers via rail and truck. The BOL must reference the container number, ramp origin/destination, chassis pool, and rail interchange points.

Key fields

Container #
chassis #
ramp origin/destination
rail SCAC
master BOL reference

Common mistakes

Forgetting the chassis pool, missing master BOL link, wrong ramp city.

Intermodal Container Shipment — FAQs

What's special about a intermodal container shipment BOL?: Intermodal moves containers via rail and truck. The BOL must reference the container number, ramp origin/destination, chassis pool, and rail interchange points.
What fields must I include?: Required fields for intermodal container shipment: Container #, chassis #, ramp origin/destination, rail SCAC, master BOL reference.
What are common mistakes?: Forgetting the chassis pool, missing master BOL link, wrong ramp city.
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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