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Posted by Dave H (MI) on April 08, 2005 at 10:08:50 from (205.188.117.66):
In Reply to: Re: hauling costs?? posted by Allan in NE on April 08, 2005 at 09:36:50:
Yes, he is...but that $200K rig is not paid for by hauling tractors part-time. What you are forgetting is the (lost) cost of hauling an empty rig back home after the main load is delivered. I usually get a deal from the trucker for filling that empty space. Always try to get a trucker who is needing to fill out a trailer and you will get a better deal. Something closer to $1 per loaded mile seems to be the average quote around here for a longer haul. Check around.
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