Freight Quote Calculator
Get accurate freight shipping estimates with this comprehensive calculator. Calculate costs for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) and Full Truckload (FTL) shipments. Factor in weight, dimensions, freight class, origin, destination, and special handling requirements. Compare service levels and add accessories like liftgate and residential delivery. Perfect for shippers, freight brokers, and logistics managers.
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export function freightQuoteCalculator(form: FormTs) {
form.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('header', {
computedValue: () => 'Freight Quote Calculator',
customStyles: { 'font-size': '1.5rem', 'font-weight': '600', 'color': '#1e293b' }
});
});
form.addSpacer({ height: 20 });
// Shipment Type Section
const shipmentSection = form.addSubform('shipment', { title: '🚚 Shipment Type' });
shipmentSection.addRow(row => {
row.addRadioButton('type', {
label: 'Shipment Type',
options: [
{ id: 'ltl', name: 'LTL (Less-Than-Truckload)' },
{ id: 'ftl', name: 'FTL (Full Truckload)' },
{ id: 'partial', name: 'Partial Truckload' }
],
defaultValue: 'ltl',
isRequired: true
});
});
// Cargo Details Section
const cargoSection = form.addSubform('cargo', { title: '📦 Cargo Details' });
cargoSection.addRow(row => {
row.addInteger('weight', {
label: 'Total Weight (lbs)',
min: 1,
max: 45000,
defaultValue: 1500,
isRequired: true
}, '1fr');
row.addInteger('pallets', {
label: 'Number of Pallets',
min: 1,
max: 26,
defaultValue: 2,
isVisible: () => ['ltl', 'partial'].includes(shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() || ''),
tooltip: 'Standard pallets (48x40)'
}, '1fr');
});
cargoSection.addRow(row => {
row.addInteger('length', {
label: 'Length (inches)',
min: 1,
max: 636,
defaultValue: 48,
isVisible: () => shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() === 'ltl'
}, '1fr');
row.addInteger('width', {
label: 'Width (inches)',
min: 1,
max: 102,
defaultValue: 40,
isVisible: () => shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() === 'ltl'
}, '1fr');
row.addInteger('height', {
label: 'Height (inches)',
min: 1,
max: 108,
defaultValue: 48,
isVisible: () => shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() === 'ltl'
}, '1fr');
});
cargoSection.addRow(row => {
row.addDropdown('freightClass', {
label: 'Freight Class',
options: [
{ id: 'auto', name: 'Auto-calculate from dimensions' },
{ id: '50', name: 'Class 50 (50+ lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '55', name: 'Class 55 (35-50 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '60', name: 'Class 60 (30-35 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '65', name: 'Class 65 (22.5-30 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '70', name: 'Class 70 (15-22.5 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '77.5', name: 'Class 77.5 (13.5-15 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '85', name: 'Class 85 (12-13.5 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '92.5', name: 'Class 92.5 (10.5-12 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '100', name: 'Class 100 (9-10.5 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '110', name: 'Class 110 (8-9 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '125', name: 'Class 125 (7-8 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '150', name: 'Class 150 (6-7 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '175', name: 'Class 175 (5-6 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '200', name: 'Class 200 (4-5 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '250', name: 'Class 250 (3-4 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '300', name: 'Class 300 (2-3 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '400', name: 'Class 400 (1-2 lbs/cu ft)' },
{ id: '500', name: 'Class 500 (<1 lb/cu ft)' }
],
defaultValue: 'auto',
isVisible: () => shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() === 'ltl'
});
});
cargoSection.addRow(row => {
row.addDropdown('commodityType', {
label: 'Commodity Type',
options: [
{ id: 'general', name: 'General Freight' },
{ id: 'machinery', name: 'Machinery / Equipment' },
{ id: 'food', name: 'Food / Beverages' },
{ id: 'electronics', name: 'Electronics' },
{ id: 'furniture', name: 'Furniture' },
{ id: 'building', name: 'Building Materials' },
{ id: 'chemicals', name: 'Chemicals (non-hazmat)' },
{ id: 'automotive', name: 'Automotive Parts' }
],
defaultValue: 'general'
});
});
// Route Section
const routeSection = form.addSubform('route', { title: '📍 Route' });
routeSection.addRow(row => {
row.addAddress('originAddress', {
label: 'Pickup Location',
placeholder: 'Enter pickup address...',
restrictToCountries: ['US'],
distanceUnit: 'miles',
isRequired: true
});
});
routeSection.addRow(row => {
row.addAddress('destAddress', {
label: 'Delivery Location',
placeholder: 'Enter delivery address...',
showMap: true,
showDistance: true,
referenceAddress: () => routeSection.address('originAddress')?.value() ?? null,
restrictToCountries: ['US'],
distanceUnit: 'miles',
isRequired: true
});
});
routeSection.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('routeInfo', {
computedValue: () => {
const destField = routeSection.address('destAddress');
const miles = destField?.distance();
if (miles == null) return 'Enter both addresses to calculate route';
return `📍 Route Distance: ${Math.round(miles).toLocaleString()} miles`;
},
customStyles: { 'font-size': '0.9rem', 'color': '#0369a1', 'background': '#e0f2fe', 'padding': '10px', 'border-radius': '6px' }
});
});
// Helper to get distance from addresses
const getDistance = () => {
const destField = routeSection.address('destAddress');
return destField?.distance() ?? 800; // default 800 miles
};
// Service Level Section
const serviceSection = form.addSubform('service', { title: '⚡ Service Level' });
serviceSection.addRow(row => {
row.addDropdown('serviceLevel', {
label: 'Service Level',
options: [
{ id: 'economy', name: 'Economy (7-10 days)' },
{ id: 'standard', name: 'Standard (5-7 days)' },
{ id: 'expedited', name: 'Expedited (3-5 days)' },
{ id: 'guaranteed', name: 'Guaranteed (2-3 days)' }
],
defaultValue: 'standard',
isRequired: true
});
});
// Accessorials Section
const accessorialsSection = form.addSubform('accessorials', { title: '🔧 Accessorial Services' });
accessorialsSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('liftgatePickup', {
label: 'Liftgate at Pickup',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('liftgateDelivery', {
label: 'Liftgate at Delivery',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
});
accessorialsSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('residentialPickup', {
label: 'Residential Pickup',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('residentialDelivery', {
label: 'Residential Delivery',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
});
accessorialsSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('insidePickup', {
label: 'Inside Pickup',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('insideDelivery', {
label: 'Inside Delivery',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
});
accessorialsSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('limitedAccess', {
label: 'Limited Access Location',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Construction site, farm, church, etc.'
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('appointment', {
label: 'Appointment Scheduling',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
});
accessorialsSection.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckbox('hazmat', {
label: 'Hazardous Materials',
defaultValue: false,
tooltip: 'Requires special handling certification'
}, '1fr');
row.addCheckbox('freezeProtect', {
label: 'Freeze Protection',
defaultValue: false
}, '1fr');
});
form.addSpacer({ height: 20, showLine: true, lineStyle: 'dashed' });
// Quote Section
const quoteSection = form.addSubform('quote', { title: '💰 Freight Quote', isCollapsible: false });
quoteSection.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('calculatedClass', {
computedValue: () => {
if (shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() !== 'ltl') return '';
const selectedClass = cargoSection.dropdown('freightClass')?.value();
if (selectedClass !== 'auto') return `Freight Class: ${selectedClass}`;
const weight = cargoSection.integer('weight')?.value() || 1500;
const length = cargoSection.integer('length')?.value() || 48;
const width = cargoSection.integer('width')?.value() || 40;
const height = cargoSection.integer('height')?.value() || 48;
const cubicFeet = (length * width * height) / 1728;
const density = weight / cubicFeet;
let freightClass = '100';
if (density >= 50) freightClass = '50';
else if (density >= 35) freightClass = '55';
else if (density >= 30) freightClass = '60';
else if (density >= 22.5) freightClass = '65';
else if (density >= 15) freightClass = '70';
else if (density >= 13.5) freightClass = '77.5';
else if (density >= 12) freightClass = '85';
else if (density >= 10.5) freightClass = '92.5';
else if (density >= 9) freightClass = '100';
else if (density >= 8) freightClass = '110';
else if (density >= 7) freightClass = '125';
else if (density >= 6) freightClass = '150';
else if (density >= 5) freightClass = '175';
else if (density >= 4) freightClass = '200';
else if (density >= 3) freightClass = '250';
else if (density >= 2) freightClass = '300';
else if (density >= 1) freightClass = '400';
else freightClass = '500';
return `Calculated Class: ${freightClass} (${(Number(density) || 0).toFixed(1)} lbs/cu ft)`;
},
customStyles: { 'font-size': '0.9rem', 'color': '#0284c7', 'font-weight': '500' },
isVisible: () => shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() === 'ltl'
});
});
quoteSection.addRow(row => {
row.addPriceDisplay('baseFreight', {
label: 'Base Freight',
computedValue: () => {
const type = shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() || 'ltl';
const weight = cargoSection.integer('weight')?.value() || 1500;
const distance = getDistance();
const serviceLevel = serviceSection.dropdown('serviceLevel')?.value() || 'standard';
let baseCost = 0;
if (type === 'ftl') {
// FTL pricing: per mile
const ratePerMile = 2.5;
baseCost = distance * ratePerMile;
baseCost = Math.max(baseCost, 800); // Minimum charge
} else if (type === 'partial') {
// Partial: between LTL and FTL
const ratePerMile = 1.8;
baseCost = distance * ratePerMile + (weight * 0.15);
} else {
// LTL pricing: based on weight, class, and distance
const selectedClass = cargoSection.dropdown('freightClass')?.value() || 'auto';
let freightClass = 100;
if (selectedClass !== 'auto') {
freightClass = parseFloat(selectedClass);
} else {
const length = cargoSection.integer('length')?.value() || 48;
const width = cargoSection.integer('width')?.value() || 40;
const height = cargoSection.integer('height')?.value() || 48;
const cubicFeet = (length * width * height) / 1728;
const density = weight / cubicFeet;
if (density >= 50) freightClass = 50;
else if (density >= 35) freightClass = 55;
else if (density >= 30) freightClass = 60;
else if (density >= 22.5) freightClass = 65;
else if (density >= 15) freightClass = 70;
else if (density >= 13.5) freightClass = 77.5;
else if (density >= 12) freightClass = 85;
else if (density >= 10.5) freightClass = 92.5;
else if (density >= 9) freightClass = 100;
else if (density >= 8) freightClass = 110;
else if (density >= 7) freightClass = 125;
else if (density >= 6) freightClass = 150;
else if (density >= 5) freightClass = 175;
else if (density >= 4) freightClass = 200;
else if (density >= 3) freightClass = 250;
else if (density >= 2) freightClass = 300;
else if (density >= 1) freightClass = 400;
else freightClass = 500;
}
// Base rate per CWT (hundred weight) adjusted by class
const classMultiplier = freightClass / 100;
const distanceMultiplier = 1 + (distance / 2000);
const ratePerCWT = 15 * classMultiplier * distanceMultiplier;
baseCost = (weight / 100) * ratePerCWT;
baseCost = Math.max(baseCost, 150); // Minimum charge
}
// Service level multipliers
const serviceMultipliers: Record<string, number> = {
'economy': 0.85, 'standard': 1, 'expedited': 1.35, 'guaranteed': 1.75
};
baseCost *= serviceMultipliers[serviceLevel] || 1;
return Math.round(baseCost * 100) / 100;
},
variant: 'default'
}, '1fr');
row.addPriceDisplay('fuelSurcharge', {
label: 'Fuel Surcharge (~25%)',
computedValue: () => {
const type = shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() || 'ltl';
const weight = cargoSection.integer('weight')?.value() || 1500;
const distance = getDistance();
const serviceLevel = serviceSection.dropdown('serviceLevel')?.value() || 'standard';
let baseCost = 0;
if (type === 'ftl') {
baseCost = Math.max(distance * 2.5, 800);
} else if (type === 'partial') {
baseCost = distance * 1.8 + (weight * 0.15);
} else {
baseCost = Math.max((weight / 100) * 15 * (1 + distance / 2000), 150);
}
const serviceMultipliers: Record<string, number> = {
'economy': 0.85, 'standard': 1, 'expedited': 1.35, 'guaranteed': 1.75
};
baseCost *= serviceMultipliers[serviceLevel] || 1;
return Math.round(baseCost * 0.25 * 100) / 100;
},
variant: 'default'
}, '1fr');
});
quoteSection.addRow(row => {
row.addPriceDisplay('accessorialCharges', {
label: 'Accessorial Charges',
computedValue: () => {
let charges = 0;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('liftgatePickup')?.value()) charges += 85;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('liftgateDelivery')?.value()) charges += 85;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('residentialPickup')?.value()) charges += 75;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('residentialDelivery')?.value()) charges += 75;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('insidePickup')?.value()) charges += 125;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('insideDelivery')?.value()) charges += 125;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('limitedAccess')?.value()) charges += 75;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('appointment')?.value()) charges += 35;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('hazmat')?.value()) charges += 200;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('freezeProtect')?.value()) charges += 150;
return charges;
},
variant: 'default'
});
});
quoteSection.addRow(row => {
row.addPriceDisplay('totalFreight', {
label: 'Total Freight Cost',
computedValue: () => {
const type = shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() || 'ltl';
const weight = cargoSection.integer('weight')?.value() || 1500;
const distance = getDistance();
const serviceLevel = serviceSection.dropdown('serviceLevel')?.value() || 'standard';
let baseCost = 0;
if (type === 'ftl') {
baseCost = Math.max(distance * 2.5, 800);
} else if (type === 'partial') {
baseCost = distance * 1.8 + (weight * 0.15);
} else {
const selectedClass = cargoSection.dropdown('freightClass')?.value() || 'auto';
let freightClass = 100;
if (selectedClass !== 'auto') {
freightClass = parseFloat(selectedClass);
} else {
const length = cargoSection.integer('length')?.value() || 48;
const width = cargoSection.integer('width')?.value() || 40;
const height = cargoSection.integer('height')?.value() || 48;
const cubicFeet = (length * width * height) / 1728;
const density = weight / cubicFeet;
if (density >= 50) freightClass = 50;
else if (density >= 15) freightClass = 70;
else if (density >= 9) freightClass = 100;
else if (density >= 5) freightClass = 175;
else freightClass = 300;
}
const classMultiplier = freightClass / 100;
const distanceMultiplier = 1 + (distance / 2000);
baseCost = Math.max((weight / 100) * 15 * classMultiplier * distanceMultiplier, 150);
}
const serviceMultipliers: Record<string, number> = {
'economy': 0.85, 'standard': 1, 'expedited': 1.35, 'guaranteed': 1.75
};
baseCost *= serviceMultipliers[serviceLevel] || 1;
// Add fuel surcharge
const fuelSurcharge = baseCost * 0.25;
// Add accessorials
let accessorials = 0;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('liftgatePickup')?.value()) accessorials += 85;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('liftgateDelivery')?.value()) accessorials += 85;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('residentialPickup')?.value()) accessorials += 75;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('residentialDelivery')?.value()) accessorials += 75;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('insidePickup')?.value()) accessorials += 125;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('insideDelivery')?.value()) accessorials += 125;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('limitedAccess')?.value()) accessorials += 75;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('appointment')?.value()) accessorials += 35;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('hazmat')?.value()) accessorials += 200;
if (accessorialsSection.checkbox('freezeProtect')?.value()) accessorials += 150;
return Math.round((baseCost + fuelSurcharge + accessorials) * 100) / 100;
},
variant: 'large'
});
});
// Summary Section
const summarySection = form.addSubform('summary', {
title: '📋 Summary',
isCollapsible: false,
sticky: 'bottom'
});
summarySection.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('summaryText', {
computedValue: () => {
const type = shipmentSection.radioButton('type')?.value() || 'ltl';
const weight = cargoSection.integer('weight')?.value() || 1500;
const distance = getDistance();
const originAddr = routeSection.address('originAddress')?.value();
const destAddr = routeSection.address('destAddress')?.value();
const originCity = originAddr?.formattedAddress?.split(',')[0] || 'Origin';
const destCity = destAddr?.formattedAddress?.split(',')[0] || 'Destination';
const typeLabels: Record<string, string> = {
'ltl': 'LTL', 'ftl': 'FTL', 'partial': 'Partial'
};
return `${typeLabels[type]} | ${weight.toLocaleString()} lbs | ${originCity} → ${destCity} (${Math.round(distance)} mi)`;
},
customStyles: { 'font-size': '0.95rem', 'font-weight': '500', 'text-align': 'center', 'color': '#1e293b' }
});
});
summarySection.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('disclaimer', {
computedValue: () => 'Estimate only. Actual rates vary by carrier, fuel prices, and shipment details. Get quotes from multiple carriers.',
customStyles: { 'font-size': '0.8rem', 'color': '#64748b', 'text-align': 'center' }
});
});
form.configureSubmitButton({
label: 'Request Carrier Quotes'
});
}
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between LTL and FTL?
LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) shares truck space with other shipments and is priced by weight/class. FTL (Full Truckload) reserves the entire truck and is priced by distance, best for shipments over 10,000 lbs.
What is freight class?
Freight class (50-500) is based on density, handling, stowability, and liability. Lower classes (50-85) are denser and cheaper to ship. Higher classes (200-500) are lighter, bulkier, or more fragile.
What accessories add to freight cost?
Common accessorials include liftgate service ($50-150), residential delivery ($50-100), inside delivery ($50-200), limited access ($50-100), and appointment scheduling ($25-50).
How accurate are freight estimates?
Estimates are typically within 10-20% of actual costs. Final pricing depends on actual weight/dimensions, carrier rates, and fuel surcharges at time of shipment.