Load Finder - DAT

Load Finder

Load Finder

DAT is the largest load finder network in the trucking industry. If you're looking for the best truck load finder service, you’re in the right place.

With DAT’s freight load finder on your side, you can rest easy. Our marketplace gives you real-time access to the biggest network of freight brokers and shippers in the industry, and our mobile app makes it simple to find loads on the go.

Take the hassle out of finding loads.

With access to more opportunities, it’s easier than ever to keep your trucks running and your rate per mile high.

The key to keeping your deadhead low and your profit margins high is efficiency. The good news is that DAT’s network gives you broad access to search and filter the hundreds of thousands of new loads, including hotshot, lowboy, LTL, and more, posted to our boards each business day.

Grow your trucking company.

Find out why DAT has been the #1 choice for owner operators since 1978.

We’ve been in the business for decades, so we’ve had time to tailor our logistics services to the needs of owner operators. Our truck load finder not only allows you to save your most frequent searches, it also provides information about freight broker credit scores, average days to pay, and reviews by other carriers. We’ll help you find the right deal with the right client.

Make your operations more efficient.

DAT’s freight matching service includes automatic routing and factoring features to help make your job simpler and more profitable.

Every load finder subscription includes access to posting and searching, and we also offer premium features for larger operations. Capabilities like DAT TriHaul provide automatic triangular routing suggestions to help minimize deadhead, while average rate data across all lanes helps ensure you are getting paid a competitive rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find lowboy loads?

Lowboy trailers are outfitted to move loads that, due to legal height limits, are too tall to transport on flatbed trucks. A lowboy’s main deck sits between the front and rear wheels, lowering the height of the load as much as possible. These trailers are ideal for moving large machinery and construction equipment. DAT’s lowboy load finder is the preferred choice for owner operators looking to find lowboy loads.

How can I find LTL loads?

LTL stands for “less than truckload” and refers to smaller loads that don’t use the full capacity of a truck. This allows a driver to pick up multiple LTL loads simultaneously, which can help keep deadhead low and fill extra space. LTL loads are different from hotshot loads, which are small loads that need to be rapidly delivered over short distances. DAT’s boards include comprehensive LTL load finder capabilities, as well.

Why is a load finder a good investment?

DAT’s freight load finder tools help you find the highest paying loads on your preferred lanes. However, we know that market rates alone don’t provide all the information you need to make informed business decisions — that’s why we offer detailed broker information for each listing. Well-paying but distant loads might not be worth the money in the end — but with tools like our triangular routing feature, you can expand your service routes in strategic and profitable ways.

What load finder options does DAT provide?

DAT’s load finders are available at several price points, designed to provide owner-operators and carriers with capabilities best suited to their business size. Our Standard plan includes the core load finder features and broker information, while our Enhanced, Pro, Select, and Office plans offer more advanced capabilities to help manage larger fleets more efficiently. We bill month to month with no long-term contracts, so you get access to the capabilities you need without overcommitting.

Does DAT have a free load finder?

We do! Our paid load board plans will of course give you unrestricted access to the largest trucking network in the business, but we do offer a free load board demo and free DAT One app. If you find that these free freight apps are helpful, you’re bound to love the comprehensive set of logistical tools you’ll get with a paid subscription.

What other services does DAT make available?

Subscriptions to the DAT truck load finder include more than useful tools and broker information. The DAT Assurance program guarantees that you receive payment for all authorized loads found on our network — and we’ll even help you collect if a client is past due. We provide access to rapid invoice factoring services, and our team at DAT Authority can help with all things related to MC and USDOT numbers, registration, paperwork, and more.