Glossary

Find easy-to-understand explanations of the most common freight forwarding and shipment terms

Liftgate Fee

A liftgate, also known as a tail lift, is a mechanical device on the back of a delivery truck that is used to lower items from the vehicle to ground level.

A liftgate fee is an extra charge added to a shipment when it requires a liftgate for unloading, either because the item is too large or too heavy for manual handling.