Piggyback
Piggyback is a term used to describe the transportation of a truck trailer on a railroad flatcar. The trailer is placed on the flatcar and secured for transport. This method of transportation is often used for long-distance shipping. For example, a trailer full of goods can be transported from the west coast to the east coast by piggyback.
Piggyback transportation has several advantages:
- First, it is a more efficient use of railroads. Rather than transporting empty cars, railroads can transport trailers that are already full of goods.
- Second, piggyback transportation is less likely to damage goods than other methods of shipping, such as by truck or ship.
- Finally, piggyback transportation can be faster than other methods since trains can travel at high speeds for long distances.
Piggyback transportation does have some disadvantages:
- First, it requires special equipment, such as flatcars and cranes, which not all railroads have.
- Second, it is not possible to transport all types of goods by piggyback. For example, perishable goods or goods that require special handling cannot be transported by piggyback.
- Finally, piggyback transportation can be more expensive than other methods, such as trucking.
Despite these disadvantages, piggyback transportation is a popular method of shipping goods long distances. When combined with other modes of transportation, such as trucks or ships, it can be an efficient and cost-effective way to move goods from one place to another.
If you are considering using piggyback transportation for your shipping needs, be sure to contact a reputable logistics company to ensure that your shipment is handled properly and arrives safely at its destination.
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