What power only freight looks like
- Drop trailers and drop-and-hook freight
- Trailer repositioning
- Seasonal surge capacity for shippers with their own trailers
Finding power only loads on GigFreight
- Open the USA load board and set the equipment filter to “Power Only”.
- Narrow by origin state and city, destination and pickup date.
- Sort by rate or rate per mile, then add deadhead to your next pickup.
- With a paid plan, contact the broker directly and agree the load.
Filters to use for power only loads
- Pick “Power Only” under “Vehicle / trailer type”.
- Set “Origin city” near trailer pools and distribution centers you can reach.
- Use “Posted within” to catch drop-trailer moves posted for the same or next day.
- Read the notes for trailer type, where to hook, and who handles the inspection.
What sets the rate on a power only load
Each power only listing shows the posted rate and, where miles are given, the rate per mile. What moves it: deadhead to the trailer, wait time at hook and drop, and whether the trailer is loaded or empty.
Check your coverage for non-owned trailers before you book.
Before you book
- Confirm who owns the trailer, its condition, and who handles inspection and repairs.
- Check your insurance covers non-owned trailers (trailer interchange).
- Power only can start without trailer investment, which suits new owner-operators.
By pickup state
What it costs
| Plan | Monthly | Quarterly | Six months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $29.99 | $79.99 | $149.99 |
| Elite | $129 | — | — |
The Standard monthly plan starts with 3 days for $1, then $29.99 a month. Browsing loads is free without an account. Broker contact details need a paid, active plan.
Frequently asked questions
What does power only mean in trucking?
The carrier provides only the tractor and driver; the trailer belongs to the shipper, broker or a leasing pool.
Can I run power only with a new authority?
Brokers decide whom they book, and some ask for a minimum authority age. On GigFreight you see the poster’s requirements in the load and agree them directly with an active paid plan.
What is the difference between power only and drop and hook?
Power only means you bring the tractor and driver and haul someone else’s trailer; drop and hook is a common way of doing it, where you leave one trailer and pick up another without waiting for loading.
Are broker contacts included in the trial?
Broker and shipper contact details on a load are shown only to members with a fully paid, active subscription. A trial gives access to the platform but not to load contact details.
Your next step
Looking for loads? Check the routes, then browse the board for your market.
Freight routes
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What you get
- Free, without an account: browse the load and vehicle boards.
- After registering: $1 for your first 3 days (card required). Verified companies can post loads.
- Broker contact details unlock with the first payment of your plan.
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- How owner-operators find loads
Facts on this page last checked 2026-10-14.