Lease On Your Dry Van With a Partner Carrier
You own the truck and trailer. We provide the MC authority, dispatch, insurance, factoring, and load board access. Keep 75-85% of every load — we handle the rest.
Key Takeaways
- Lease on your dry van under an FMCSA-authorised carrier's MC — no need for your own MC, insurance, or compliance filings.
- O Trucking does not hold carrier authority. We make the introduction; the lease agreement, authority and insurance are the partner carrier's.
- Dry Van lease-on pay runs $0.65–$0.85/mile at a typical 2,500–3,200 miles per week.
- Estimated gross earnings are $95,000–$165,000/year, with splits typically 75–85% to the owner-operator — the carrier sets the final terms.
- Most owner-operators start running freight within 7–10 days of applying, depending on the carrier's onboarding.
Dry Van Lease-On Pay
Per Mile
$0.65–$0.85
Weekly Miles
2,500–3,200
Weekly Gross
$1,900–$3,300
Annual Gross
$95k–$165k
Estimates based on solo driver running typical weekly utilization. You keep 75–85% of these gross figures.
Dry Van Freight Profile
Consumer goods, manufactured products, retail distribution. Highest freight volume of any equipment class — never short on loads.
Equipment Required
53-foot dry van trailer required. Trailer must be 2018 or newer for shipper acceptance.
Typical Lane Types
- OTR (over-the-road)
- Regional 500-1500 mi
- Drop-and-hook with shipper trailer pools
What You Get
Requirements
- Own or finance a dry van tractor (2015+ preferred)
- Own or finance a 53-ft dry van trailer (2018+)
- Valid CDL Class A with 1+ year OTR experience
- Clean MVR (no major violations in 3 years)
- Pass DOT physical + drug screen
- Must be 21+ years old
Apply to Lease On Your Dry Van
We'll review your truck and driving history, then call you within 1-2 business days.
Dry Van Lease-On FAQs
Specific questions about leasing on with a dry van.
Do I need my own MC authority to lease on?
No. That's the whole point of leasing on — you run under the partner carrier's MC, DOT, insurance and authority. You save $300–800/month versus running your own MC. O Trucking does not hold the authority; we introduce you to the carrier that does.
How much do I keep per load?
75–85% of gross revenue depending on the load type. Brokered loads pay 75%. Direct shipper contracts pay up to 85%. We deduct only fuel surcharge passes, ELD, and any agreed-upon services. No hidden fees.
What if I already have an MC but want to lease on?
We can transition you. You'll temporarily place your authority in inactive status while leased on. If you ever want to leave, your MC re-activates — no permanent loss.
Do I need to provide a trailer?
Yes for traditional lease-on. We also offer power-only routes if you only have a tractor — see /lease-on/power-only/ for that program.
How quickly can I start?
Most drivers are running freight within 7–10 days of application. Onboarding includes orientation, DOT paperwork, ELD setup, and insurance certificate issuance.
What's the difference between lease-on and dispatch service?
Dispatch service ($250/wk flat for semis, $350/wk for box truck/hotshot — unlimited loads) is for owner-operators with their OWN MC who just need someone finding loads. Lease-on is for those who don't have an MC and want to run under a partner carrier's — we make the introduction, and the carrier sets the percentage of gross.