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R+L Carriers detention (without power) fee

R+L Carriers charges $152.40 (1st/2nd 24-hr), $229.50 (3rd/4th), $307.40 (5th+) for detention (without power). After 24 hrs free time; escalating per 24-hr period; strike interference $136.20/day. The figure comes from R+L Rules Tariff Item 501, effective Aug 4, 2025.

$152.40 (1st/2nd 24-hr), $229.50 (3rd/4th), $307.40 (5th+)

After 24 hrs free time; escalating per 24-hr period; strike interference $136.20/day

“For each of the first and second 24-hour periods or Fraction thereof... $152.40... third and fourth... $229.50... fifth and each succeeding 24-hour period... $307.40” (p. 38)

Source: R+L Rules Tariff Item 501 · effective Aug 4, 2025 · verified July 2026

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