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Quickway Transports

Heavy Haul Trucking and Transportation

Heavy equipment transport and oversized load transport with RGN, step-deck and flatbed carriers across all 48 states.

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What is heavy haul trucking?

Heavy haul trucking moves loads that are too wide, tall, long or heavy for a standard truck: over 8 ft 6 in wide, over the state's height limit of 13 ft 6 in to 14 ft, or over 80,000 lbs gross. These loads ride on RGN, step-deck or flatbed trailers under state oversize permits, often with pilot cars. Quickway books the carrier and coordinates the permits.

Updated November 2026 by the Quickway Transports broker team (FMCSA MC# 1245224).

Services

How We Choose Heavy Haul Trucking Companies

Every RGN, step-deck and flatbed carrier we book is licensed and insured for the load

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Permits & Pilot Cars Arranged

We coordinate each state's oversize and overweight permit with the carrier's permit service and arrange pilot cars where the permit requires them.

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Route Surveys for Oversize Loads

For tall, wide or very heavy loads, a surveyor drives the route first to check bridge ratings, overhead clearances and tight turns before the permit is final.

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$100k–$1M Cargo Insurance Options

Cargo insurance options from $100,000 to $1,000,000, matched to your equipment's value. Every carrier we book meets our minimum insurance requirements.

We move equipment bought or rented through Ritchie Bros, IronPlanet and Cat Rental

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Equipment

Trailer Types Our Carriers Run

The right trailer for every load, selected based on your equipment's dimensions, weight, and loading method.

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RGN (Removable Gooseneck)

The standard trailer for tall construction equipment. The front gooseneck detaches, creating a ground-level ramp so excavators, cranes, and dozers drive on under their own power. Detachable models are commonly rated 35 to 80 tons.

Best for: Excavators, cranes, large dozers, wheel loaders

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Step-Deck (Drop Deck)

Two deck heights in one trailer: a raised front section and a lower rear. Adds height clearance over a standard flatbed without requiring a full RGN. Legal for loads up to about 10 feet tall.

Best for: Medium equipment, forklifts, compactors, tractors

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Flatbed

Open, flat platform ideal for wide, long, or irregularly shaped cargo that can be loaded from the side or top. Standard 48–53 ft lengths. Best for loads within legal height limits.

Best for: Steel, lumber, machinery, ag equipment, box truck loads

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Established Shipper Network

14+ years of direct relationships giving consistent access to heavy haul loads nationwide

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FMCSA Licensed: MC# 1245224

Verified broker authority with clean safety record

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Founded 2011

14+ years of specialized transport experience

Specialized Transport

Equipment-Specific Transport Services

Every equipment type has unique transport requirements. Explore our specialized guides for permits, trailer selection, and carrier requirements.

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Excavator Transport

RGN & lowboy, all sizes
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Crane Transport

All-terrain, lattice boom & tower
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Wind Turbine Transport

Blades, nacelles & towers
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Bulldozer Transport

D4 through mining-class dozers
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Mining Equipment Transport

Haul trucks, drills & loaders
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Transformer & Generator Transport

Distribution to 300-ton units
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Agricultural Equipment Transport

Combines, planters & sprayers
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Industrial Machinery Transport

CNC, presses, generators & plant
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Commercial Truck Transport

Trucks, buses & non-running units
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Partial Load & LTL Flatbed

Pay only for the space you use
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Heavy Haul Solutions for Oversized and Specialized Loads

Request a custom heavy haul quote for oversized, overweight, and complex shipments.

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FAQ

Heavy Haul Trucking Common Questions

Clear answers to the heavy haul trucking questions shippers and equipment dealers ask most.

What weight requires a heavy haul permit?
Loads exceeding 80,000 lbs gross vehicle weight, or exceeding 8.5 ft wide, 13.5 ft tall, or 53 ft long, are generally classified as oversize or overweight and require state permits. Thresholds vary by state. We arrange those permits through the carrier's permit service.
What trailer types are used for heavy haul?
We book carriers running RGN (Removable Gooseneck), Step-Deck (Drop Deck), and Flatbed trailers depending on the load dimensions and weight. RGN trailers are used for the tallest equipment. Step-decks handle loads up to about 10 ft tall. Flatbeds are ideal for wide, flat cargo within legal height limits.
Do you arrange permits and pilot cars?
Yes. We coordinate the permits with the carrier's permit service, and we arrange the route surveys and pilot cars each state's permit calls for. You deal with one contact instead of a separate office in every state.
How far in advance should I book heavy haul transport?
Give as much notice as you can. An oversize load with permits in a few states usually needs about a week to line up the carrier and permits, while a superload or a long multi-state route can take two to four weeks because each state reviews it. If the date is tight, call (631) 898-4248 and we will check what the route allows.
How much does heavy haul trucking cost?
It depends on distance, the trailer the load needs, and the permits and escorts each state requires. Permit fees alone vary widely: a one-way oversize permit is $75 in Ohio, a Texas single-trip permit starts at $60, and Georgia charges a flat $30. Escorts, route surveys and extra miles around restricted roads are billed on top, so every quote is priced for the actual route.
Which states do you cover for heavy haul?
We book carriers for moves in all 48 contiguous states. Our state guides cover the permit office, fees, escort triggers and travel rules for Texas, California, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, New York and North Carolina, and we plan routes through the other states the same way.
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