Heavy duty truck hauling a wide oversized industrial load with escort vehicles on an open highway

Versatile Flatbed & Oversized Load Trucking

Your cargo doesn't fit in a box. Your transportation solution shouldn't either. We specialize in cargo that is too big, too heavy, or too wide for a standard trailer.

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Our Specialized Open-Deck Fleet

Standard Flatbed

The industry workhorse. Ideal for lumber, structural steel, and palletized materials that require side-loading access.

Step-deck trailer carrying tall industrial equipment

Step-Deck (Drop-Deck)

Equipped with a lowered deck to accommodate taller machinery, providing essential height clearance without the need for over-height permits.

Removable Gooseneck Lowboy trailer with an excavator

Lowboy (RGN)

Engineered for the heaviest and tallest equipment like excavators or cranes. The front detaches, allowing machinery to be driven directly onto the deck.

Navigating Oversized & Wide Load Shipping

Precision planning from the first call to the final mile.

1. Load Assessment

We analyze dimensions, weight, and center of gravity to determine the exact securement and trailer requirements.

2. Permitting & Route Survey

Our team secures all required state-level permits and surveys routes for bridge height, turn radius, and road restrictions.

3. Specialized Coordination

We arrange for certified pilot cars and escort vehicles as mandated by law to ensure public and cargo safety.

4. Expert Transport

JDR’s certified heavy-haul drivers execute the project, maintaining constant communication and following strict safety protocols.

Close up of a wind turbine blade secured on a specialized trailer for long-haul transport

Market Insight

Flatbed Spot Rates Up 3% in 2024

Reflecting strong demand in industrial construction and equipment transport, our available capacity and expertise make JDR Transportation a reliable partner in a tight market. We offer consistency and competitive pricing when the rest of the industry is squeezed.

Flatbed & Heavy Haul FAQs

Typically, any load exceeding 8.5 feet in width, 13.5 feet in height, or 48-53 feet in length is considered oversized. Specific legal limits vary by state and usually require special permits and routing.

We recommend at least 7-10 business days. This allows us to secure necessary permits, arrange pilot cars if required, and complete a detailed route survey to ensure zero delays.

No. JDR provides professional-grade heavy-duty tarps to protect your load from road debris and weather. Just specify your protection requirements during the assessment phase.

JDR Transportation maintains authorities across the continental U.S., with a primary focus on the Southwest and nationwide interstate routes. We handle all cross-jurisdictional permitting for you.

Let's Get Your Specialized Cargo Moving

No matter the size or shape, we have a flatbed solution tailored for your project. Contact our specialists for a detailed quote today.

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Direct Access: (480) 215-7430 Email: info@jdrtransportationandconstruction.com