Heavy Haul
Specialized heavy haul transport services for oversized and overweight loads, including route planning, permitting, and DOT-compliant delivery.
Get a Free QuoteCommon Deployments
- Over-dimensional load transport
- Multi-axle and SPMT operations
- Route survey and bridge analysis
- Oversize/overweight permitting
- Pilot car and escort coordination
Critical Parameters
Our matching team reviews these project details to route your request to the right crews.
Load Specifications
Equipment dimensions, gross weight, center of gravity, and any tilt or vibration sensitivities that determine trailer selection and tie-down engineering.
Route Engineering
Route survey covering bridge weight ratings, overhead clearances, turning radii, and utility line heights, with contingency paths identified.
Permitting & Compliance
State-by-state oversize/overweight permit applications, escort vehicle requirements, and travel-time restrictions coordinated across every jurisdiction in the route.
Transport Execution
Loaded transport with GPS tracking, pilot cars, and real-time communication between driver, escorts, and dispatch for safe, on-schedule delivery.
Operational FAQ
What qualifies as a heavy haul load?
A load qualifies as heavy haul when it exceeds standard legal limits for weight or dimensions on public roads. Under federal law (23 CFR 658.17), the standard gross vehicle weight limit is 80,000 pounds, with single-axle limits of 20,000 pounds and tandem-axle limits of 34,000 pounds. Dimensional limits are generally 8.5 feet wide, 13.5 feet tall, and 48 to 53 feet long depending on trailer type and state regulations. Any load exceeding these thresholds requires oversize/overweight permits and specialized transport equipment.
What permits are needed for oversized loads?
Oversized and overweight loads require state-issued permits for every jurisdiction the route crosses. Each state administers its own permitting program under authority granted by the FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) through 23 CFR Part 658. Permits specify allowed routes, travel times (many states restrict oversize movement to daylight hours), escort vehicle requirements, and any bridge or infrastructure restrictions. Our contractors handle all permit applications, route coordination, and compliance documentation as part of every heavy haul project.
How much does heavy haul transport cost?
Heavy haul costs depend on load weight, dimensions, transport distance, number of state jurisdictions crossed, permit fees, and escort requirements. Single-state moves of moderately oversized loads may start in the low thousands, while multi-state transports of superloads (typically defined as loads exceeding 200,000 pounds or requiring lane closures) can run into six figures. Contact us for a free quote on your specific load.
What's the difference between heavy haul and machinery moving?
Heavy haul refers to the over-the-road transport of oversized or overweight loads on public highways, governed by DOT regulations and requiring oversize/overweight permits under 23 CFR 658.17. Machinery moving refers to the rigging and relocation of equipment within or between facilities, governed by OSHA standards including 29 CFR 1926.251 for rigging equipment and 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC for crane operations. In practice, most projects require both — rigging to load equipment onto the trailer, heavy haul to transport it, and rigging again to place it at the destination. Our contractors handle the full scope.
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