Heavy Haul Trucking Services for Oversized & Overweight Loads

A shipment is typically considered heavy haul when it exceeds legal limits-over 80,000 lbs gross vehicle weight, wider than 8.5 ft, taller than 13.5 ft, or longer than 53 ft. Standard trucking services cannot move these loads legally. You need specialized heavy haul trucking when transporting construction equipment, industrial machinery, wind turbine components, or any oversized cargo that requires permits, escorts, and specialized trailers like RGN lowboys or multi-axle configurations.

Navigating the legal landscape is a primary differentiator for our trucking services. We provide full permit coordination, securing all necessary overweight and oversize authorizations for freight shipping companies before the heavy equipment ever leaves your facility. Our team manages the varying regulations for each state along the route to ensure 100% compliance and zero transit delays.

Our specialists evaluate your cargo's weight, dimensions, and configuration needs. Heavy equipment like excavators typically move on RGN lowboys (removable gooseneck) for easy loading. Tall loads up to 10'2" require step decks. Extremely heavy loads (100,000+ lbs) need multi-axle configurations. We match your freight to the optimal trailer from our network of vetted carriers-ensuring safe, stable transport.

Lowboy: Drop-deck design with lower center of gravity; ideal for heavy equipment up to 80 tons. RGN (Removable Gooseneck): Detachable front for drive-on loading; perfect for tracked vehicles and tall equipment; capacities 50-150+ tons. Step Deck: Lower deck section allows taller cargo (up to 10'2") than flatbeds; good for machinery and stacked materials. Each serves specific purposes in heavy haul trucking, and IGT Logistics selects the right configuration for your load.

Our route planning expertise involves a meticulous analysis of bridge clearances, road weight ratings, and construction zones. We identify the safest and most efficient path for your heavy haul trucking project, avoiding obstacles that could stall delivery.

We manage complete escort coordination based on each state's requirements. For loads over 12 ft wide, front escorts are typically required. Widths over 14 ft often need front and rear escorts. Loads exceeding 15'6" height require height pole vehicles. We arrange pilot cars, police escorts where mandated, and ensure all escort vehicles meet state certification requirements—all included in our service.

Every carrier in our network carries cargo insurance meeting or exceeding industry standards, verified before every load. Additionally, IGT Transportation Logistics provides contingent cargo coverage. For high-value heavy equipment, we can arrange additional insurance upon request. We recommend discussing specific coverage needs during quoting to ensure full protection.

Our route planning includes detailed surveys identifying bridge clearances, low underpasses, weight-restricted roads, and turning radius challenges. We use specialized software combined with local knowledge to map approved routes before wheels turn. For superloads exceeding standard dimensions, we conduct physical route surveys and coordinate with engineering firms when required—ensuring your heavy haul navigates safely.

Capacity depends on the axle count; for example, a standard RGN might handle 42,000 lbs, while specialized multi-axle configurations can support loads exceeding 150,000 lbs. We assess your cargo's dimensions and weight to determine the exact equipment needed.

To provide an expert-level quote, we require the exact dimensions (length, width, height) and total weight of the freight. Our specialists then calculate the costs of permits, escorts, and equipment to provide a comprehensive, transparent estimate.