Flatbed shipping is the best solution for moving oversized, heavy, or irregularly shaped freight that can’t fit in an enclosed trailer. Since flatbed trailers can be loaded from the top, back, or either side, they offer flexibility for uniquely shaped commodities that cannot fit in an enclosed dry van trailer. From industrial machinery to construction materials and building equipment, there are many ways to use flatbed shipping.
Before you book a shipment with us, answer the following questions to decide whether you need a dry van or a flatbed:
- Is your load over-dimensional or over-weight (2,800+ lbs.)?
- Does your freight need to be loaded from the side or with the help of a crane, forklift, or from a roll-off platform?
- Are you shipping industrial machinery, farming equipment, aerospace components, construction/building materials, lumber, oil and gas equipment, or other large cargo?
- Do you deliver to oil and gas sites or require port access?
If you answered yes to the any of the questions above, then Flatbed is the right solution for your freight. You can trust us with your heavy haul and oversized freight, and we’ll work with you to develop the best solution. Depending on your requirements (load capacity, size, delivery timelines), we’ll work with you to recommend the equipment that best suits your cargo.
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As your trusted flatbed partner, we offer:
- Specialized equipment including flat deck, step deck, double drop, and Removable Gooseneck (RGN).
- A single point of contact to manage your flatbed load from start to finish.
- Access to Canada’s major ports (Vancouver, Montreal, Prince Rupert, Halifax, and Saint John).
- Specially trained drivers and experienced operations staff.
- Flexible capacity to meet your needs.
Equipment Types
You can choose from four equipment types depending on your commodity: Flat Deck, Step Deck, Double Drop, and Removable Gooseneck (RGN). Not sure which equipment is right for you? Our team will help based on your shipment weight and dimensions.
Flat Deck
Maximum Freight Measurements: Weight tandem: 48,000 lbs.; Weight tridem: 60,000 lbs.
Main Deck: Length: 48’ or 53’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 5’ (60”)
Step Deck
Maximum Freight Measurements: Weight tandem: 48,000 lbs.; Weight tridem: 60,000 lbs.
53’ Trailer
Lower Deck: Length: 41’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 41”
Upper Deck: Length: 12’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 5’ (60”)
48’ Trailer
Lower Deck: Length: 37’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 41”
Upper Deck: Length: 11’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 5’ (60”)
Double Drop
Maximum Freight Measurements: Weight tandem: 48,000 lbs.; Weight tridem: 60,000 lbs.
Main Deck (Well): Length: 29’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 2’ (24”)
Upper Deck (Kick): Length: 10’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 5’ (60”)
Rear Deck: Length: 9’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 41”
Removable Gooseneck (RGN)
Maximum Freight Measurements: Weight tandem: 45,000 lbs.; Weight tridem: 55,000 lbs.
Weight varies depending on the weight of trailer.
Main Deck: Length: 29’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 2’ (24”)
Front Deck (Kick): Length: 10’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 5’ (60”)
Rear Deck: Length: 9’; Width: 8’6” (102”); Height: 41”
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