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What Is Heavy Haul Trucking?

Heavy haul trucking is the hauling of oversize or overweight freight. Generally, shipping heavy equipment will require specialized trailers that can haul over dimensional or overweight cargo. Heavy equipment hauling requires essential attention to detail and care for a safe travel. Several areas will require a pilot/escort service vehicle to travel in conjunction with the truck to ensure safety for everyone involved. Inventory may include boats, construction equipment, tractors, and much more. Equipment for heavy haul trucking may as well include flatbeds, step deck, double drop, removable gooseneck (RGN), and multiple axles.

When you choose Just Ship It Logistics, you can be sure that all your heavy haul trucking will be handled smoothly and professionally by our reputable team. We prioritize industry knowledge and continuously stay up to date on ways to make your freight experience as perfect as possible.

Legal Dimensions

  • Length – Overall length requirements vary by location.
  • Width – A load that exceeds 8’6” wide will require an over-dimensional permit.
  • Height – The legal overall height of a load through most states is 13’6” high, although some western locations are higher.
  • Weight – A shipment that exceeds 80,000 lbs gross weight will also require overweight permits to travel in each area.
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What Are Heavy Haul Trucks and Trailers?

Heavy haul trucks are heavy-duty tractors paired with specialized trailers built for oversize and overweight freight that a standard truck can’t legally carry.

The trailer is what matters most, and choosing the right one is our job, not yours.

Here’s what we match your freight to: Flatbed. For machinery parts, steel and building materials that fit within standard height limits.

Step deck. For taller equipment that needs extra clearance without a height permit. Double drop / lowboy.

For tall, heavy machines where every centimetre of height counts. RGN (removable gooseneck).

For equipment that drives on: loaders, dozers, excavators. Multi-axle.

For the heaviest loads, with the weight spread out to stay legal from province to province and across the border into the U.S. Tell us what you’re moving.

We’ll handle the rest.

Send us the dimensions, weight and destination, and we’ll match the right truck and trailer, arrange the permits, and give you a clear quote.

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Is heavy haul worth it?

Pros

Dimensional Flexibility

No Spatial Constrictions

Ability to Strap Down Cargo

Quick Delivery

Ideal For Large & Heavy Freight

Safe & Secure

Cons

Not Suitable For Smaller Items

May Need Additional Assistance To Load/Unload Items

May Require The Purchase Of Specific Permits

Not Ideal For Certain Weather Conditions

Heavy Haul Lanes from Ontario, Quebec and Across Canada

Wherever your equipment needs to go, we plan the route, the permits and the timing so it gets there without surprises.

Ontario
From Toronto and the GTA to Barrie, Hamilton, London and Northern Ontario, we move heavy equipment for construction, manufacturing, mining and energy projects. We work with experienced heavy haul carriers in Ontario who know the province’s permit rules, bridge restrictions and seasonal load limits.

Quebec
Moving oversize freight in or out of Montreal, Quebec City or across the province? We coordinate Quebec permits and plan routes that account for the province’s own rules, so your load moves smoothly between Ontario and Quebec.

Western Canada
Heavy haul from Ontario to Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia means crossing several provinces, each with its own permits and escort requirements. We handle every one of them, so you deal with one team for the whole trip.

Atlantic Canada
We also plan heavy haul moves to and from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and the rest of Atlantic Canada.

Canada-U.S. Cross-Border
Heavy equipment going to or from the U.S. needs permits on both sides, the right border crossing and customs paperwork. We plan the full route, from pickup to final delivery, so your load doesn’t sit at the border.

Don’t see your lane? Ask us. If it’s oversize or overweight, we’ll find a way to move it.

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How Much Does Heavy Haul Trucking Cost?

Heavy haul trucking transit time is impacted by factors including distance, route, dimensions, customs, and season. In very rough estimates: Heavy haul trucking can take anywhere between 1-2 business days.

As for cost, each case is unique depending on the listed requirements, feel free to give us a call to help you determine the best option for the best possible price.

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How It Works

Pick Up Your Order

The freight is side loaded from ground level, using proper materials, such as tarps, chains, or corner protectors to ensure safety and protection for your cargo.

Have It Shipped Out

Once the shipment is safely loaded onto a flatbed trailer, one of our trusted staff will carefully transport your freight to it’s desired destination.

Have It Delivered To You

Once the freight has arrived at the selected stop, it is then unloaded by a crane or a forklift to the customer’s warehouse.

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Heavy Haul Trucking Has Never Been So Easy With Just Ship It!

We help get your freight shipment to its destination while taking advantage of cost-saving opportunities. Get in touch with us today for more information on all your freight needs.

Heavy Haul Trucking FAQs

Moving oversize freight takes skill most drivers don't have. Securing a 30-tonne excavator or planning a route around low bridges takes years of experience. We work only with carriers who specialize in heavy haul and have the right equipment, insurance and track record for your type of load.

Yes. Spring and summer are the busiest months because construction, paving and infrastructure projects are in full swing. Specialized trailers and experienced drivers get booked up quickly. If your project runs in peak season, reach out early so we can lock in capacity and keep your timeline on track.

Fuel is one of the biggest costs in heavy haul, especially for heavy loads over long distances. When diesel prices rise, carriers adjust their rates. We'll explain how fuel is included in your quote upfront, so there are no surprises when the invoice arrives.

Talk of trucking strikes comes up regularly on social media, but it rarely affects actual freight movement. If anything does disrupt a lane, we work with a network of carriers, so we can find alternatives and keep your load moving. We'll keep you updated if anything changes.

What Our Heavy Haul Customers Say

If you have problems with your freight reach out to the team at Just ship it and like they did for me. Your problems are going to be quickly sorted out.
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Thank you for your flatbed service Marcus was extremely help and provided the best quote out of 5 companies
Very reliable and customer service great, every time sufficient, highly recommended and will definitely use again
Great group of guys over there! Fast loading and unloading if you have an apt.Would definitely do business with them again.
Wonderful experience! Impressive logistical and crating knowledge. Very patient and outstanding attention to (all details). They have won our business......
had an odd combination of heavy items; golf clubs and coffee table, as well as fragile items; paintings and porcelain. Everything arrived perfect condition and on time (shipped across country). Excellent communication, professionally packed and crated, and reasonably priced for the quality of the service. Highly recommend!
This place has the best international shipping services in town. The staff care about helping you and they are very knowledgeable. And, they have the best prices.
I have used just ship it on several occasions and they have come through for me all the time. I usually have a lot of request when doing pickups and they have accommodated all of them.They are reliable and always willing to help what ever the situation.There pricing are very competitive to what is out there and better.I will continue to use them always. Would recommend this company to anyone looking for logistic support.
Hands down this company prides themselves on customer service, we needed materials from the states for a construction project, even through a pandemic this company had all materials shipped to us with no hassle and most importantly on time. Highly recommend them. Thanks again.
Simply the best - I have been using them for years, and they really helped my business. Deborah really knows her stuff!
Deborah & her team are knowledgeable & professional! They literally can ship anything and will work to get you thr best rate. Highly recommend!
I couldn't be more pleased with a shipping company. I set up one of my clients to ship their whole construction fleet from the States to here for a job.... what a breeze. No issues at the border and arrived on time for work to begin. The team here is knowlegable with exceptional service with finding the best price possible. A huge thank you to the team at Just Ship It!!!! Won't go anywhere else for shipping large or small items to or from anywhere!!!!
I now send care packages to my daughter at University via Just Ship It!The prices are great and arrives in record time. Thanks for letting meget things to Thunder Bay!!Jan Freethy
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