Nationwide Equipment Shipping
We coordinate reliable heavy equipment transport across the continental United States, with Alaska, Hawaii and international moves quoted individually. Get an instant estimate below.
Shipping Estimator
Transport Types
Flatbed
Standard loads under 6ft tall, up to 45,000 lbs
$2.00-2.80/mi
Best for: Skid steers, forklifts, small equipment
Step Deck
Medium-height loads, longer equipment
$2.25-3.00/mi
Best for: Wheel loaders, telehandlers, medium dozers
RGN
Tall or heavy equipment that drives on/off
$2.75-3.50/mi
Best for: Excavators, large dozers, motor graders
Lowboy
Very heavy or tall superloads
$3.00-4.00/mi
Best for: Crawler cranes, large excavators, 60,000+ lbs
Indicative rate bands, reviewed July 2026. Fuel, permits, escorts and lane availability move real pricing — every load is quoted individually.
How It Works
Get a Quote
Enter your delivery ZIP code on any equipment listing for an instant shipping estimate.
We Coordinate
Our logistics team arranges pickup, permits, and delivery with vetted carriers.
Equipment Delivered
Your equipment is delivered to your jobsite. We handle the heavy lifting.
Oversize Permits
Equipment exceeding standard legal dimensions requires oversize/overweight permits. We handle all permitting as part of the shipping process.
Width
> 8.5 ft
Height
> 13.5 ft
Length
> 48 ft
Weight
> 80,000 lbs
Permit cost averages $75 per state crossed. Loads over 14ft wide or 120,000 lbs may require escort vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship heavy equipment?
Shipping costs depend on equipment size, weight, distance, and transport type. Flatbed rates start around $2.00/mile, while specialized RGN or lowboy trailers range from $2.75-$4.00/mile. Use our calculator above for an instant estimate based on your specific equipment and destination.
What trailer type do I need?
We automatically recommend the right trailer based on your equipment dimensions. Flatbed handles standard loads under 6ft tall and 45,000 lbs. Step Deck covers medium-height equipment. RGN (Removable Gooseneck) is for equipment over 8.5ft tall or 45,000 lbs that needs to drive on and off. Lowboy handles very heavy equipment over 60,000 lbs.
Do I need oversize permits?
Permits are required when loads exceed 8.5ft wide, 13.5ft tall, 48ft long, or 80,000 lbs. Costs average $75 per state crossed, and we handle all permitting as part of the shipping process. Loads exceeding 14ft wide, 16ft tall, or 120,000 lbs may also require escort vehicles.
How long does shipping take?
Transit time averages about 450 miles per day. A 1,000-mile shipment typically takes 2-3 days. Oversize loads requiring permits may add 1-2 days for permit processing.