FLATBED TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Our most versatile and commonly used trailer by far is the standard flatbed trailer, made evident by the sheer number of them on the road every day. A great aspect of flatbed trailer shipping is the stability of the bed and the fact that these common carriers come in a wide variety of sizes and dimensions. A flatbed trailer, as the name suggests, is marked by a flat trailer surface that's able to be loaded with stability by balancing and securing cargo on the outside edges of the trailer.

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What Is a Flatbed Trailer Used For?

Most commonly, flatbed trailers are used for freight shipping, but their versatility is what has made them the most common trailer for many shipping companies. These versatile trailers can carry almost any type of cargo.

Tractor Transport uses flatbeds for a wide variety of shipping jobs, including small to medium sized tractors, and other assorted farming equipment. We specialize in heavier equipment, but our fleet of flatbeds still represents a reliable, state-of-the-art method of dependably moving our clients' freight, smaller tractors, equipment, and other important items. Call Tractor Transport today and learn more about how we can put our most versatile trailers to work for you.

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How Does Tractor Transport Handle Flatbed Shipping?

Since they're such versatile transport carriers, we use flatbed trailers for a variety of shipping tasks that provide important logistical solutions for customers.

Not only has our experience made us experts in every conceivable shipping route, we offer unmatched conveniences to our customers; things like free cancellations, constant customer service, and fixed, convenient prices that won't break the bank.

Contact our expert customer support team about our policies and rates, and get some information about how you can get Tractor Transport working for you as soon as you need us!



How Are Flatbeds Used in LTL Shipping?

Less-than-load (LTL) shipping is what we call putting multiple customers' cargo on a single trailer at one time.

In short, flatbeds are used for this method of shipping fairly often due to their versatile nature. In LTL shipping, we combine loads to save money and pass those savings on to our customers.

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FLATBED

TRANSPORT SERVICES

Our most versatile and commonly used trailer by far is the standard flatbed trailer, made evident by the sheer number of them on the road every day. A great aspect of flatbed trailer shipping is the stability of the bed and the fact that these common carriers come in a wide variety of sizes and dimensions. A flatbed trailer, as the name suggests, is marked by a flat trailer surface that's able to be loaded with stability by balancing and securing cargo on the outside edges of the trailer.

Flatbed Trailer
Trailer Specifications
Max Weight

48,000 lbs

Max Height

8.5 ft

Max Length

53 ft

Max Width

8.5 ft

RGN (REMOVABLE GOOSENECK)

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The Removable Gooseneck (RGN) trailer has a detachable front end that turns the trailer into a ramp. Past the detachable section of the trailer, RGNs are equipped with a double drop formation that lends the payload an extra amount of height, usually around 12 extra inches. The variable nature of the RGN trailer allows it to accommodate cargo that is more difficult for less flexible trailers. Referred to as a "detach", the RGN is ideal for transporting less than standard cargo, equipment that is longer, taller, or otherwise a non-normal size.

Removable Gooseneck Trailer
Trailer Specifications
Max Weight

42,000 lbs

Max Height

11.6 ft

Max Length

29 ft

Max Width

8.5 ft

EXT. RGN (REMOVABLE GOOSENECK)

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Similar to the standard Removable Gooseneck Trailer, the extended RGN has an added section for additional length and capacity for particularly tricky transport jobs. When cargo is too long for the standard Removable Gooseneck (RGN), we sometimes employ the extended RGN. Like the standard RGN, the back portion of the stretch RGN is removable, creating a convenient ramp. The extended RGN has a versatile extension feature that allows it to meet an increased number of length requirements for cargo.

Extended Removable Gooseneck Trailer
Trailer Specifications
Max Weight

150,000 lbs

Max Height

11.6 ft

Max Length

65 ft

Max Width

8.5 ft

DROP DECK

TRANSPORT SERVICES

A drop deck, or "step deck" trailer resembles a standard flatbed model with a single drop in order to give the trailer the capacity for more cargo height. This is especially advantageous when the payload exceeds the standard height requirements for a regular flatbed. This is especially advantageous when the payload exceeds the standard height requirements for a regular flatbed. For especially large or oddly sized pieces of equipment, the drop deck trailers present a uniquely ideal solution; tractors, farming combines and large construction and industrial equipment.

Dropdeck Trailer
Trailer Specifications
Max Weight

48,000 lbs

Max Height

11 ft

Max Length

53 ft

Max Width

8.5 ft

EXT. DROP DECK

TRANSPORT SERVICES

When a job necessitates a trailer that can carry an irregularly long piece of equipment or cargo, we employ the extended drop deck trailer. Like a flatbed with either a single or a double attached gooseneck, the extended drop deck gives the user capacity for additional height and length to meet the needs of a specific cargo load. Typically, the extended RGN is more flexible than the standard RGN, so it's only used when absolutely necessary.

Extended Dropdeck Trailer
Trailer Specifications
Max Weight

45,000 lbs

Max Height

10 ft

Max Length

63 ft

Max Width

8.5 ft

LOWBOY

TRANSPORT SERVICES

A lowboy is one of the lowest trailers to the ground, as its name suggests. Many heavy hauling tasks are carried out with the help of the lowboy trailer because of its use for extremely large, heavy, and oversized or over-dimension equipment. Typically when you see a sign that says "Oversize Load" on the interstate, the cargo being hauled is done so with a lowboy trailer. Many shippers use lowboy models as their top choice for these jobs due to their capacity to carry extremely heavy weights of cargo, and their stability as the lowest, off-the-ground option.

Lowboy Trailer
Trailer Specifications
Max Weight

40,000 lbs

Max Height

14 ft

Max Length

24 ft

Max Width

8.5 ft

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