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Licensed carrier + broker · MC# 123456 · DOT# 654321 · Pennsylvania

Oversized Freight.
Done Right.

Permits, routing, escorts, and execution — confirmed
before dispatch, not figured out on the road.

One point of contact. Quote in 30 minutes.

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1000s
Oversized loads moved
30+
Years in business
48
States covered
30+
Asset-based trucks
Equipment

Open Deck Equipment
Matched to the Load

Equipment is selected based on freight dimensions, weight, and regulatory requirements — not what is most convenient to dispatch.

Flatbed

Standard open deck trailer

The workhorse of industrial and construction freight. No sides or roof — loads from the top or sides. Handles most oversized and standard open-deck freight without special permitting.

Deck length 48 – 53 ft
Max legal payload ~48,000 lbs
Max width (no permit) 8.5 ft
Max height (no permit) 13.5 ft

Step Deck

Lowered rear deck for taller freight

Two deck levels — upper and lower. The lower rear deck provides extra height clearance for tall cargo that would exceed standard flatbed limits without requiring a full lowboy.

Upper deck 11 ft
Lower deck length 37 – 40 ft
Max payload ~46,000 lbs
Max height (lower deck) up to 10 ft

Heavy Haul

Multi-axle and specialized configurations

For freight that exceeds standard legal limits in weight, width, height, or length. Multi-axle configurations, lowboys, and specialized trailers coordinated based on specific load requirements.

Weight range 80,000+ lbs
Width Permit-dependent
Permits required Always
Escort required When mandated

How Your Oversized Load
Gets Planned & Delivered

Our team provides a full range of transport solutions including the following:

Step 1 01

Load Review & Requirements

We confirm dimensions, weight, origin, and destination.

Quote back within 30 minutes for most loads.

Step 2 02

Permits Secured Before Dispatch

State-specific permits pulled for weight, width, and length across every jurisdiction your load crosses.
Confirmed before dispatch — not after delays start.

Step 3 03

Route Planning & Clearance Checks

Bridge capacities, height restrictions, curfews, and road conditions verified before your driver is assigned — not discovered on the road.

Step 4 04

Coordinated Transport & Delivery

Escorts booked, driver briefed, real-time tracking active. Most loads scheduled within 24–48 hours of permit confirmation. One contact from pickup to delivery.

Oversized & Heavy Haul
Freight We Move

If your shipment requires permits, escorts, or route planning — this is what we move.

Construction Equipment

Permit management: state-specific permits for weight, width, and length

Industrial Machinery

Permit management: state-specific permits for weight, width, and length

Over-Dimensional Loads

Permit management: state-specific permits for weight, width, and length

Multi-Axle Shipments

Permit management: state-specific permits for weight, width, and length

Project Freight

Permit management: state-specific permits for weight, width, and length

Modular & Structural

Permit management: state-specific permits for weight, width, and length

Why Choose McCabe for Oversized Loads?

  1. 01

    One point of contact from quote to delivery

    No handoffs. No confusion. The person who quoted you is the person managing your move.

  2. 02

    Permits secured before problems happen

    We don't apply for permits after dispatch. They're pulled and confirmed before your load leaves the yard.

  3. 03

    Nationwide coverage with local expertise

    48-state reach backed by state-specific knowledge of regulations, enforcement patterns, and road conditions.

  4. 04

    Real-time visibility during transit

    Proactive updates and 24/7 dispatch so you're never left wondering where your load is.

  5. 05

    We plan routes before assigning drivers — not after

    We don't dispatch until permits are confirmed and the route is cleared. No surprises mid-delivery.

  6. 06

    Asset carrier + broker in one

    30+ owned trucks for direct lanes, brokerage capacity for everything else. One relationship, full coverage.

30+
Years operating
Est. 1993, PA
48
States covered
All contiguous US

Proven Experience in
Heavy Haul Logistics

1000s
Loads moved
30+
Years operating
48
States
24–48h
Avg. load scheduled

"McCabe handled a 96-foot turbine blade move through three states without a single delay. Permit and escort coordination was flawless."

Operations Director
Wind Energy Co.

"We've moved industrial presses over 120,000 lbs with McCabe. They know every weigh station, curfew, and bridge restriction. Genuinely impressive."

Logistics Manager
Heavy Equipment OEM

"One call, one contact, one invoice — regardless of whether they're the carrier or broker on the move. That's the real value."

Procurement Lead
Construction Group

Everything Handled
Before Your Load Moves

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Permits handled upfront — no delays at state lines

Permits pulled and confirmed before dispatch. You never sit at a weigh station because we prepared for it before the truck rolled.

Route planning around restrictions before dispatch

Low bridges, weight-restricted roads, and utility lines mapped out before dispatch — not discovered mid-route.

Escort vehicles coordinated in advance

Front and rear pilot cars booked to spec before your load moves. We know what each state requires — and we're already compliant.

Access to lowboy, RGN, and multi-axle trailers

We match the equipment to your load — not the other way around. Lowboy, Removable Gooseneck, step deck, and multi-axle available.

Why Choose McCabe for Oversized Loads?

The wrong carrier costs you far more than the freight bill. Here's what happens when oversized moves aren't handled by specialists:

Missing permits = costly delays and fines

A single missing state permit can ground your load for 24–72 hours — triggering project downtime, penalty costs, and demurrage charges that dwarf the freight bill.

Wrong route = fines, towing fees, and re-routing costs

Unpermitted roads and weight-restricted routes mean enforcement fines, towing, and expensive mid-delivery re-routes that can cost thousands and blow your project timeline.

Poor coordination = project downtime

When escort timing, driver handoffs, and delivery windows aren't aligned, the entire project waits — at your cost.

Questions shippers ask us first.

Are you a broker or a carrier?

Both. We operate 30+ asset-based trucks out of Pennsylvania and hold a freight broker license for capacity outside our direct lanes. You get one point of contact regardless of which side moves your load.

How fast will I get a rate back?

For most heavy haul loads we quote within 30 minutes during business hours.

What equipment do you run?

Lowboy, Removable Gooseneck (RGN), step deck, and multi-axle trailers in addition to standard flatbeds.

Do you offer dedicated lanes or contract pricing?

Yes — for repeat shippers we set up dedicated capacity with locked-in rates and pre-cleared routes.

Can you handle warehousing plus shipping in one engagement?

Yes. Our two PA hubs give you bonded storage plus dispatch under one contract.

How do I become a driver or partner carrier?

Reach our recruiting team via the Drivers page or call our dispatch line directly.

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What is Heavy Haul and Oversized Freight?

Heavy haul and oversized freight shipping involves the transportation of loads that exceed standard legal weight and size limits for public roadways. This includes heavy freight such as special equipment, machinery, and structural components that require specialized trailers, route planning, and often, permits and escort vehicles.

US Federal thresholds — a shipment is oversized when it exceeds:

Width 8.6 feet
Height 13.6 feet
Length 48–53 feet (standard trailers)
Weight 80,000 lbs gross (including vehicle and cargo)