Licensed carrier + broker · Pennsylvania based · Nationwide Coverage

Oversized Freight.
Done Right.

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

One point of contact.

Get a Quote in 30 Min Start Load Planning

320K

Sq ft warehouse space

Years in business

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

From Load Details
To 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

Excavators, cranes, bulldozers, and heavy civil gear. We handle overwidth and overheight moves with full permit packages.

Industrial Machinery

CNC machines, presses, generators, and plant equipment. Precision securement and route planning included.

Over-Dimensional Loads

Wind turbine components, large structures, transformers, and any load exceeding standard dimensional limits.

Multi-Axle Shipments

Loads requiring specialized multi-axle or multi-trailer configurations to distribute weight safely.

Project Freight

Multi-piece, multi-permit moves for energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects across multiple states.

Modular & Structural

Pre-fab buildings, bridge sections, steel beams, and structural components requiring escort coordination.

Why Shippers Trust McCabe With Specialized Loads?

01

One point of contact from quote to delivery

No handoffs. No confusion. The person who quoted you is the person managing your move.
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.
03

Nationwide coverage with local expertise

50-state reach backed by state-specific knowledge of regulations, enforcement patterns, and road conditions.
04

Real-time visibility during transit

Proactive updates and 24/7 dispatch so you're never left wondering where your load is.
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.
06

Asset carrier + broker in one

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

Years operating

Est. 1986, PA

States covered

Coast-to-coast

Proven Experience in
Heavy Haul Logistics

320K

Sq ft warehouse

Years operating

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 moved a 94,000-lb transformer across four states. McCabe handled every permit, arranged the escorts, and had the load delivered to the substation on the exact window we needed. Zero issues."

Logistics Manager

Heavy Equipment OEM

"We needed a CNC machine moved from Ohio to Virginia. Multi-axle load, tight route constraints. McCabe quoted it, coordinated the permits, and executed without a single complication."

Procurement Lead

Construction Group

Everything Handled
Before Your Load Moves

Get a Quote in 30 Min

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.

Oversized Freight Leaves No Room for Mistakes

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 result in 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 routes trigger 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 leads to 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 handle permits and escort coordination?

Yes. Permit procurement is included in our heavy haul coordination – not billed as a separate service. For multi-state moves, we manage permits across all jurisdictions the load passes through. Provide your load dimensions and route and we will determine what is required before confirming the rate.

Can you handle warehousing plus shipping in one engagement?

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

Can you move oversized loads across multiple states?

Yes. Our asset fleet is strongest on Pennsylvania-origin lanes and regional corridors. For national heavy haul moves, we coordinate through our vetted carrier network – covering all 50 states with the same permit coordination and execution oversight applied to every load.

How far in advance do you need load details?

For standard flatbed loads, we can typically quote and book within 24 to 48 hours. Oversized and heavy haul moves requiring permits need more lead time – generally 3 to 7 business days depending on state permit processing times and route complexity. Provide load details as early as possible for permit-required moves.

Complex Loads.
Handled End-to-End.

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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 special equipment, machinery, and structural components that require specialized trailers, route planning, and often, permits and escort vehicles.

These shipments fall under state and federal regulations that vary significantly by jurisdiction. Carriers must secure permits in advance, plan routes around restrictions, and in many cases coordinate pilot cars and escorts to ensure public safety during transit.

McCabe Trucking Logistics has specialized in heavy haul and oversized load transport since 1986, serving industries including construction, energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure development across the U.S. Whether it's open deck shipping, flatbed oversized loads, or complex heavy haul logistics requiring multi-axle configurations, we manage every detail.

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)

Oversized Freight.
Done Right.