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We have the experience to ship your heavy haul reliably to or from Athens Illinois

Freedom Heavy Haul can assist with any kind of sized Heavy Hauling projects to or from the terrific state of Athens Illinois or anywhere within the USA.

Freedom Heavy Haul Trucking, Transport Hauling, Shipping and Movers is an industry leader in safe and efficient heavy haul shipments to and from Athens Illinois.

Athens is a small town in central Illinois that has a lot to offer visitors. The town has a rich history, and there are many attractions to visit. Athens also has a good school system, and the people are friendly.

Located in southern Illinois, Athens is a historic town that has a lot to offer visitors. The city was founded in 1813 and is known for its architecture, including the Parthenon and the White House. There are also plenty of historical sites and museums to explore, as well as plenty of places to eat. Athens is also home to several notable universities, making it a great place to live and work.

How it works

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To schedule your heavy haul shipment, call us or fill our online form

Schedule a heavy haul shipment with Freedom Heavy Haul, as well as you'll be shocked at exactly how very easy it is! All you need to do is enter your contact as well as delivery information into our online form. Or give that details to among our dedicated transport agents over the phone. Just supply your pickup/delivery zip codes and also the kind of product you require to be delivered with dimensions.

We focus on assisting you pick the right trailer to fit your demands. Our agents have skilled understanding regarding flatbed trailers, step-deck trailers, as well as RGN trailers.

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Based on the dimensions, we choose the proper equipment to match your shipment.

Among our expert Heavy Haul Trucking, Transport Hauling, Shipping and also Moving organizers will work with you to arrange a devices pick-up date as well as time which functions finest for you. We do our really best to function around your routine when you deliver your equipment straight with Freedom Heavy Haul!

Depending upon the delivery dimension, we could load the very same day! For larger shipments, we could require a bit more time for journey planning as well as large permitting. For very loads, a path study could be essential to figure out the provider's route before traveling. Whatever is needed, we can manage it! One of our specialist Heavy Haul organizers will collaborate with you to ensure that we pick the most effective option to obtain your task done as promptly and also, most significantly, cost-effectively.

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Your shipment will reach its destination. Our Heavy Hauling carriers will make sure of that.

You can contact your heavy haul carrier at any time during your delivery to ask concerns regarding arrival times and anything else that may be on your mind. Our heavy haul truckers go through extensive safety and also procedural training to make sure that your freight is secure every action of the way! You or someone you assign will conduct a final shipment examination, approve a Bill of Lading, and also you're done!

Heavy Hauling is complex, and you need to just rely on someone with the correct understanding and experience. Call Freedom Heavy Haul today.

Learn more about the great State of Athens Illinois

Athens, Illinois is a small, quaint town located in the northwest corner of the state. It is known for its downtown area which features boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants. The town also has a number of parks and gardens which make for a pleasant walk or bike ride. Athens is home to several colleges and universities, making it a popular tourist destination.

Shipping To These Cities Near Athens Illinois?

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Chicago

2,709,534 residents

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Joliet

147,826 residents

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Naperville

147,501 residents

What Are Illinois's Major Cities And Roadways?

The 25th largest state in the nation, Illinois is nearly 400 miles long and more than 200 miles wide. It’s the sixth most populous state in the country. Illinois has more than 18,000 miles of roadways. With more than 2,000 of those miles on interstate highways, Illinois ranks third in the country in terms of interstate exposure. The major north/south interstates in Illinois include I-57, which runs from Chicago to Missouri, and I-86, which runs diagonally from Chicago and into Missouri. On the east/west axis, I-80 goes between Chicago and Iowa; I-76 runs through Champaign and Springfield in the middle of the state; and I-64 and I-70 traverse the lower portions of Illinois.

With more than 2 1/2 million people, Chicago is by far the largest city in Illinois. But Sumner, a small town on the Indiana border, was the fastest growing city in the state in 2017. The 10 largest cities in Illinois are:

  1. Chicago;
  2. Aurora;
  3. Joliet;
  4. Naperville;
  5. Rockford;
  6. Springfield;
  7. Peoria;
  8. Elgin;
  9. Waukegan;
  10. Champaign.

What Are The Height, Weight, & Width Restrictions In Illinois?

If your load exceeds the basic dimensional maximums set by Illinois, you’ll need to apply for oversize permit to operate in the state. The requirements in Illinois are similar to the basic maximums for other states. Watch out for old bridges in the state. On non-designated highways, height limits are only eight feet.

The dimensional restrictions in the state of Illinois include:

Maximum weight: 80,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW);

Maximum height: 13 feet 6 inches;

Maximum width: 8 feet 6 inches.

What Are Illinois's Length Restrictions?

Length restrictions in Illinois are slightly shorter than they are in the rest of the country. For tractor trailers, Illinois allows three feet of overhang on each bumper. No passenger-vehicle combinations can exceed 42 feet in total length. The maximum allowable length for trailers towed by passenger vehicles is 28 feet 6 inches.

Trailer length maximums in Illinois include:

Total length: 60 feet;

Trailer length: 42 feet;

Motor home length: 45 feet.

What Are The Oversize Transport Permits In Illinois?

The Illinois Department of Transportation issues permits for oversized shipments. Loads that exceed the overweight maximums in Illinois must apply for Super Load permits. The state allows oversize loads to travel beginning ½-hour before sunrise every day of the week. On weekdays, transport must be completed by ½-hour after sunset. Sunday transports need to finish by noon. Major holidays are blacked out.

The maximum dimensions to qualify for an overweight permit in Illinois include:

Maximum Weight: 120,000 pounds;

Maximum Length: 145 feet total;

Maximum Height: 15 feet 6 inches;

Maximum Width: 14 feet 6 inches.

What Are Illinois's Major Auction Houses?

Call Freedom Heavy Haul to transport your heavy equipment to or from any auction house in Illinois. One of the largest equipment companies in the world, Ritchie Brothers, has an office in Morris. Another nationwide auction house, J.J. Kane, maintains a location in South Beloit.

Other equipment auction houses in Illinois include:

  • Almburg Auctioneering, Malta;
  • Dale Jones & Company, Aledo;
  • Centurion Service Group, Franklin Park;
  • Groff Equipment, Lawrence;
  • Martin Auction Services, Clinton;
  • Mowrey Auction, Milford;
  • Sullivan Auctioneers, Hamilton;
  • Anne Consignment Auction; St. Anne.

What Are Some Major Rental Centers In Illinois?

Turn to Freedom Heavy Haul to ship your heavy equipment to or from rental centers located in Illinois. United Rentals operates more than 20 stores in Illinois. One location in Chicago specializes in aerial platform rentals. Sunbelt Rentals has more than a dozen locations in Illinois, including a rental service center in Sugar Grove.

Other equipment rental centers in Illinois include:

  • Big R Rental Center, Danville;
  • Burns Equipment, Waukegan;
  • Illinois Truck and Equipment, Morris;
  • Midwest Construction Rentals, Champaign;
  • MLB Rental Center, Charleston;
  • Rental Center USA, Mattoon;
  • RWCI Equipment, Flora;
  • Wirtz Rentals, Chicago.
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