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

Freedom Heavy Haul can aid with any type of sized Heavy Hauling projects to or from the excellent state of Illinois or anywhere within the USA.

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If you need an industry leader in heavy haul shipping to and from Illinois look no further than Freedom Heavy Haul Trucking, Transport Hauling, Shipping and Movers.

Our devices ranges from Flat Deck, Step Deck, multi-axle stretch RGN/Lowboy, Perimeter, Beam, Landoll, as well as more. We have the experience and capacity to transfer any kind of oversized, over-dimensional, or obese items throughout Illinois or within the entire USA.

If you're requiring support shipping your building devices or heavy machinery to Illinois, consider Freedom Heavy Haul as your leading selection to help.

We've got years of internal experience with Heavy Haul Trucking, shipping a variety of over-dimensional tons throughout the State of Illinois, and also we only work with the safest and most dependable Heavy Haul carriers on the road.

Whatever the circumstance and also inquiries you have, we have solutions as well as the capability to get the job done. We'll work both hard and clever to provide your equipment or equipment to any type of area you want!

How it works

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Step 1

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

Schedule a heavy haul delivery with Freedom Heavy Haul, and also you'll be amazed at just how simple it is! All you need to do is enter your contact and also shipping information into our online type. Or give that information to among our specialized transportation agents over the phone. Simply provide your pickup/delivery zip codes as well as the type of product you need to be delivered with measurements.

We focus on aiding you pick the ideal trailer to fit your requirements. Our agents have expert expertise regarding flatbed trailers, step-deck trailers, and RGN trailers.

Step 2

Based upon the dimensions, we select the correct equipment to match your shipment.

Among our professional Heavy Haul Trucking, Transport Hauling, Shipping and also Moving planners will deal with you to organize a devices pick-up day and time which functions ideal for you. When you ship your devices direct with Freedom Heavy Haul, we do our very best to function around your timetable!

Depending upon the shipment dimension, we might pack the same day! For larger deliveries, we might need a bit even more time for journey preparation as well as oversized allowing. For super loads, a route study may be required to establish the service provider's route prior to travel. Whatever is needed, we can manage it! Among our professional Heavy Haul planners will certainly collaborate with you to make certain that we pick the most effective alternative to get your job done as promptly and also, most notably, cost-effectively.

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

You can call your heavy haul carrier at any time during your shipment to ask questions about arrival times and also anything else that might get on your mind. Our heavy haul truckers undertake extensive safety and security and procedural training to make certain that your freight is secure every step of the way! You or someone you appoint will certainly carry out a final shipment evaluation, accept a Bill of Lading, and also you're done!

Heavy Hauling is intricate, as well as you ought to just rely on somebody with the correct understanding and also experience. Call Freedom Heavy Haul today.

Learn more about the great State of 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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