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

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

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

Our equipment ranges from Flat Deck, Step Deck, multi-axle stretch RGN/Lowboy, Perimeter, Beam, Landoll, as well as a lot more. We have the experience as well as capability to transfer any type of extra-large, over-dimensional, or overweight products anywhere in Illinois or within the whole USA.

If you're needing assistance shipping your construction equipment or heavy machinery to Illinois, consider Freedom Heavy Haul as your top choice to assist.

We've got decades of internal experience with Heavy Haul Trucking, shipping a range of over-dimensional lots around the State of Illinois, as well as we only deal with the best as well as most dependable Heavy Haul providers when driving.

Whatever the situation as well as inquiries you have, we have responses as well as the ability to get the job done. We'll function both wise and tough to deliver your equipment or machinery to any kind of area you want!

How it works

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Step 1

Schedule online or by phone for your heavy haul shipment

Arrange a heavy haul delivery with Freedom Heavy Haul, and you'll be surprised at exactly how easy it is! All you need to do is enter your call and also shipping details right into our online form. Or give that information to one of our specialized transportation representatives over the phone. Just provide your pickup/delivery postal code as well as the type of item you require to be transported with dimensions.

We concentrate on helping you select the right trailer to fit your requirements. Our representatives have skilled understanding regarding flatbed trailers, step-deck trailers, as well as RGN trailers.

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

One of our professional Heavy Haul Trucking, Transport Hauling, Shipping as well as Moving organizers will collaborate with you to prepare an equipment pickup day as well as time which functions ideal for you. We do our very best to function around your routine when you deliver your tools straight with Freedom Heavy Haul!

Depending on the delivery dimension, we might fill the exact same day! For bigger deliveries, we might need a little even more time for journey preparation and also large allowing. For super loads, a path survey may be needed to establish the carrier's path before traveling. Whatever is required, we can manage it! One of our professional Heavy Haul planners will certainly collaborate with you to ensure that we pick the best option to get your job done as swiftly as well as, 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 any time throughout your shipment to ask questions regarding arrival times and anything else that might be on your mind. Our heavy haul truckers undertake rigorous safety and security and step-by-step training to ensure that your freight is safe every action of the method! You or a person you designate will perform a final delivery inspection, approve a Bill of Lading, as well as you're done!

Heavy Hauling is complicated, as well as you need to only trust someone with the proper understanding and also experience. Contact 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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