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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 type of sized Heavy Hauling jobs to or from the fantastic state of Illinois or anywhere within the USA.

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Looking for safe and effective heavy haul shipping to and from Illinois? Freedom Heavy Haul Trucking, Transport Hauling, Shipping and Movers is an industry leader.

Our tools varies from Flat Deck, Step Deck, multi-axle stretch RGN/Lowboy, Perimeter, Beam, Landoll, and also extra. We have the experience as well as capacity to transfer any oversized, over-dimensional, or obese things anywhere in Illinois or within the whole USA.

If you're requiring aid shipping your building tools or heavy machinery to Illinois, consider Freedom Heavy Haul as your leading choice to assist.

We've obtained decades of in-house experience with Heavy Haul Trucking, delivering a variety of over-dimensional tons throughout the State of Illinois, as well as we only deal with the safest and also most reliable Heavy Haul providers on the road.

Whatever the situation and inquiries you have, we have solutions as well as the capability to get the job done. We'll function both tough and also wise to supply your tools or machinery to any location you want!

How it works

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Step 1

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

Arrange a heavy haul shipment with Freedom Heavy Haul, and you'll be stunned at just how very easy it is! All you have to do is enter your contact as well as shipping details into our online form. Or consider that details to one of our committed transport agents over the phone. Simply provide your pickup/delivery zip codes and also the kind of thing you require to be transferred with measurements.

We specialize in assisting you choose the appropriate trailer to fit your needs. Our representatives have skilled expertise concerning flatbed trailers, step-deck trailers, as well as RGN trailers.

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

Among our expert Heavy Haul Trucking, Transport Hauling, Shipping and Moving organizers will certainly deal with you to prepare a tools pick-up day and time which functions ideal for you. We do our really best to work around your timetable when you deliver your tools direct with Freedom Heavy Haul!

Depending upon the shipment dimension, we might fill the exact same day! For bigger shipments, we might require a bit even more time for trip planning and large permitting. For incredibly tons, a course survey might be needed to figure out the carrier's route prior to traveling. Whatever is required, we can manage it! One of our specialist Heavy Haul planners will deal with you to make sure that we pick the best choice to get your task done as quickly and, most importantly, cost-effectively.

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Our carriers will ensure your Heavy Hauling Trucking shipment will reach its destination.

You can contact your heavy haul carrier any time throughout your delivery to ask inquiries about arrival times as well as anything else that might get on your mind. Our heavy haul truckers undergo extensive security and step-by-step training to make certain that your cargo is safe every step of the method! You or someone you designate will perform a last delivery inspection, sign off on a Bill of Lading, and you're done!

Heavy Hauling is intricate, and also you must just rely on somebody with the appropriate understanding and 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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