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Get Heavy Haul Shipping to or from Louisiana that is both experienced and reliable

Freedom Heavy Haul can help with any sized Heavy Hauling projects to or from the terrific state of Louisiana 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 Louisiana.

Our equipment varies from Flat Deck, Step Deck, multi-axle stretch RGN/Lowboy, Perimeter, Beam, Landoll, as well as more. We have the experience and also capability to deliver any extra-large, over-dimensional, or overweight things anywhere in Louisiana or within the whole USA.

If you're requiring support delivery your construction equipment or heavy machinery to Louisiana, think about Freedom Heavy Haul as your leading option to help.

We've got years of in-house experience with Heavy Haul Trucking, delivering a selection of over-dimensional tons all over the State of Louisiana, and also we only deal with the best as well as most reliable Heavy Haul providers when driving.

Whatever the scenario as well as questions you have, we have solutions and the ability to get the job done. We'll function both tough and smart to provide your tools or machinery to any kind of location you prefer!

How it works

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Step 1

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

Set up a heavy haul delivery with Freedom Heavy Haul, as well as you'll be shocked at just how easy it is! All you need to do is enter your contact as well as shipping details right into our on-line kind. Or give that info to among our dedicated transportation representatives over the phone. Simply provide your pickup/delivery postal code as well as the sort of item you require to be transported with measurements.

We concentrate on aiding you select the appropriate trailer to fit your demands. Our representatives have experienced expertise regarding flatbed trailers, step-deck trailers, and RGN trailers.

Step 2

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

One of our professional Heavy Haul Trucking, Transport Hauling, Shipping and also Moving organizers will deal with you to arrange a devices pick-up date and also time which functions ideal for you. We do our very best to work around your routine when you ship your equipment straight with Freedom Heavy Haul!

Depending on the shipment size, we might pack the exact same day! For larger shipments, we could need a little bit more time for journey planning and extra-large allowing. For very loads, a path survey may be required to establish the service provider's path prior to traveling. Whatever is required, we can handle it! Among our specialist Heavy Haul planners will certainly collaborate with you to make certain that we select the best alternative to obtain your work done as promptly and also, 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 transporter at any time during your delivery to ask questions concerning arrival times and anything else that might be on your mind. Our heavy haul truckers undergo rigorous safety and security as well as step-by-step training to guarantee that your freight is safe every step of the way! You or someone you designate will conduct a final shipment inspection, validate a Bill of Lading, as well as you're done!

Heavy Hauling is complicated, and you should only rely on a person with the appropriate understanding as well as experience. Call Freedom Heavy Haul today.

Learn more about the great State of Louisiana

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New Orleans

390,845 residents

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Baton Rouge

224,149 residents

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Shreveport

192,035 residents

What Are Louisiana's Major Cities And Roadways?

Louisiana is the 31st biggest state in the union by acreage. The state is nearly 380 miles long and almost 130 miles wide. Louisiana only has about 60,000 miles of public roadways, less than 1,000 miles of which is interstate highway. In the northern portion of the state, I-20 runs east/west between and Mississippi and Texas. I-10 also travels east/west across the state, linking New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Lafayette in the southern portion of the state. Louisiana’s main north/south interstate is I-49, which runs between Lafayette and Shreveport.

With more than 350,000 people, New Orleans remains the largest city the in the state. But Baton Rouge and Shreveport each have more than 200,000 residents. Surprisingly, New Orleans, which has added nearly 50,000 residents since 2009, was the fastest growing city in Louisiana in 2017. The 10 largest cities in Louisiana are:

  1. New Orleans;
  2. Baton Rouge;
  3. Shreveport;
  4. Metairie;
  5. Lafayette;
  6. Lake Charles;
  7. Kenner;
  8. Bossier City;
  9. Monroe;
  10. Alexandria.

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

Heavy equipment shipments that exceed the maximum dimensions established by the state must obtain oversize permits to use the roads in Louisiana.

The dimensional restrictions in the state of Louisiana include:

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

Maximum height: 13 feet 6 inches;

Maximum width: 8 feet 6 inches.

What Are Louisiana's Length Restrictions?

Overall length restrictions in Louisiana are similar to rules in other southern states. On designated routes, the maximum length is 59 feet 6 inches. Notice that the trailer-length limit, at 50 feet, is slightly shorter than the normal 53 feet. Twin trailers are limited to 30 feet in length.  The state permits overhang of four feet in the front and eight feet in the rear.

Trailer length maximums in Louisiana include:

Total length: 65 feet on non-designated routes;

Trailer length: 50 feet;

Motor home length: 45 feet.

What Are The Oversize Transport Permits In Louisiana?

Permits to ship oversize loads in Louisiana can be obtained from the state Department of Transportation and Development. The movement of oversize loads is allowed from between ½-hour before sunrise to ½-hour after sunset on weekdays on Monday through Saturday. Loads that are less than 100,000 pounds, 9o-feet long and 12-feet wide can travel from ½-hour before sunset until 1 p.m. on Sundays. No transportation of oversize equipment is permitted on major holidays. Oversize loads must avoid bridges near New Orleans during morning and evening rush hours.

Oversize shipments that exceed dimensional regulations must apply for Super Load permits. The maximum oversize dimensions that Louisiana allows include:

Maximum Weight:  152,000 pounds;

Maximum Length: 110 feet total;

Maximum Height:  14 feet;

Maximum Width:   14 feet.

What Are Louisiana's Major Auction Houses?

Ask Freedom Heavy Haul to ship your heavy equipment to or from any auction house in Louisiana. There are no national auction houses in Louisiana, which opens up room for independent businesses to operate.

The most prominent equipment auction houses in Louisiana include:

  • Action Auction, West Monroe;
  • Bonnette Auction, Alexandria;
  • Bruchhaus & Bruchhaus, Elton;
  • Guinn Auction, Jennings;
  • Henderson Auctions, Livingston;
  • Mid South Machinery, West Monroe;
  • Pederson & Pederson, Lake Charles;
  • Sunbelt Auction, Winnsboro.

What Are Some Major Rental Centers In Louisiana?

Call Freedom Heavy Haul to transport your heavy equipment to or from any rental center in Louisiana. United Rentals has more than 15 locations in the state. Sunbelt Rentals also operates nearly 15 stores in Louisiana. Scott Equipment operates a dozen rental locations spread throughout the state. General Rental Center has two stores in the state, in Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Herc Rentals runs a store in Baton Rouge.

Other independent equipment rental centers in Louisiana include:

  • Amite Rent All, Amite City;
  • Blue Line Rental, Alexandria;
  • Everything Rental Center, Opeiousas;
  • H&E Equipment, Baton Rouge;
  • Oge’s Rental Center, Lafayette;
  • Lafayette Rental Center, Lafayette;
  • Louisiana Cat, Reserve;
  • New Orleans Rental Center, Kenner.
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