Oversized load trucking with Gelle Transport
Oversized load trucking focuses on the practical side of moving wide, tall and long freight: getting the load safely onto the right trailer, marking it correctly, coordinating escorts and driving a route that avoids low bridges, tight turns and restricted roads.
Wide loads
Loads wider than about 8 feet 6 inches need oversize permits. As width increases, many states require one or more pilot vehicles and may restrict travel to certain hours. Very wide loads may need route surveys to check lane widths, signs and roadside obstacles.
Long loads
Long items such as beams, poles, trusses and tanks often travel on stretch or extendable trailers. Rear overhang must be flagged and lit, and long loads may need a rear escort and careful planning around turns and intersections.
Securement
Oversized loads are secured with chains, binders and straps rated for the load’s weight, following federal cargo securement rules. Drivers inspect securement before departure and at regular intervals during the trip.
What’s included
Who it’s for
Contractors, fabricators, steel and timber suppliers, and equipment owners. See the industries we serve.
How it works
- 01
Request a quote
Share pickup and delivery locations, freight details, equipment and dates.
- 02
Confirm the plan
We confirm equipment, appointments and price before dispatch.
- 03
Pickup and transit
On-time pickup, secure loading and proactive updates from 24/7 dispatch.
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Delivery and POD
Delivery to the agreed appointment with signed proof of delivery.
Coverage across the United States
We dispatch from North Kansas City, Missouri and serve shippers across the continental United States. Popular service areas for oversized load trucking include:
Oversized Load Transportation FAQs
When does a load need an escort?
It depends on the state and the load’s width, length and height; requirements increase as dimensions grow.
Can oversized loads travel at night?
Many states restrict oversize loads to daylight hours; some allow night travel under specific conditions.
What trailer is used for long loads?
Stretch or extendable flatbeds and step decks are commonly used for long items.