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Heavy-Haul Freight
Oversize & Overweight. Permitted. Los Angeles

Oversize and overweight freight from Los Angeles nationwide. RGN, step-deck,
and multi-axle equipment with permits, route surveys, and pilot cars handled before dispatch.

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Permitted Heavy-Haul Logistics

Big loads, planned down to the inch

Heavy-haul freight fails in the planning, not on the road. A missed permit, an unsurveyed low bridge, or the wrong axle configuration stops a load cold. AEEM plans every oversize and overweight move before dispatch: dimensions verified, state permits filed, routes surveyed, and escorts arranged where required.

From our Los Angeles base we move construction equipment, machinery, transformers, and project cargo nationwide, including out-of-gauge containers and breakbulk arriving through the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. RGN, step-deck, lowboy, and multi-axle configurations matched to the exact load.

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how it works

Our proven heavy-haul process

1. Dimensions & Load Review

We verify exact length, width, height, and weight, then determine equipment type, axle configuration, and which states require permits or escorts.

2. Permits & Route Survey

State permits are filed and routes surveyed for bridge clearances, weight restrictions, and travel-time curfews before your load is scheduled.

3. Escorted, Tracked Transit

Pilot cars are staged where required and every load is GPS-monitored with live location, ETA, and curfew-aware routing through transit.

4. Delivery & Documentation

Freight is delivered with electronic proof of delivery and permit records retained for your project files.

WHY AEEM

Why ship heavy-haul with AEEM

A Los Angeles based heavy-haul team built for permits, route planning, and multi-axle capacity, from machinery to project cargo.

Permits Filed Before Dispatch

State permits, route surveys, and escort arrangements handled for you and filed correctly the first time, so your load never sits waiting on paperwork.

24/7 Dispatch & Live Communication

Our operations team monitors every move, day or night, through dispatch and live tracking dashboards.

Transparent, All-In Pricing

Every quote includes permits, escorts, fuel, and accessorial fees upfront. No hidden charges, no post-delivery surprises.

The Right Trailer for the Load

RGN, step-deck, lowboy, extendable, and multi-axle configurations matched to your exact dimensions and weight, not forced onto whatever is available.

Route Surveys & Curfew Planning

Bridge clearances, weight-restricted roads, and state travel curfews mapped before dispatch, so transit days are predictable, not hopeful.

Port Out-of-Gauge Capability

Out-of-gauge containers and breakbulk from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach moved on the right equipment with terminal coordination handled.

CARGO NETWORK

Oversize cargo we move.

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From our Los Angeles base, permitted heavy-haul capacity nationwide across the cargo types below, with the same team and tracking on every load.

  • Construction Equipment
  • Excavators & Dozers
  • Industrial Machinery
  • Transformers & Electrical
  • Steel & Fabricated Structures
  • Prefab & Modular Units
  • Agricultural Equipment
  • Out-of-Gauge Containers
  • Project & Breakbulk Cargo

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Frequently asked questions

Heavy-haul shipping, answered

Straight answers on permits, escorts, equipment types, and what counts as oversize..

What counts as an oversize or overweight load?

In most states, anything over 8 feet 6 inches wide, 13 feet 6 inches tall, 53 feet long, or 80,000 pounds gross vehicle weight requires oversize or overweight permits. Exact thresholds vary by state, and we confirm requirements for every state on your route before quoting.

How much does heavy-haul shipping cost?

Heavy-haul is priced per move based on dimensions, weight, distance, permits, and escort requirements. A permitted oversize load typically runs 2 to 4 times a standard flatbed rate on the same lane, and superloads price higher. Every AEEM quote is all-in, with permits and escorts included upfront.

Who handles the permits and pilot cars?

We do. State permits are filed and pilot cars arranged for every state on your route before the load is scheduled. You get one all-in quote and one point of contact instead of coordinating permit services and escort companies yourself.

What equipment do you use for heavy-haul?

RGN and lowboy trailers for tall machinery that needs a low deck, step-decks for mid-height loads, extendable trailers for long freight, and multi-axle configurations for concentrated weight up to 200,000 pounds. We match the trailer to your exact dimensions.

Can you move out-of-gauge containers from the port?

Yes. Flat-rack and open-top containers arriving through the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are picked up with the right chassis or transloaded to heavy-haul equipment, with terminal coordination and permits managed by one team.

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