UNDERSTAND THE EQUIPMENT OPTIONS Step 4: Match the Freight to the Transportation Requirements There is no single trailer that works for every oversized or specialized shipment. The appropriate equipment depends on factors such as: • Length • Width • Route requirements • Site access COMMON OPEN-DECK AND SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT Flatbed A versatile open-deck option commonly used when freight needs to be loaded from the side, rear, or above. Often used for machinery, steel, fabricated products, building materials, and industrial freight. Step Deck / Drop Deck Provides a lower main deck than a standard flatbed and may provide additional flexibility for taller freight. Removable Gooseneck or RGN Allows the front portion of the trailer to detach so certain wheeled or tracked equipment can be driven or moved onto the lower deck. RGNs are also commonly considered for tall, heavy or specialized machinery. Conestoga / Curtainside May provide flexible loading access with additional weather protection for freight that fits the equipment’s operating requirements. Multi-Axle / Specialized Heavy-Haul Equipment Certain heavy or complex loads may require specialized trailer configurations designed around weight distribution, dimensions and route requirements. Important The trailer should be selected around the actual shipment, and not chosen first and forced to fit the freight. Let the freight dimensions, weight, loading requirements, route and delivery conditions determine the appropriate transportation solution. • Height • Weight • Loading method • Unloading method • Ground clearance • Freight configuration
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