Flatbed Trucking Newark NJ

Will your company need a standard flatbed in Newark NJ for freight shipping anywhere in the continental US and to Canadian delivery locations?

Need an instant freight quote for your flatbed freight?

Various businesses located in Newark NJ need hauling services that are competitive in pricing plus provide timely pick ups and deliveries.

Some of the key companies and businesses located in the Newark NJ vicinity are:

If you are a first time or not so frequent flatbed tractor trailer shipper here are some tips we would like to offer you to make your shipping experience with Great Western Transportation the best possible and ensuring your shipment is within your budget and that you receive the best possible service.

Flatbed Trailer Shipping FAQ

If I do not need the whole flatbed trailer can I pay for only a part of it?
Yes, using only a part of a flatbed is possible, and less expensive. This is also referred to as LTL, which means less than truckload. Our freight consultants will immediately tell you if this is an option for your freight.
Flatbed LTL is always a freight cost savings option.

Can your company provide tarps and tarping over freight?
Yes, as long as you tell us this when scheduling the truck. Tarping will require extra time during loading of the freight.

Can you provide trailers with ramps?
Yes, we can get a tractor-trailer with ramps, you must specify this when booking the trailer.
Please understand that ramps have a maximum weight rating capacity.
Therefore provide accurate freight weight.

I require a Conestoga or Curtain Van trailer, can you provide this type of trailer?
Yes, we can get a Conestoga or Curtain Van trailer, you must specify this when booking the trailer and tell us the exact dimensions of the freight.
Our freight specialist will explain the difference between Curtain Van and Conestoga trailer at booking time.

Does your company provide a Landoll (tiltbed) type of trailer?
Yes we can, however, we must know this well in advance.
These types of trailers are not so common, but are available with advance notice.

Can your company provide heavy duty forklift services?
The driver or we do not provide heavy duty forklift services.

If my equipment is very expensive, are you insured for expensive freight?
Yes, we can always get additional insurance. At trailer booking time our freight consultants always ask for the value of the freight and recommend an appropriate insurance coverage option if needed.

Can your company crate our freight?
The driver or our company does not provide crating services.

Flatbed Trucking Load Securement
Various devices ranging from straps to heavy duty chains are used to secure flatbed loads. To protect freight from chaffing damage by straps: Vee Boards, Strap Guards, Corner Guards, Cargo Guards or corner protectors are used.
At flatbed trailer booking time please notify us that strap protection will be required for the freight.

Removable Goose Neck Trailers – Can your company provide RGNs and more info on RGNs?
RGNs are primarily for wheeled equipment or machinery. Our staff will provide all information regarding the Removable Goose Necks’s weight capacity and loading capabilities.
You must provide accurate weight and dimensions of the machinery or equipment.

Flatbed Trailer Availability

• Conestoga / Curtain
• Double Drops or Low Boy – ie: Fontaine
• Extendable Flatbeds
• Flatbed 48 foot or 53 foot
• RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
• Specialized Trailers / Talbert / Heavy Haul
• Step Deck
• Stretch Double-Drop
• Stretch RGN

Include Complete Shipment Details:

• Dimension Length-Width-Height
• Weight (Total) – Always Round Up Numbers
• Number of Pieces
• Pick-up Time and Date
• Pick-up Address
• Contact Person
• Office and Cell Phone Numbers
• Delivery Address
• Contact Name
• Office and Cell Phone Numbers
• Other Important Information Regarding the Load

Heavy Haul:

Flatbed trucking companies provide heavy haul trailers for heavy equipment or heavy wheeled machinery such as: bulldozers, cranes, crawler tractors and off-road trucks. For instant flatbed trucking spot market rates call 1-800-972-8484.