Baltimore, MD Equipment Hauling, Container Delivery & Oversize Load Transport

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Heavy Haul, Flatbed, Step Deck & Hot Shot Trucking in Baltimore, Maryland

It’s essential to partner with a reliable oversize load hauling company when shipping heavy equipment, trucks, or containers to or from Baltimore, MD. As a trusted provider of heavy haul trucking in Baltimore, American Heavy Haul has a proven record of safely moving machinery and freight of all shapes, sizes, and weights. Our focus on insured, safe, and on-time delivery sets us apart from general carriers throughout Maryland.

We offer a complete range of equipment hauling and oversize transport services to and from Baltimore. Our transportation specialists understand flatbed trucking, step deck hauling, and hot shot delivery, giving you a single point of contact for all your heavy haul needs. Whether your shipment requires local movement across the Baltimore metro or long-distance transport nationwide, we have the trucks, drivers, and trailers to get the job done right.

American Heavy Haul provides full equipment, container, and oversize load transport services to and from Baltimore, including:

Oversize Load Transport
Port-to-Port Container Transport
Bulk Freight Hauling
Door-to-Door Equipment Delivery
Commercial Machinery Transport
Load Handling Support

Shipping Container Moving
Equipment Hauling Services
Truck & Trailer Transport
Permit Pulling & Escorts
Pilot Car Assistance
And More Equipment Transport

Every customer matters, and so does your shipment. That’s why we manage the entire process — permitting, pilot cars, routing, scheduling, and site coordination — helping you avoid delays, violations, and downtime. Whether you’re moving port cargo, industrial machinery, construction equipment, agricultural units, or multiple project loads, our B2C and B2B hauling solutions are tailored around your needs. From single shipments to recurring project freight across Baltimore, we deliver dependable heavy hauling.

Simplified Oversize Load Transport Throughout Baltimore, Maryland

At American Heavy Haul, we simplify the heavy haul process by managing every detail on your behalf. Your dedicated Baltimore heavy haul specialist oversees permits, pilot cars, scheduling, routing, and job-site coordination — ensuring safe and compliant delivery from start to finish.

Whether you’re shipping machinery into Baltimore or hauling a container out of Baltimore to another state, we provide transparent, dependable, and fully managed transport services. Your Baltimore specialist will guide you through the process, explain permit requirements, and answer any questions about flatbed trucking, step deck hauling, or hot shot transport.

We specialize in transporting oversize and overweight loads throughout Baltimore and surrounding Maryland regions, including industrial zones, the Port of Baltimore, construction areas, distribution hubs, warehouse districts, and nearby counties. Whether your shipment is local or long-distance, American Heavy Haul provides safe, efficient, and compliant hauling every time. Get your quote now! 419-293-5333

Reliable Baltimore Shipping Container Transport and Delivery

Container transport is in high demand across Baltimore due to its major seaport, strong logistics sector, construction growth, and expanding industrial operations. Whether you need a one-time container haul or recurring container transport for ongoing projects, American Heavy Haul provides reliable and secure container moving services.

For years, Baltimore businesses, homeowners, and industrial operators have trusted us to move loaded and empty containers to and from job sites, marine terminals, rail ramps, storage yards, warehouses, factories, and commercial properties. Our drivers understand the complexities of container transport around Baltimore — including port regulations, narrow city routes, bridge restrictions, industrial access roads, and heavy traffic corridors.

American Heavy Haul offers port-to-door, ramp-to-door, business-to-port, and door-to-door container hauling services throughout Baltimore. We also move containers from Baltimore to destinations nationwide. Each shipment is planned around Maryland DOT size limits, height clearances, weight restrictions, and port entry requirements to ensure safe, on-time delivery. Call now for your free Baltimore container hauling quote! 419-293-5333

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Common Container Types We Move

We safely transport standard, high-cube, refrigerated, and open-top containers across Baltimore for projects of all sizes.

Maryland Oversize Load Regulations

Maryland enforces strict size and weight limits for commercial trucking, especially across Baltimore’s industrial corridors, port routes, and dense urban highways.
Maximum legal width: 8 feet 6 inches
Maximum legal height: 13 feet 6 inches
Maximum legal length:
• Single-unit truck: 40–45 feet
• Combination vehicle (tractor + trailer): 65–75 feet, depending on configuration
Standard gross vehicle weight (GVW): 80,000 pounds
Axle weight limits:
• Single axle: 20,000 lbs
• Tandem axle: 34,000 lbs
• Tridem axle group: 42,000–60,000 lbs depending on spacing
Any load exceeding these values requires a Maryland oversize or overweight permit.
These rules protect the Port of Baltimore, its bridges, tunnels, industrial access roads, and major freight corridors across the state.

A load wider than 8 feet 6 inches requires a Maryland oversize permit.
Loads over 12 feet often require escort vehicles, especially when traveling through Baltimore’s tight industrial areas, port terminals, and bridge-heavy routes.
Loads exceeding 14 feet typically require additional escort and safety measures depending on the route.
Loads wider than 16 feet usually need Maryland State Police escorts and a detailed route survey.
Wide loads must display:
• “OVERSIZE LOAD” banners
• Warning flags
• Amber flashing lights
These requirements help maintain visibility along Baltimore routes such as I-95, I-695, I-895, I-83, US-40, and Broening Hwy, especially near port facilities and tunnels.

Oversize loads must display clear “OVERSIZE LOAD” banners on the front and rear of the transporting vehicle to ensure visibility across Baltimore’s dense industrial, port, and highway corridors.
All four corners of the load must have 18-inch red or orange warning flags — especially important around narrow lanes, bridge approaches, and urban areas with heavy traffic.
Amber beacon or LED flashing lights are often required on both the hauling truck and escort vehicles.
Drivers must carry a valid Maryland oversize permit for the entire duration of the trip.
Escort vehicles must meet Maryland SHA (State Highway Administration) safety standards, including two-way radios, proper hazard lighting, correct signage, and height poles (for tall loads).
Loads must be secured using DOT-approved chains, binders, straps, and tie-down equipment required for Maryland and federal regulations.
Drivers must follow the exact assigned route listed on the permit. Any deviation may lead to citations, escort removal, or mandatory re-routing.
Strict compliance is essential due to Baltimore’s mix of tunnels, bridges, port zones, industrial districts, and congested urban routes.

A Maryland oversize permit is required when total vehicle length exceeds 65–75 feet, depending on vehicle configuration.
Loads longer than 120 feet generally require one or more escort vehicles due to limited turning space, lane width variations, and heavy traffic corridors.
Exceptionally long loads over 140 feet typically need a Maryland State Police escort and a detailed route survey.
Extra-long loads face several challenges around Baltimore, including:
• Tight industrial turns
• Port access routes
• Urban intersections
• Tunnel restrictions
• Bridge elevation and clearance issues
Industrial facilities, marine terminals, and warehouse hubs may require advance notice before accepting long-load deliveries.
Special caution is needed when hauling turbine blades, steel beams, refinery equipment, bridge sections, and other elongated loads.
Major Baltimore highways — including I-95, I-695, I-895, I-83, and US-40 — may have rush-hour or lane-restriction limitations for long loads.
Controlled braking, slow turns, and lane discipline are required for safety.

A Maryland oversize permit is required for loads taller than 13 feet 6 inches.
Loads over 14 feet often require route surveys to check for clearance along bridges, tunnels, wires, and older industrial structures.
Loads above 15–16 feet typically require escort vehicles with height poles for safe clearance management.
Baltimore has multiple height-sensitive corridors, including:
• The Fort McHenry Tunnel (height restrictions apply)
• I-895 Harbor Tunnel
• Rail bridges near Broening Hwy and Holabird Ave
• Older industrial infrastructure in Dundalk and Curtis Bay
Tall loads may need alternate routing to avoid tunnel restrictions and low-clearance port-access routes.
Drivers must maintain controlled speeds to limit sway, especially near elevated curves, bridge approaches, and highway merges.
Improper height measurements can cause costly delays or structural damage.
Proper compliance with Maryland height regulations ensures safe transport across Baltimore.

Oversize loads in Maryland typically operate only from sunrise to sunset.
Night travel is prohibited for most escorted or extreme-dimension loads.
Transport may be suspended during heavy rain, fog, ice, snow, or other unsafe weather conditions common in Maryland.
Oversize travel is restricted on major holidays including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Additional local restrictions apply along Baltimore’s primary corridors — I-95, I-695, I-895, I-83, US-40, and near port terminals.
Extra-wide or escorted loads may require special scheduling due to traffic density.
Violating travel restrictions may result in delays, citations, or permit suspension.

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Baltimore, MD Oversize Load Regulations & City-Specific Restrictions

Restricted Areas in Baltimore

Downtown Baltimore (Pratt St, Lombard St, Light St)
Oversize loads are often restricted during peak hours (7–9 AM & 4–6 PM) due to narrow lanes, high traffic, and pedestrian activity.

Railroad Overpasses and Low-Clearance Points
Key low-clearance or restricted points include:
• Rail bridges near Broening Hwy
• Underpasses near Holabird Ave
• Older industrial structures near Curtis Bay and Dundalk

Preferred Oversize Load Routes

I-695 (Baltimore Beltway)
Main bypass route for avoiding downtown congestion.

I-95
Primary freight corridor for heavy equipment entering and exiting Baltimore.

I-895 (Harbor Tunnel Bypass)
Used when tunnel height restrictions do not apply.

US-40 & Broening Hwy
Frequently used for port terminals, industrial areas, and warehouse districts.

City Permits and Police Escort Requirements

Local Permits
Baltimore City may require local permits for loads entering city streets or restricted commercial zones.

Police Escort
Baltimore Police or Maryland State Police escorts may be required for loads exceeding certain width, height, or lane-use limits.

Safe and On-Time Oversize Load Delivery in Baltimore

American Heavy Haul provides reliable, safe, and fully compliant heavy equipment, container, and oversize load transport throughout Baltimore, MD and surrounding Maryland regions. We haul construction machinery, industrial components, port cargo, agricultural equipment, heavy-duty trucks, and loaded or empty containers with precise planning, route compliance, and on-time coordination.

Every Baltimore oversize, overweight, or container move is carefully routed around port terminals, industrial corridors, bridge restrictions, tunnel limitations, heavy-traffic zones, and Maryland SHA regulations. Many local businesses — including those in marine, manufacturing, logistics, steel, shipping, and energy sectors — rely on timely freight movement. That’s why American Heavy Haul focuses on detailed planning, permit accuracy, and continuous communication. Move your freight with confidence. Call today for your free, no-obligation Baltimore heavy haul quote! 419-293-5333

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Why Choose American Heavy Haul for Equipment, Container & Oversize Load Transport

Choosing American Heavy Haul means choosing a team that understands every aspect of Alabama heavy haul trucking. From the first consultation to final delivery, we coordinate permits, pilot cars, insurance documentation, route surveys, and scheduling — so you can focus on your operations while we manage the complex details.

With over a decade of experience in heavy haul, flatbed, step deck, and hot shot transport, we combine insured carriers, a nationwide trailer network, and 24/7 dispatch support to deliver professional, cost-effective, and compliant logistics solutions.

We take pride in being one of the few heavy haul partners serving Birmingham that offers real-time updates, compliance-focused routing, and nationwide coverage — helping ensure your machinery, containers, and project cargo reach their destinations safely and efficiently.

Transparent Pricing

Clear, competitive pricing with no hidden fees.

Licensed & Insured

Fully licensed, bonded, and insured Alabama heavy haul carriers.

ALDOT-Certified Drivers

ALDOT-compliant drivers familiar with every major Alabama interstate and highway.

10+ Years Expertise

10+ years of proven expertise in oversize, overweight, and specialized freight.

24/7 Dispatch & Tracking

24/7 dispatch and shipment visibility for transparent communication.

Nationwide Fleet Network

Nationwide network of flatbed, step deck, RGN, multi-axle, and extendable trailers.

Pilot Car and Escort Vehicle Services

American Heavy Haul provides certified pilot cars and escort services to guide oversize loads safely through Baltimore and nearby Maryland regions. Escort teams help navigate tunnel restrictions, bridge approaches, port access roads, industrial turns, and high-traffic urban zones.

Need pilot cars? Our experienced Maryland escort partners are available 24/7.

Common Equipment American Heavy Haul Transports

We haul equipment for port operations, industrial manufacturing, construction, agriculture, warehousing, rail yards, and commercial industries across Baltimore and nationwide. Every shipment is secured with proper tie-downs and transported with safety as a priority.

Serving Every Corner of Maryland

From the ports of Baltimore to the industrial corridors of Hagerstown and the agricultural regions near Salisbury — we provide heavy haul, flatbed, and hot shot services statewide, backed by insured drivers and 24/7 logistics support.

Trailer Types Offered by American Heavy Haul

We provide every major trailer type used in the U.S. heavy haul and oversize freight industry. Each trailer is selected based on your load dimensions, weight, route, and safety requirements.

Flatbed Trailers

Open-deck trailers designed for a wide mix of industrial freight including machinery, pallets, steel, pipe, and building materials.

Standard deck length: 48–53 ft
Typical capacity: up to ~48,000–50,000 lbs
No sides or roof for easy crane and side loading
Supports chains, binders, straps, and full tarping
Ideal for long, wide, or odd-shaped freight
Strong nationwide availability for fast dispatch

Best for: palletized loads, lumber, steel, machinery.

Step Deck Trailers

Trailers with a lower main deck behind the step that provide extra height clearance for taller machines and equipment.

Overall length: 48–53 ft common
Lower deck height: ~36–42 inches
Upper deck for pallets and smaller items
Allows taller freight without special permits in many cases
Safer for top-heavy or tall equipment than standard flatbeds
Compatible with ramps and dock loading in many yards

Best for: tractors, loaders, farm and construction gear.

Double Drop Deck

Specialized trailers with a deep center “well” that rides very low to move extremely tall freight within legal or permitted height limits.

Center well length: often 25–30 ft
Well deck height: around 18–24 inches
Front and rear decks raised for axle clearance
Ideal for freight that cannot be disassembled
Helps reduce bridge and overhead clearance issues
Common in heavy industrial and project cargo moves

Best for: tall tanks, press frames, industrial modules.

RGN – Removable Gooseneck

Trailers with a detachable front neck so the deck can drop to the ground and form a ramp for loading heavy, self-driven equipment.

Front neck detaches for drive-on loading
Well lengths commonly 20–30 ft or longer
Available in 2–13 axle configurations
Handles very heavy, compact equipment
Low deck height to manage overall load height
Highly flexible for construction and mining machinery

Best for: dozers, cranes, scrapers, heavy wheeled units.

Lowboy Trailers

Heavy-duty low-deck trailers built to move tall and heavy construction or industrial machinery while managing clearance restrictions.

Very low deck height compared to flatbeds
Commonly rated for 40,000–80,000+ lbs, depending on axles
Multiple axle configurations for heavy freight
Supports crawlers, tracked units, and large wheeled machines
Often used with outriggers for wider equipment
Engineered to handle rough job-site conditions

Best for: excavators, dozers, large job-site equipment.

Landoll Trailers

Hydraulic sliding-axle trailers that tilt the deck to the ground for fast loading when docks, ramps, or forklifts are limited.

Deck can tilt and slide to ground level
Ideal for roll-on/roll-off loading
Often 48–53 ft in length
Handles mixed fleets, trucks, and equipment
Reduces need for separate ramps or loading docks
Great for recovery, relocation, and remarketing loads

Best for: trucks, buses, mixed small equipment fleets.

Extendable Flatbed

Telescoping flatbed trailers that stretch beyond standard length to legally move very long loads while controlling overhang.

Closed length often 48–53 ft
Extended length can exceed 70+ ft
Adjustable to match exact freight length
Helps comply with bridge and overhang rules
Designed for long, uniform freight pieces
Still offers open-deck loading flexibility

Best for: long beams, blades, pipes, structural steel.

Conestoga Curtain-Side

Flatbed-style trailers equipped with a rolling curtain system to protect freight from weather while keeping side-loading access.

Sliding curtain acts like a moving “van” wall
Deck size similar to standard flatbeds
Full weather protection without losing side access
Excellent for finished or painted products
Helps reduce risk of tarp damage and delays
Supports both forklift and crane loading

Best for: finished machinery, painted parts, sensitive freight.

Extendable RGN

Removable gooseneck trailers with stretchable wells that combine low deck height with extended length for unique industrial freight.

Closed well similar to standard RGN lengths
Extended well for long plant or process components
Maintains drive-on loading through detachable neck
Ideal for tall and long equipment combined
Helps reduce need for multiple separate shipments
Requires careful planning and experienced operators

Best for: long presses, plant components, specialized machinery.

Multi-Axle Heavy Haul

Engineered multi-axle trailers using jeeps, boosters, and dollies to spread extreme weight across more axles and protect infrastructure.

Custom 5–13+ axle configurations
Supports superload weights far above standard limits
Often requires route surveys and special permits
Configurable for bridge and road limitations
Used for large industrial, energy, and infrastructure cargo
Operated by highly experienced heavy haul carriers

Best for: superloads, extreme weight, and specialized projects.

Dry Van Trailers

Enclosed box trailers that keep freight protected from weather, theft, and road debris during transport.

Typical length: 48–53 ft
Fully enclosed with lockable doors
Ideal for boxed, crated, and palletized products
Multiple E-track or logistics post options inside
High cube options for extra volume capacity
Common in retail, manufacturing, and distribution freight

Best for: packaged goods, pallets, non-hazardous freight.

Hot Shot / Gooseneck

Smaller, pickup-pulled trailers for lighter freight and urgent deliveries that need to move quickly across regional or short-haul lanes.

Common deck lengths: 30–40+ ft
Lower GVW than full-size semi-trailers
Great for partials and less-than-truckload freight
Can access tighter locations than standard trucks
Frequently used for last-minute or rush projects
Flexible option for small machines and equipment

Best for: light machinery, partials, urgent freight.

Power Only Trucking

Tractor and driver services where American Heavy Haul hooks to your pre-loaded or customer-owned trailer and moves it to the next destination.

Supports dry vans, flatbeds, tankers, and specialty trailers
Ideal when you own the trailer but need a carrier
Available for regional or long-haul moves
Flexible scheduling for live loads or drop-and-hook
Reduces need to maintain your own driver pool
Helps reposition empty or loaded trailers efficiently

Best for: customer-owned trailers, mobile offices, specialized units.

Pilot Cars & Escort Vehicles

Lead and chase vehicles that support oversize shipments with traffic control, height checks, and on-the-road safety communication.

Front and rear escorts for wide or long loads
Height-pole cars to check bridges and overheads
Two-way radios for constant contact with drivers
Required by many states for large oversize moves
Helps manage lane changes, turns, and merges
Improves overall safety for the public and the load

Best for: oversize loads requiring route protection and escorts.

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