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Freight that doesn’t fit the usual box.

Open-deck, oversized and high-value transportation, with the right equipment, permits and route planning for each load.

Specialized Transportation

Specialized freight needs more planning than a standard load. We match the trailer to your cargo, arrange oversize permits and escorts when required, and plan the route around bridge heights, weight limits and travel restrictions.

From building materials to industrial equipment, your load is secured by experienced drivers who handle open-deck freight every day.

Equipment for every kind of load

Tell us your dimensions and weight and we’ll match the trailer.

Flatbed

Open deck for lumber, steel, building materials and palletized freight loaded from the side or top.

Deck
48 – 53 ft
Best for
Steel, lumber

Step deck

A lower main deck for taller loads that would be over height on a standard flatbed.

Deck
48 – 53 ft
Best for
Machinery

RGN / lowboy

Removable gooseneck for heavy equipment that drives or is loaded onto the deck.

Deck
Low, drive-on
Best for
Heavy equipment

Conestoga

Flatbed with a rolling tarp system, protecting cargo from weather while keeping side loading.

Deck
48 – 53 ft
Best for
Weather-sensitive

Why shippers choose LT Group

Safety on every load

Trained, professional drivers and maintained equipment on every trip.

Updates at every stage

Status updates from pickup to delivery, and one team to call when plans change.

One point of contact

A coordinator who knows your lanes, docks and delivery windows.

Specialized Transportation questions

Loads that exceed legal width, height, length or weight limits need permits. Limits vary by province and state, so share your dimensions and we’ll confirm.

Yes. We handle the permits and escort vehicles your route requires as part of planning the move.

Drivers secure loads with straps, chains, edge protection and tarps to meet cargo securement regulations.

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Ready to move your freight?

Tell us your lanes and freight. Our team replies with a tailored quote, usually within one business day.