Expert CNC Machine Transport & Heavy Haulers

Move CNC machines, industrial equipment, and oversize freight with confidence through Little John Transportation Services. Our heavy-haul teams coordinate the right trailers, permits, routing, escorts, tracking, and compliance documentation for demanding machinery moves across the United States, México, and Canada—backed by 30+ years of specialized freight experience and a 99.9% claim-free delivery rate.

CNC machine being transported on a heavy haul trailer

Our CNC Machine Transport Services

End-to-end CNC machine transport solutions for oversize, overweight, time-critical, and cross-border industrial equipment moves.

Heavy Haul

Specialized transport for oversize, overweight, and high-value industrial machinery using engineered planning, specialized trailers, permitting, route coordination, escorts, tracking, and single-point communication.

Specialized Trailers

Move CNC machines and plant equipment on flatbed, step-deck, RGN, lowboy, stretch, multi-axle, double-drop, or custom trailer configurations matched to your load.

Permit Routing

Permitting and route planning support for oversize machinery, including clearance reviews, state permit coordination, escort planning, and engineered routing for complex lanes.

Full Truckload

Full truckload options for dedicated machinery moves, backed by vetted carrier capacity, 24/7 dispatch and tracking, document verification, and claims support.

Expedited Moves

Time-critical CNC machinery and project part transport using team drivers, direct routing, staged equipment, hot-shot trailers, and 24/7 dispatch response.

Cross-Border Haul

U.S., México, and Canada cross-border heavy-haul support with bilingual operations, customs coordination, bonded cargo handling, and specialized capacity for machinery shipments.

Heavy haul team loading industrial CNC machinery

Our CNC Transport Process

Review Machine Specifications

We collect machine dimensions, weight, value, pickup conditions, delivery constraints, timing, and any rigging needs. This allows the team to identify trailer requirements, permitting risk, securement considerations, and the best path for safe movement.

Select Specialized Equipment

Coordinate Permits and Routing

Dispatch and Track Transit

Deliver and Document

Trusted By Industry

Success Stories

Trusted by global manufacturers, data infrastructure leaders, energy companies, and heavy industry teams.

"Sin duda, Jacob Goodwin ha sido uno de los agentes de Landstar más profesionales y directos con los que he tratado hasta hoy. Es muy comprensivo y honesto, y hace todo lo posible para que la tarifa sea justa. Gracias por hacer un gran trabajo, sigan así."

Jerome Washington
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Choose a specialized freight partner built for complex, high-stakes machinery moves.

Experience

Over 30 years moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight most carriers refuse.

Capacity

Access 2,700+ specialized trailers for CNC machinery, oversize equipment, and project cargo.

Compliance

Permits, route engineering, escorts, tracking, and documentation are coordinated through accountable teams.

Coverage

Strategic North American hubs support U.S., México, and Canada machinery lanes with bilingual coordination.

Meet The Transport Team

Experienced heavy-haul specialists managing complex machinery transport.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to ship a CNC machine?

The cost to ship a CNC machine depends on weight, dimensions, origin and destination, equipment type, permits, escorts, loading requirements, insurance needs, and delivery timing. Oversize or overweight moves usually require route engineering and state permits. Little John Transportation Services builds each quote around the exact machine specifications and move plan so pricing reflects the real operational requirements.

What type of trailer is needed for CNC machine transport?

Do CNC machine shipments require oversize permits?

How should I prepare a CNC machine for shipping?

How does the CNC machine transport process work?

Can CNC machines be shipped on an expedited timeline?

Will my CNC machine shipment be tracked during transit?

Can you transport CNC machines across borders?

Still Have CNC Transport Questions?

Get direct answers from a specialized transport coordinator.

Service Areas Covered

Specialized CNC machine transport available across North America through key freight hubs and regional branches.

Need Heavy Haul Coverage?

Share your pickup and delivery points for lane support.

Ranked & Recognized

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 recognition badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized North America specialized transport leader.

IC Cranes specialized transport recognition badge

IC Cranes Ranking

Global heavy transport and crane ranking.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy recognition badge

TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy-haul industry recognition.

Request a CNC Transport Quote

Tell us about your CNC machine dimensions, weight, pickup, destination, and timing. Our team will review routing, equipment, permits, and delivery requirements.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.