Cross Country Heavy Haul & Oversize Freight Services

Move oversized, overweight, and mission-critical freight across the U.S., México, and Canada with Little John Transportation Services. Backed by 30+ years of specialized logistics experience, 2,700+ heavy-haul trailers, route engineering, permitting, escorts, and real-time tracking, our team helps complex cargo arrive safely, compliantly, and on schedule.

Oversize heavy haul truck moving industrial equipment

Our Heavy Haul & Oversize Services

Specialized capacity, permitting, routing, and tracking for cross country heavy haul and oversize freight.

Heavy Haul

Specialized transportation for oversize, overweight, and superload cargo using flatbed, step-deck, RGN, lowboy, stretch, multi-axle, and custom trailer capacity.

Permits & Routing

Permit coordination and engineered routing for complex loads, including jurisdictional requirements, escort planning, bridge considerations, travel restrictions, and compliance documentation.

Flatbed Trailers

Flatbed and open-deck capacity for machinery, building systems, industrial freight, construction materials, and cargo requiring crane or side loading.

Project Cargo

End-to-end logistics for plant relocations, refinery moves, power generation equipment, wind-energy components, data infrastructure, and large industrial projects.

Cross-Border Haul

Heavy-haul and oversize freight support across U.S.–México lanes, backed by bilingual operations, customs coordination, and Laredo transloading capabilities.

Hot Shot Freight

Time-critical movement for urgent project parts, AOG support, construction needs, and smaller specialized loads requiring direct routing and rapid dispatch.

Heavy haul team planning an oversize freight route

Our Heavy Haul Process

Cargo Review And Requirements

Your account team reviews cargo dimensions, weight, drawings, pickup access, delivery constraints, and timing. From machinery to energy components, we identify the right equipment, documentation, and handling needs before routing begins.

Specialized Equipment Matching

Permitting And Route Engineering

Dispatch And In-Transit Control

Delivery And Documentation

Trusted By Leaders

Customer Success

Trusted by major enterprises moving complex freight across industrial, technology, energy, and manufacturing sectors.

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The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

The specialized freight partner built for cargo that demands more planning, control, and accountability.

Experience

Three decades moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight most carriers refuse.

Capacity

Access 65,000+ vetted carriers and 2,700+ specialized trailers across North America.

Compliance

Permits, route engineering, escorts, and documentation are managed with safety-first discipline.

Communication

Real teams answer the phone, track loads, and own outcomes from pickup to delivery.

Meet The Freight Team

Experienced operators supporting complex freight across North America.

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

What is heavy haul freight?

Heavy haul freight refers to cargo that exceeds standard legal size or weight limits and requires specialized trailers, permits, routing, and handling. Common examples include industrial machinery, transformers, construction equipment, wind-energy components, refinery equipment, and data infrastructure. Little John Transportation Services supports heavy haul with step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, stretch trailers, route engineering, escorts, and end-to-end coordination.

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Need Help Planning A Load?

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North America Coverage

Serving complex freight lanes across North America with teams positioned near major logistics hubs.

3 Countries

Coverage

65,000+ Carriers

Network

24/7 Tracking

Support

Do We Service Your Lane?

Share your lane and cargo details for routing support.

Ranked & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 ranking badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized leader in North American specialized transport.

IC Cranes and Specialized Transport ranking badge

IC Transport Top 5

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 Flatbed Heavy ranking badge

TT Top 100

Top-ranked flatbed and heavy-haul carrier recognition.

Ready To Move Complex Freight?

Tell us your dimensions, weight, pickup point, destination, and timeline. Our team will review equipment, permits, routing, escorts, and compliance 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.