Trusted Flatbed Trucking Services, Alabama

Move open-deck freight across Alabama with flatbed trucking built for heavy machinery, steel, building materials, energy components, and time-sensitive project cargo. Little John Transportation Services pairs human-first coordination with vetted capacity, 24/7 tracking, and compliance-ready execution, helping shippers navigate busy I-65 and Gulf Coast lanes without missed appointments, equipment mismatches, or avoidable delays from pickup to final delivery.

Flatbed truck hauling steel in Alabama

Our Flatbed Trucking Services

Open-deck capacity for standard flatbeds, heavy-haul, expedited, LTL, and oversized freight across Alabama lanes and beyond.

Full Truckload Flatbed

Dedicated full truckload flatbed capacity for large or high-volume shipments requiring direct routing, open-deck loading, securement planning, and a single point of contact from pickup to delivery.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Specialized heavy-haul support for oversize machinery, energy components, construction equipment, and project cargo using step-deck, RGN, lowboy, stretch, multi-axle, and other specialized trailer options.

Flatbed Trailers

Access flatbed trailer capacity for steel, lumber, equipment, building products, and irregular freight that must be crane-loaded, side-loaded, or secured on an open deck.

Oversize Permitting

Permitting and route support for oversize and overweight freight, including route engineering, escorts, pilot cars, and coordination designed to keep complex open-deck moves compliant.

Hot Shot Flatbed

Fast-response flatbed and gooseneck options for urgent parts, construction needs, AOG support, and smaller time-critical loads that require direct routing and same-day dispatch capability.

LTL Flatbed

Less-than-truckload flatbed service for partial open-deck shipments, with carrier options selected by price, transit, preference, and shipment requirements across U.S. and Canada lanes.

Coordinator planning flatbed freight route

Our Flatbed Freight Coordination Process

Review Load Details and Requirements

Start with the freight details: dimensions, weight, commodity, pickup constraints, delivery window, and any Alabama site requirements. This helps confirm whether standard flatbed, step-deck, RGN, hot shot, or specialized trailer capacity is the right fit.

Match the Right Equipment

Coordinate Permits and Routing

Dispatch and Track the Load

Confirm Delivery and Documentation

Trusted By Industry

Proven Freight Results

Trusted by enterprise shippers moving complex freight with reliable communication, compliance, and specialized capacity.

"El agente Landstar XKN en Little John's es excelente. Guillermo y Alam en XKN son muy profesionales, siempre me tratan con dignidad y respeto. Son bilingües español/inglés. Su operación de despacho está entre las mejores de Landstar. Hacen que el transporte vuelva a ser grandioso."

Gustavo Gonzalez
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Choose a flatbed partner built for complex freight, compliance, and accountability.

Deep Experience

Three decades moving complex flatbed, heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight others avoid.

Lane Knowledge

Flatbed support for Alabama industrial lanes, Gulf Coast freight, and regional project cargo.

Vetted Capacity

Carriers are vetted nightly against legal, insurance, identity, and performance standards.

Human Support

Real dispatch teams provide tracking and responsive updates for time-sensitive Alabama shipments.

Meet The Freight Team

Experienced freight specialists coordinating complex flatbed moves.

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 types of freight can flatbed trucks haul in Alabama?

Flatbed trucks commonly move freight that is too large, heavy, or irregular for enclosed trailers. In Alabama, that often includes steel, lumber, construction materials, industrial machinery, HVAC systems, energy components, and project cargo. Little John Transportation Services can match your load with standard flatbeds, step-decks, hot-shot platforms, or specialized trailers based on dimensions, weight, securement needs, and delivery timing.

How do I know if my shipment needs a flatbed, step-deck, or RGN?

Can you handle oversized or overweight flatbed loads?

Do you provide flatbed trucking for urgent or same-day shipments?

Do you offer LTL flatbed service?

Are permits and escorts included with flatbed trucking?

How is my flatbed shipment tracked during transit?

What information is needed to request a flatbed quote?

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Service Areas Covered

Flatbed capacity for Alabama shippers backed by North American coverage, strategic hubs, and 24/7 coordination.

U.S., Canada & México

Service Area

65,000+ Approved

Carrier Network

24/7 Dispatch

Availability

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Ranked & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award badge

#1 ACT Transport 50

Recognized North America leader for sixteen consecutive years.

IC Cranes global ranking badge

#5 IC Global Ranking

Global specialized transport ranking for heavy cargo expertise.

TT Top 100 Flatbed Heavy badge

#1 TT Flatbed/Heavy

Top flatbed and heavy-haul carrier recognition.

Request Flatbed Capacity Today

Share your load details, equipment needs, dimensions, timing, and lane information. A real transportation specialist will review your freight and help coordinate the right flatbed solution.

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.