Flatbed Trucking Services in Arizona

Move machinery, steel, building materials, and project cargo across Arizona with flatbed capacity built for demanding freight. Little John Transportation Services combines 30+ years of specialized trucking experience, 24/7 dispatch and tracking, vetted carrier capacity, and hands-on coordination for routes shaped by desert heat, long highway corridors, and tight delivery windows.

Flatbed truck hauling industrial freight in Arizona

Our Flatbed Trucking Services

Open-deck capacity for legal, oversized, expedited, and cross-border freight backed by experienced coordination.

Flatbed Truckload

Dedicated full truckload flatbed and step-deck capacity for shippers moving machinery, materials, equipment, and other open-deck freight across regional, long-haul, and cross-border lanes.

Flatbed LTL

Cost-effective less-than-truckload flatbed options for freight that does not require a full trailer, with multiple carrier choices, track and trace tools, and centralized booking support.

Heavy-Haul Freight

Specialized flatbed, step-deck, RGN, lowboy, stretch, and multi-axle capacity for oversized, overweight, and complex project cargo requiring experienced coordination.

Oversize Permitting

Route engineering, permit coordination, escorts, pilot cars, and planning support for freight that exceeds standard legal size or weight requirements.

Expedited Flatbed

Fast-response expedited flatbed and step-deck options for urgent freight, including direct routing, 24/7 dispatch, real-time tracking, and team-driver support when needed.

Cross-Border Flatbed

Flatbed-capable U.S.–México cross-border support with bilingual operations, customs coordination, transloading options, heavy-haul capabilities, and established gateway coverage.

Flatbed truck being inspected before freight pickup

Our Flatbed Freight Process

Review Freight Requirements

We review commodity details, dimensions, weight, loading method, delivery timing, and any Arizona route considerations such as heat exposure, construction access, or long desert corridors before recommending the right flatbed solution.

Match Equipment and Capacity

Plan Permits and Routing

Dispatch and Track Freight

Confirm Delivery Completion

Trusted By Industry

Freight Success Stories

Trusted by enterprise shippers moving complex freight across North America’s toughest lanes.

"Alisha. WPE. Excelente servicio, un placer trabajar con ustedes, siempre."

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The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Specialized flatbed freight demands capacity, compliance, communication, and accountability.

Proven Experience

30+ years moving flatbed, heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight most carriers avoid.

Deep Capacity

Arizona lanes are supported by 65,000+ approved carriers and 24/7 tracking coverage.

Compliance First

FMCSA, ISO, CTPAT, Hazmat, and safety credentials support regulated and high-stakes freight.

Human Support

Real people coordinate desert routes, permits, timing, and exceptions without automated handoffs.

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 be moved by flatbed truck?

Flatbed trucking is best for freight that cannot be loaded into a standard dry van, including machinery, steel, lumber, construction materials, oversized equipment, tanks, crates, and project cargo. Little John Transportation Services matches loads to flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, stretch trailers, lowboys, and specialty platforms based on dimensions, weight, securement needs, and route requirements.

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Flatbed Service Areas

Flatbed freight support across Arizona, North America, and major U.S.–México trade corridors.

U.S., México & Canada

Coverage

65,000+ Approved

Carrier Network

24/7 Tracking

Availability

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Ranked & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 recognition badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized North American specialized transport leader.

IC Cranes and Specialized Transport recognition badge

IC Transport Ranking

Global ranking for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy recognition badge

TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy-haul industry recognition.

Ready to Move Your Flatbed Freight?

Share your dimensions, weight, pickup details, delivery requirements, and timeline. Our team will review the lane, match the right flatbed capacity, and coordinate the next steps with clear communication.

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.