Heavy Equipment Transport Services — Boston, MA

Move oversized machinery, construction equipment, power-generation components, and complex project cargo with a team built for freight most carriers refuse. For Boston-area shippers navigating tight urban access, port corridors, New England weather, and strict oversize permitting requirements, Little John Transportation Services brings heavy-haul planning, specialized trailers, real tracking, and safety-driven execution from pickup to delivery.

Heavy equipment loaded on specialized trailer in Boston

Our Heavy Equipment Transport Services

Specialized trailer capacity, permitting, routing, tracking, and cross-border support for demanding heavy equipment moves.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Oversize, overweight, and superload freight support with route engineering, escorts, permitting, tracking, and specialized trailers for machinery, energy, industrial, defense, and project cargo.

Permit Planning

Planning and coordination for oversize and overweight permits, engineered routes, travel restrictions, escorts, pilot cars, and documentation across complex state and regional requirements.

Flatbed Trailers

Flatbed capacity for heavy machinery, construction materials, industrial equipment, and freight that requires open-deck loading, securement expertise, and dependable long-haul coordination.

Truckload Transport

Full truckload options across flatbed, step-deck, specialized, reefer, and project equipment, backed by vetted carriers, 24/7 dispatch, and a single point of contact.

Hot Shot Freight

Fast direct-haul service for urgent project parts, smaller machinery, construction needs, and time-sensitive equipment using goosenecks, hot-shot trailers, and real-time tracking.

Cross-Border Moves

Cross-border heavy equipment transport for U.S., Canada, and México lanes, supported by customs coordination, bilingual teams, security programs, and specialized trailer capacity.

Heavy equipment transport planning and route coordination

Our Heavy Equipment Transport Process

Assess Equipment and Route Requirements

We gather dimensions, weight, pickup details, delivery constraints, loading method, and timing. For Boston-area moves, we also consider urban access, port activity, bridge clearances, and construction-season congestion before recommending equipment.

Match the Right Trailer

Coordinate Permits and Escorts

Dispatch and Monitor the Move

Deliver and Confirm Completion

Trusted By Industry

Client Results

Trusted by global manufacturers, technology leaders, energy teams, and industrial shippers moving critical freight.

"Alisha. WPE. Great service, nice working with you, all the time."

Jorge Otero

"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?

Heavy equipment transport requires planning, specialized capacity, and people who own every detail.

Experience

30+ years moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and project freight most carriers avoid.

Local Insight

Planning considers Boston routes, port access, permits, bridge clearances, and New England weather.

Capacity

65,000+ audited carriers and thousands of specialized trailers keep complex freight moving.

Communication

Real teams provide 24/7 tracking and direct communication through dense Boston delivery windows.

Meet The Heavy-Haul Team

Experienced freight operators supporting complex equipment 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

How much does it cost to transport heavy equipment?

Heavy equipment transport pricing is based on the machine’s dimensions, weight, trailer type, route, permits, escort requirements, distance, and delivery timing. Oversize loads moving through dense areas like Boston may require route engineering, restricted travel windows, or pilot cars. Little John Transportation Services reviews those details before quoting so the price reflects the real operational requirements.

What type of trailer is needed for heavy equipment transport?

Do I need permits to ship oversized equipment?

Can heavy equipment shipments be tracked in transit?

How long does heavy equipment transport take?

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Can you handle urgent or same-day equipment moves?

Still Planning Your Equipment Move?

Get clear answers before your equipment move begins.

Heavy-Haul Service Areas

Heavy equipment transport support across Boston, the United States, México, Canada, and major freight corridors.

North America

Service Area

24/7 Tracking

Availability

65,000+ Carriers

Carrier Network

Do We Service Your Lane?

Ask our team about pickup, delivery, and routing options.

Ranked & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 ranking badge

ACT Transport 50

Recognized North America specialized transport leadership.

IC Cranes specialized transport ranking badge

IC Cranes Top 5

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy ranking badge

TT Top 100

Leading flatbed and heavy-haul carrier recognition.

Request Heavy Equipment Transport

Share your equipment dimensions, weight, pickup location, delivery point, and timing needs. Our team will review trailer options, routing, permits, escorts, and tracking requirements before providing a practical transport plan.

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.