Flatbed Trucking Companies — Top Rated Providers

When flatbed freight demands more than a basic carrier list, Little John Transportation Services brings 30+ years of specialized execution, 65,000+ vetted carriers, and 24/7 dispatch support. From machinery and building products to oversized project cargo, our teams match your load with the right equipment, compliance plan, and tracking visibility across North America from pickup through delivery.

Flatbed truck hauling secured industrial machinery

Our Flatbed Trucking Services

Flexible flatbed capacity for standard, urgent, oversized, cross-border, and specialized freight across North America’s toughest shipping lanes.

Flatbed FTL

Move dedicated flatbed or step-deck freight across domestic, regional, long-haul, and cross-border lanes with 24/7 dispatch, tracking, carrier vetting, and a single accountable point of contact.

Heavy-Haul Cargo

Coordinate oversize, overweight, and superload cargo with specialized trailers, permitting, route engineering, escorts, pilot cars, HVTT supplemental coverage, and project-level support from planning through delivery.

Flatbed LTL

Ship smaller open-deck freight without paying for unused full truckload capacity. LTL flatbed options provide centralized pricing, carrier choice, track-and-trace tools, and U.S.–Canada coverage.

Expedited Flatbed

Protect time-critical freight with expedited flatbeds, step-decks, direct routing, team-driver service, control tower monitoring, and under 60-minute response for urgent project cargo.

Hot Shot

Move urgent smaller loads using Class 3-5 trucks, 40-foot goosenecks, tilt-deck trailers, and direct-haul priority for construction, oilfield, AOG, and machinery moves.

Cross-Border Flatbed

Navigate U.S.–México flatbed freight with bilingual teams, CTPAT-validated processes, customs coordination, transloading, bonded cargo handling, and access to key border gateways.

Coordinator planning a flatbed freight shipment

Our Flatbed Freight Planning Process

Review Load Requirements and Timing

Your team shares origin, destination, dimensions, weight, commodity details, loading method, timing, and any special requirements. Little John Transportation Services reviews the load profile to identify equipment, securement, route, and compliance needs before capacity is assigned.

Match Equipment and Carrier Capacity

Plan Permits Routes and Compliance

Dispatch Track and Communicate

Confirm Delivery and Closeout

Trusted By Enterprises

Customer Trust

Leading technology, automotive, energy, and industrial brands rely on Little John for complex freight execution every day.

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

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The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Built for shippers who need flatbed capacity, accountability, and specialized freight expertise.

Experience

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

Capacity

Access 65,000+ vetted carriers and specialized trailers positioned across North American freight lanes.

Compliance

FMCSA, ISO, CTPAT, HMSP, Hazmat, AA&E, and TPS credentials support complex freight compliance.

Communication

Real teams provide 24/7 dispatch, bilingual support, and proactive tracking from pickup to delivery.

Meet The Flatbed Team

Experienced freight specialists who answer, plan, and execute.

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 makes a flatbed trucking company top rated?

Top-rated providers combine safe equipment, experienced dispatch, compliance depth, and reliable communication. For flatbed freight, that also means proper securement knowledge, access to step-decks or specialized trailers, permitting support when dimensions exceed legal limits, and tracking visibility from pickup to delivery. Little John Transportation Services adds 30+ years of specialized freight experience and a large vetted carrier network.

What types of freight are best for flatbed trucking?

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North American Coverage

Flatbed and specialized freight coverage across North America, supported by strategically placed operations teams.

Do We Cover Your Route?

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Ranked & Certified

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award logo

ACT Transport 50

Recognized leader among North American specialized carriers.

IC Cranes specialized transport award logo

IC Cranes Top 5

Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy award logo

TT Top 100

Ranked first for flatbed and heavy transport.

Move Your Flatbed Freight With Confidence

Share your lane, dimensions, timing, and compliance requirements. 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.