Flatbed Trailers
Flatbed trailer capacity for machinery, building materials, steel, equipment, and freight that needs open-deck loading. Solutions are matched to dimensions, weight, securement needs, and lane requirements.
Move flatbed, heavy-haul, oversized, and specialized freight with a transportation partner built for complex logistics. Little John Transportation Services combines 30+ years of hands-on experience, vetted carrier capacity, permitting support, real-time tracking, and North American coverage to keep demanding shipments moving safely, compliantly, and on schedule from pickup through final delivery.

Specialized flatbed, heavy-haul, hot shot, and cross-border solutions for complex freight across North America.
Flatbed trailer capacity for machinery, building materials, steel, equipment, and freight that needs open-deck loading. Solutions are matched to dimensions, weight, securement needs, and lane requirements.
Heavy-haul and project cargo support for oversize, overweight, and specialized loads, including planning, permitting, route engineering, escorts, pilot cars, tracking, and specialized trailer capacity.
Full truckload shipping across flatbed, step-deck, dry van, reefer, and specialized equipment, backed by vetted carrier capacity, 24/7 dispatch, tracking, and one accountable contact.
Hot shot freight for urgent smaller loads using Class 3-5 trucks, gooseneck trailers, flat-bed hot shots, direct routing, real-time tracking, and same-day dispatch availability.
Oversize and overweight planning support, including permit coordination, route engineering, escort planning, bridge and clearance review, and documentation for complex flatbed and heavy-haul moves.
U.S.–México cross-border flatbed and heavy-haul shipping supported by bilingual operations, CTPAT-validated processes, customs coordination, bonded cargo handling, and major gateway coverage.

Your shipment starts with a detailed review of commodity, dimensions, weight, loading requirements, deadlines, and compliance needs. The team identifies potential constraints early, including permits, escorts, trailer configuration, cross-border requirements, and documentation.
Trusted by leading enterprise shippers to move complex freight safely and reliably.
Built for complex freight where planning, capacity, communication, and compliance cannot fail.
Three decades moving heavy-haul, hazmat, cross-border, and flatbed freight most carriers avoid.
Access 65,000+ approved carriers and thousands of specialized trailers for demanding freight moves.
FMCSA, HMSP, ISO, CTPAT, FAST, TWIC, and hazmat credentials support regulated shipments.
Real teams answer the phone, track freight, and own outcomes from dispatch to delivery.
Operator-led freight experts focused on complex logistics.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Flatbed trucking is used for freight that cannot be loaded into a standard enclosed trailer because of size, weight, shape, or loading requirements. Common examples include machinery, steel, lumber, building materials, construction equipment, HVAC units, and project cargo. Little John Transportation Services supports flatbed, step-deck, RGN, stretch, lowboy, and specialized trailer options for demanding shipments.
Get direct guidance from a specialized freight team.
Coordinated flatbed and specialized freight coverage across major North American shipping lanes.
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Recognized as North America’s leading specialized carrier.
Ranked globally for cranes and specialized transport.
Recognized for flatbed and heavy-haul excellence.
Tell us what you need moved, where it’s going, and any dimensional, timing, or compliance requirements. Our team will review the shipment, match the right capacity, and respond with a practical next step.
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.
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.