Heavy Haul & Oversize Trucking in Tennessee

Move oversize machinery, superloads, and specialized project cargo across Tennessee with hands-on heavy-haul support from Little John Transportation Services. From Memphis logistics corridors to industrial sites statewide, our team coordinates equipment, permitting, routing, escorts, and tracking for complex freight that demands more than standard trucking can provide.

Oversize heavy-haul truck transporting industrial machinery

Our Heavy Haul & Oversize Services

Specialized heavy-haul capacity, permitting, routing, and project cargo support for demanding Tennessee freight.

Project Cargo

Specialized capacity for oversize, overweight, and superload freight serving energy, defense, data infrastructure, industrial machinery, wind power, mining, construction, and plant relocation projects.

Permit Routing

End-to-end support for oversize and overweight permitting, route engineering, bridge clearances, restrictions, escorts, and safe movement planning across state and regional corridors.

Flatbed Trailers

Flatbed, step-deck, and specialty open-deck trailer options for machinery, structural components, building systems, and industrial freight requiring flexible loading and securement.

RGN Lowboy

RGN, lowboy, double-drop, and multi-axle trailer capacity for tall, heavy, or difficult-to-load equipment that demands lower deck height and engineered support.

Superload Transport

Coordinated movement of superloads using specialized trailers, escorts, route planning, permit management, tracking, and experienced teams for freight beyond routine oversize limits.

Hot Shot

Fast-response hot shot and expedited specialized capacity for urgent project parts, construction needs, AOG support, power-generation components, and same-day machinery moves.

Heavy-haul team planning an oversize route

Our Heavy-Haul Planning Process

Shipment Review And Load Assessment

We collect dimensions, weight, pickup requirements, delivery constraints, timelines, and commodity details. For Tennessee moves, we also review access near Memphis-area yards, industrial sites, and key interstate corridors before matching the right team.

Specialized Trailer Selection

Permitting And Route Engineering

Escort And Dispatch Coordination

Tracking Through Final Delivery

Proven Performance

Freight Success Stories

Trusted by major industrial, technology, energy, automotive, and infrastructure companies for complex 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?

Work with a specialized freight team built for high-stakes, complex transportation.

Experience

Over 30 years moving heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight most carriers refuse.

Capacity

Tennessee shippers access 2,700+ specialized trailers for machinery, superloads, and project cargo.

Compliance

Permitting, route engineering, escorts, and audit-ready paperwork are built into the plan.

Support

Memphis-area support connects Tennessee freight to national corridors with real human communication.

Meet The Tennessee Team

Experienced operators behind every specialized freight move.

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 qualifies as heavy-haul or oversize freight?

Heavy-haul trucking is used for freight that exceeds standard legal size or weight limits, such as industrial machinery, construction equipment, transformers, wind components, refinery modules, and data infrastructure. These shipments often require specialized trailers, permits, engineered routes, escorts, and detailed coordination before dispatch to ensure safe, compliant movement.

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Still Have Heavy-Haul Questions?

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Heavy-Haul Service Areas

Serving Tennessee shippers through Memphis and North American heavy-haul corridors.

North America

Service Area

65,000+ Carriers

Network Reach

99.9% Claim-Free

Delivery Record

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Ranked & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award recognition

ACT Transport 50

Recognized specialized transport leadership across North America.

IC Cranes and Specialized Transport ranking

IC Specialized Transport

Global ranking for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 flatbed heavy award

TT Top 100

Top flatbed and heavy-haul industry recognition.

Plan Your Oversize Move With Confidence

Share your dimensions, weight, origin, destination, and timing. Our team will review equipment needs, permitting, routing, and capacity options.

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.