Flatbed Trucking Virginia Beach VA

Will your business require a 48 or 53 flatbed trailer in Virginia Beach, VA for freight shipping anywhere in the continental US and into Canada?

Do you need a quick freight quote for your flatbed commodity?

The flatbed trucking consultants at Great Western Transportation are here for you.

Diverse businesses located in Virginia Beach, VA require flatbed shipping services that are competitive in pricing and provide on time deliveries and pick ups.

Several of the major companies and businesses situated in the Virginia Beach, VA vicinity are:

Flatbed Trailer Hauling FAQ

Our company does not need the whole flatbed trailer, can I pay for only a portion of it?
Yes, using only a portion of a flatbed is possible, and less expensive. This is also referred to as LTL, which means less-than-truckload. Our freight consultants will immediately tell you if this is an option for your freight.

Flatbed LTL is always a freight cost savings option.

Do you ship outside of the United States?
We ship to all 48 continental US states and freight originating in the US and delivering to Canada. Plus, we will gladly ship to ports, where material may be transferred to another mode of transportation and further shipped to global locations.

How big a shipment can we fit on a double-drop deck trailer?
The following are general measurements of the deck dimensions and capacity of a double drop deck trailer, and may vary slightly.
The lower deck is usually 24 inches high and 29 feet, 6 inches long. Therefore the maximum height allowable on this type of trailer is 11 feet, 6 inches. The upper front deck is 5 feet high and 10 feet long. The upper back deck is 40 inches high and 8 feet, 6 inches long.

What are multi-axle trailers?
These high weight capacity trailers are for overweight loads or freight. These trailers are available in many combinations of axles, decks, and capacities. Our heavy haul consultant will immediately know what kind of trailer and axle configuration your load will require.

I require a Conestoga or Curtain Van trailer, can you provide this type of trailer?
Yes, we can get a Conestoga or Curtain Van trailer, you must tell us this when booking the trailer and tell us the exact length, width and height of the freight.

Our freight specialist will explain the difference between Curtain Van and Conestoga trailer at booking time.

Removable Goose Neck Trailers: Can your company provide RGNs and more info on RGNs?
RGNs are primarily for wheeled equipment or machinery. Our staff will provide all information regarding the Removable Goose Neck’s weight capacity and loading capabilities.
You must provide accurate weight and dimensions of the machinery or equipment.

Can your company crate our freight?
The driver or our company do not provide crating services. However, when you call us we will advise you as to the best possible solutions.

Can your company get additional insurance for expensive freight?
Yes, we can always get additional insurance. At trailer booking time our freight specialists always ask for the value of the freight and recommend an appropriate insurance coverage option if required.

Will your company provide heavy duty forklift services?
The driver or we do not provide heavy duty forklift services. However, when you call us we will advise you as to the best possible solutions.

Can you provide a Landoll (traveling axle) type of trailer?
Yes we can, however, we must know this well in advance.
These types of trailers are not so common, but are available with advance notice.

What transportation services does your trucking company provide?
We offer full truckload, partial truckload, LTL motor freight, expedited freight and port delivery.

Flatbed Trailer Capability

• Conestoga (for additional cargo protection)
• Double Drop or Lowbed – ie: Globe Trailer
• Extendable Flatbeds
• Flatbed 48 ft. or 53 ft.
• RGN (Removable GooseNeck)
• Specialized Heavy Haul Trailers
• Step Deck
• Landoll
• Stretch Double-Drop
• Stretch RGN

Great Western Transportation strives to provide the best possible service at the best possible market based price. We understand that some shippers have vast shipping experience with flats and other may be infrequent shippers or even new or first time shippers. To make the new or first time shippers experience with Great Western Transportation the best possible, we would like to offer some flatbed trucking shipping tips.

Remember to Consider Packaging, Crating or Palletizing

Great Western Transportation picks up and delivers to all commercial addresses, however, your boxes should be palletized, crates should be fork-lift-able, or packaging must be appropriate for flatbed transport. In the case of bulky machinery, there may be a need for heavy duty fork lift service, crane or complete rigging services. Allow for ample time in advance to book any additional services required for your load.

Weather Factors When Shipping Machinery

When shipping machinery or parts during the winter months or through mountainous regions, note that there are special weather-proofing steps to take if the machinery has water or other freezable liquid in it. If a flatbed type of trailer is utilized, the freight may have to be shrink wrapped for added protection from road debris, grime and moisture. Additionally if tarps are required, this should be noted prior to shipping.

Expedited Shipments

When your shipment has to be expedited always make sure to let your freight consultant at Great Western Transportation know in advance!

Once the shipment has been picked up, the process of getting it expedited is almost impossible. Initially you may have to pay a slightly higher rate, but this guarantees expedited service. The reason why expedited service must be noted up front is because team drivers may be needed for the truck. The department of Transportation (DOT) mandates how many hours a truck driver can legally drive during a certain period of time. Thus having team drivers allows for the truck to be on the road longer versus single driver.

Accurate Shipment Details:

• Dimension L x W x H
• Weight (Total) – Round Up Numbers
• Number of Pieces
• Pick-up Time and Date
• Pick-up Location
• Contact Name
• Delivery Location
• Office and Cell Phone Numbers
• Shipment Details the Carrier Should be Aware Of

Flatbed Freight:

Examples of the various types of freight flatbed trailers can transport: construction materials, prefabricated concrete pieces, industrial machinery, metal pipes, plane parts, farm machinery, oilfield equipment, metalworking equipment and all other flatbed trailer suitable commodities.