Cost to Ship Heavy Equipment
Equipment transport is a weight-and-dimension problem. Under about 20,000 pounds it rides on a standard flatbed or step deck at a predictable rate; above that you are into RGN trailers and permit routing, which we send to bid.
Sample heavy equipment rates
| Route | Miles | Open | Enclosed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles → Phoenix | 421 | $1,065 | $1,725 |
| Chicago → Dallas | 949 | $1,575 | $2,555 |
| New York → Miami | 1,289 | $1,730 | $2,800 |
| Seattle → Denver | 1,203 | $1,625 | $2,635 |
| Los Angeles → New York | 2,886 | $2,815 | $4,565 |
Estimates from the TankWorldWide pricing engine. Your live quote reflects current carrier capacity on your exact lane.
Get my exact priceTypical vehicles
- Skid steer
- Compact excavator
- Forklift
- Compact tractor
Save money on this class
- Give real operating weight, not the spec-sheet dry weight — attachments count.
- Secure or remove buckets, booms and forks before the truck arrives.
- Note whether the machine starts and drives; a dead machine needs winch loading.