Flatbed Transportation
Flexible 48- and 53-foot flatbed solutions for machinery, steel, building materials, and freight that will not fit inside a standard trailer.
Open-deck capacity for demanding freight.
RDF brings the operating experience, equipment access, and direct communication needed to plan flatbed transportation around the freight—not force the freight into a generic solution.
Every shipment starts with a practical review of the commodity, schedule, equipment, handling, and site conditions. That up-front discipline creates a clearer quote and a more dependable move.
A disciplined plan from first call to final handoff.
Load planning around dimensions and securement needs
Equipment matched to the freight and delivery site
Clear coordination from pickup through proof of delivery
Regional capacity backed by an asset-based operation
Freight and operating needs this service is built to support.
- Steel, coils, and fabricated metals
- Machinery and industrial equipment
- Lumber and building materials
- Crated or oversized freight
Four steps. No guesswork.
Review commodity, dimensions, weight, and site access
Match the shipment to the right flatbed configuration
Coordinate appointment, securement, and route details
Provide proactive communication through delivery
What shippers ask before the move.
What information helps price a flatbed shipment?+
Share the origin, destination, commodity, dimensions, weight, loading method, delivery requirements, and requested dates. Photos or drawings are helpful for unusual freight.
Can RDF support oversized flatbed freight?+
RDF evaluates heavy and oversized moves individually, including equipment, routing, securement, permit, and escort requirements where applicable.