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Equipment Specifications
Our modern fleet of step deck trailers features versatile equipment designed specifically for tall and oversized cargo. With a two-level deck design, these trailers provide the height clearance necessary for loads that exceed standard trailer height restrictions.
All trailers undergo regular maintenance and rigorous safety inspections to ensure reliable performance for your valuable freight.
Construction & Agricultural Equipment
- Excavators & Backhoes
- Tractors & Combine Harvesters
- Boom Lifts & Scissor Lifts
- Forklifts & Telehandlers
- Skid Steers & Loaders
Our step deck trailers are perfectly suited for construction and agricultural equipment that exceeds standard height limits but doesn’t require the ultra-low deck height of lowboy trailers. The versatile design allows for strategic placement of equipment to optimize weight distribution.
Manufacturing & Industrial Components
- Machinery & Production Equipment
- Steel Beams & Building Materials
- HVAC Units & Generators
- Prefabricated Structures
- Industrial Containers & Tanks
The two-level design of step deck trailers makes them ideal for oversized industrial components that require special handling but don’t necessarily need the extreme low clearance of specialized lowboy equipment. Step decks offer a cost-effective solution for tall industrial freight.
Consultation & Equipment Assessment
Logistics Planning & Route Optimization
Equipment Selection & Preparation
Professional Loading & Securing
Transport & Delivery
"When we needed to transport multiple excavators and boom lifts across state lines, Loyalty's step deck service was the perfect solution. Their attention to detail in securing our equipment and their transparent communication throughout the process gave us complete peace of mind."
"Loyalty Logistics provided exceptional step deck transport service for our oversized manufacturing equipment. Their team handled everything from permits to loading, and delivered on schedule despite challenging weather conditions. We'll definitely use them again for our specialized shipping needs."
Frequently Asked Questions
A step deck trailer (also called a drop deck) has two deck levels – a short upper deck and a longer lower deck – giving it a “step” appearance. This design allows for taller freight than standard flatbeds while maintaining legal height limits, as the lower deck provides 3-4 feet of additional height clearance.
Our standard step deck trailers feature an upper deck of 10-11 feet in length and a lower deck of 37-43 feet. The standard width is 8.5 feet (expandable to 10 feet with permits), with the upper deck typically 5 feet high from the ground and the lower deck about 1.5-2 feet high from the ground.
One of the advantages of step deck trailers is that they often reduce permit requirements compared to other specialized trailers. However, permits are still required for loads that exceed legal dimensions. We handle all permitting as part of our service, determining exact requirements based on your load dimensions and route.
Step decks are ideal for tall machinery and equipment that exceeds standard trailer height limitations, such as construction equipment, agricultural machinery, industrial components, and manufacturing equipment. They’re particularly effective for cargo that is tall but doesn’t exceed weight limits requiring lowboy trailers.
Step deck trailers can be loaded via forklift from the sides or rear, or by crane from above. For equipment that can be driven, we typically use ramps at the rear of the trailer. Our team coordinates the appropriate loading method based on your equipment and facility capabilities.
Yes, we offer step deck trailers with various accessories including loading ramps, extension brackets, winches, and specialized securing equipment. We also have step decks with additional features such as beaver tails (sloped rear sections) and air ride suspension for sensitive cargo.