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A Top-Rated Alaska Equipment Shipping Company

Heavy Equipment Transport is Alaska’s top-rated oversize machinery and equipment shipping company. Alaska has the coldest winters, the longest summers, and the most days throughout the year that experience freezing weather.

It also features rugged terrain that requires careful navigation. This is especially true for oversize or super loads that require additional preparation and care, such as obtaining permits and hiring escort vehicles. Heavy Equipment Transport has more than 10 years of experience shipping equipment to and from Alaska. We offer top-quality freight shipping at the most affordable rates.

As a trusted provider of heavy equipment transport services, we offer a variety of safe machinery shipping solutions throughout Alaska's rugged terrain. One of the most common routes for shipping equipment is the Alaska Highway, which runs north and south from Yukon to various destinations in Alaska. Using this route, we tow heavy equipment to and from major cruise ports, including the Haines port near Glacier Bay and Skagway on the Alaskan Panhandle.

We can also help you to haul heavy machinery from Fairbanks to Anchorage, or from Glenallen to Valdez. However, Heavy Equipment Transport will ship your oversize load wherever you need it delivered in Alaska.

Whether you're transporting heavy equipment to a new construction site, selling your unused machinery, or moving to a new home, we can assist you with our full range of Alaska heavy machinery transport services.

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Heavy Equipment Transport is a reliable choice for moving oversized machinery in Alaska.

For oversized machinery in Alaska, choose Heavy Equipment Transport. We provide expertise, proper permits, specialized equipment, and insured drivers for the secure, DOT-compliant transportation of large loads, such as tractors and excavators.

We are Oversized Equipment Shippers Experts in Alaska

We provide heavy equipment shipping services to and from Alaska, utilizing specialized carriers and logistics experts for oversized loads, overweight machinery hauling, agricultural machinery and construction equipment, both domestically and internationally.

Heavy Equipment Transport, as a heavy haul company in Alaska, we are experts in shipping:

Shipping Construction equipment in Alaska

  • Excavators
  • Bulldozers
  • Backhoe
  • Loaders
  • Grader
  • Skid steers
  • Caterpillar
  • Compactors
  • Crane
  • Crawler loaders
  • Komatsu
  • Pavers
  • Articulated trucks
  • Drum roller
  • Dump Trucks
  • John Deere
  • Telehandlers
  • Backhoes
  • Forklift
  • Hitachi
  • Sany
  • Trenchers
  • Boom lift
  • Cold Planer

Alaska Agricultural machinery transport experts

  • Tractors
  • John Deere
  • Harvesters
  • Agco Corporation
  • CLAAS Harvest Centre
  • CNH Industrial
  • Kubota
  • Plows
  • Seeders
  • Mahindra & Mahindra
  • SDF Group
  • Sprayers
  • Balers
  • Harrows
  • Fertilizer spreaders
  • KUHN
  • Wagons and trailers
  • Farming machinery
  • Irrigation systems
  • JCB
  • Mowers
  • Planter
  • Plough
  • Yanmar

Oversized industrial gear haulers in Alaska

  • Generators
  • Compressors
  • Containers
  • Massive mining dragline gears
  • Huge wind turbine drive gears
  • Giant rolling mill gears for metal fabrication
  • Colossal gears for heavy machinery
  • Large cranes
  • Large excavators
  • Mining & Constrction
  • Huge excavators
  • Bucket wheel excavators
  • Energy (Wind/Power)
  • Wind turbine drivetrains
  • Metal Fabrication
  • Davi Rollers
  • Drive gears
  • Enormous crushing
  • Grinding
  • Milling equipment
  • Large forklifts
  • Oversized material handlers

Alaska Oversized vehicles shippers

  • Semi trucks
  • Commercial trucks
  • Pickup trucks
  • Delivery trucks
  • Dump trucks
  • Utility trucks
  • SUVs
  • RVs
  • Campers
  • Class C RVs
  • Travel trailers
  • Motorhomes
  • Semi trailers
  • Fifth wheel
  • Farm machinery
  • Vans
  • Trailers
  • Military Vehicles
  • Industrial vehicles
  • Custom-built vehicles
  • Boats
  • Yachts
  • Jet skis
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Alaska Overweight Equipment Requirements

Heavy hauling in Alaska requires specific state permits for loads exceeding standard dimensions (e.g., 8.5 ft wide, 53 ft long, 14 ft high) or weight 80,000 lbs GVW), involving pilot/escort vehicles based on size, approved travel times (daylight, Mon-Sat), and potential route restrictions; you'll need an Alaska DOT and PF Oversize/Overweight Permit (OSOW), often through a broker, with rules varying by route and size, requiring careful planning for axle configurations and bridge formula compliance.

Alaska Permits needed to move a heavy equipment

Alaska DOT and PF offers various permits tailored to your transport needs. Here’s a quick overview of the best options for your load:

  • Seasonal Permit: Enables the transportation of OS/OW loads during specific times of the year, on sensitive roadways in the spring or summer.
  • Single-Trip Permit: Perfect for one-time transport of an oversized load within a set timeframe.
  • Multiple-Trip Permit: This option is perfect for repeated trips along a specific route, like scheduled deliveries.

Requirements for Pilot Vehicles and Escorts

Oversized loads often require escort or pilot vehicles to notify other drivers and manage traffic. Depending on the dimensions of your load, pilot cars may be necessary for safe navigation on busy or narrow roads.

  • Equipment Width: Machinery that is over 12 feet in height typically requires a front pilot car for transport.
  • Equipment Length: Loads that exceed 95 feet in length typically require both front and rear pilot vehicles for safe transport.

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How important is a pilot car for your safety?

Pilot cars are crucial for ensuring safe transportation, which is why Heavy Equipment Transport coordinates their use to maximize your load's safety on the road, utilizing flags, lights and signage to alert oncoming drivers.

Shipping oversized equipment to or from Alaska can be a difficult task. That is why you need the assistance of a heavy hauler expert company, such as Heavy Equipment Transport. You need to follow specific rules and obtain special permits. Planning your route carefully is essential. Get necessary permissions, follow safety guidelines for oversized loads and use pilot cars if needed. Pack items properly and choose a reliable transportation company for a smooth process.

We will take care of all the paperwork for you. Effective communication with state authorities is crucial for ensuring safety and compliance.

  • Regulations and Permits: If you're transporting heavy equipment to or from Alaska, special permits and travel restrictions may apply. We'll handle all the paperwork to ensure safe transport anywhere in the country.
  • Trailer Type: Choose trailers based on weight, dimensions, and loading method; use lowboys for taller equipment and RGNs for drive-on loading.
  • Insurance & Compliance: We offer extensive insurance coverage and ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
  • Lead Time: We focus on allowing sufficient time for route planning, acquiring permits, and preparing equipment.

How do the Nature & Terrain Challenges affect the Alaska Heavy Haul service

  • Expansive, distant and remote locations. Transporting overweight equipment in Alaska poses significant challenges due to vast distances, limited road infrastructure and remote communities.
  • Extreme Climate: Extreme cold impacts equipment and road conditions, such as permafrost and ice, which affect oversized load shipping in Alaska.
  • Inadequate infrastructure: A minimal infrastructure, few paved roads, no extensive rail network and limited warehouses also impact shipping and the transportation of heavy equipment in Alaska.
  • Waterways all over the place: The extensive network of rivers, lakes, and coastlines makes barges and boats essential for transporting oversized machinery.
  • Winter time conditions: Snow and ice require specialized vehicles, such as snowplows and road treatments like salt brine, which can affect the transportation of overweight machinery.
Transporting a 2015 Bobcat T770 skid steer.

Alaska Main Places & Hauling Methods

  • Key Terminals: Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau are the main gateways to Alaska's wilderness.
  • Roads: The Alaska Highway, Parks Highway, and Richardson Highway are not just roads; they are gateways to a world of breathtaking scenery.
  • Rail: The Alaska Railroad connects some towns and attractions, but it does not cover all areas. You'll need other transportation options to reach remote locations.
  • Air and Water: Air and water transport are the most popular options for accessing remote areas. Float planes and ferry boats connect remote communities, offering a unique travel experience.

Overweight Transport Logistics in Alaska

  • Experts in shipping oversized equipment: Companies like Nationwide Transport Service, Heavy Haulers, Tractor Transport, Wide Load Shipping, and Heavy Equipment Transport provide expertise and specialized equipment, logistics and expert heavy hauling services.
  • Overweight Transport Permits & Regulations: Strict regulations in Alaska govern lighting, pilot car escorts, and operating hours, particularly during nighttime, for hauling equipment.
  • Route Planning: Road capacity, weather and bridge limitations are critical factors that often require specialized software for safety.
  • Seasonal and time of the year: Summer provides easier access but presents challenges with mud; winter creates icy roads but brings extreme cold.

Hauling heavy machinery in Alaska is challenging due to harsh weather and rugged terrain. Specialized knowledge of the area is important for safe transportation and shipping, often connecting mining and oil drilling sites to shipping ports. Heavy Equipment Transport is a company that specializes in shipping large loads in Alaska and throughout the U.S., ensuring that this critical work is completed efficiently.

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Heavy Equipment Transport specializes in semi-truck transportation to and from Alaska, providing expert logistics services. Our experienced agents are familiar with the most efficient routes across the state and are dedicated to ensuring that clients return to us.

All our drivers are trained, bonded and insured, adhering to the highest safety standards. We understand Alaska's DOT shipping regulations, guaranteeing safe transportation of your semi-truck.

Whether moving a truck into a busy area like Birmingham or through the Appalachian Mountains to Georgia, our team ensures a reliable and professional transport experience. We handle all logistics, ensuring your vehicle is protected every step of the way.

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Alaska Driveaway Services Available

As Alaska's leading driveaway company, Heavy Equipment Transport simplifies the relocation of your semi truck or heavy machinery. We offer reliable driveaway services across Alaska, allowing you to focus on your business while we manage transportation.

Our services include a licensed and insured driver with expertise in handling various trucks and equipment. Our thoroughly trained drivers have a proven track record of safe and efficient transport.

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Trustworthy Overweight Equipment Transport in Alaska

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Hauling heavy equipment in Alaska's rugged and remote areas is a challenging task. The extreme cold, lack of paved roads and changing weather make it difficult. Special transportation methods, such as barges or airlifting, are needed to reach places without any road or rail options. The primary transportation routes include the Alaska Highway and major ports such as Anchorage. Industries like oil, gas, mining and construction must plan carefully and follow strict regulations to ensure smooth operations.

Major Semi Truck Transport Routes in Alaska

There are four primary Heavy Equipment Transport routes that our drivers use to transport semi-trucks throughout Alaska.

More commonly, the roads are named after their destinations; for example, they may be referred to as the Glenn, Richardson, Tok Cut-Off, or Alaska Highway. For example, the A-3 is more commonly known as Seward or Sterling Highway, while the A-4 is referred to as the Parks Highway.

The Alaska Highway is the main route connecting the United States to Alaska through Canada. The highway begins at a significant juncture in Dawson's Creek, B.C., and ends in Delta Junction. After crossing the Yukon-BC border, the road continues north-northwesterly to its final terminus at Delta Junction, passing east of Fairbanks.

The A-4 highway runs parallel to the Alaska Railroad and is one of the most important routes through the state, as it serves as the primary connection between Anchorage and Fairbanks. Two sections of this road are built to freeway standards: a portion near its intersection with Glenn Highway in Palmer, and the Robert J. Mitchell Expressway in Fairbanks that leads to the Richardson Highway.

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Alaska heavy haul Permits and Legal Requirements FAQs

When is an oversize/overweight (OS/OW) permit required in Alaska?

A permit is necessary if your vehicle or load exceeds any legal limits: overall height over 13'6", overall width over 8'6", trailer length over 53', or overall weight exceeding 80,000 pounds.

How do I apply for a permit in Alaska?

Permits can be ordered online via the MyAlaska portal or by contacting the Statewide Permit Office at 907-365-1200 or toll-free at 800-478-7636.

Are permits given for loads that can be divided into smaller parts?

Permits in Alaska are granted only for large loads that cannot be made smaller without significant effort. If the load or equipment can be divided into smaller parts to meet legal size and weight limits, a permit won’t be issued.

In Alaska, how long does a permit stay good for?

In Alaska, an overweight equipment transport permit for a single-trip license is typically valid for 3 to 5 days. Extended period permits (1, 3, 6, 9, or 12 months) are available for other specific conditions.

Overweight equipment Operations and Travel Restrictions in Alaska

What are the legal operating hours for OS/OW loads?

Movement is generally allowed from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset, from Monday to Saturday. Some specific urban areas have additional peak-hour restrictions (e.g., Anchorage, Fairbanks, Ketchikan). Your specific permit will outline the exact operating times.

Are there any holidays when oversize/overweight (OS/OW) travel is not allowed?

Travel is generally not allowed on major holiday weekends, such as New Year's Day, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

What are "seasonal weight restrictions"?

During the spring thaw, approximately from March to June, roads become more vulnerable to damage. The DOT&PF enforces seasonal weight restrictions, which reduces the maximum allowed weights on affected routes—sometimes to 50% of normal limits—to prevent pavement damage.

Where can I find information about current road conditions and weight restrictions?

Current statewide road conditions are available by dialing 511 or visiting the Alaska 511 traveler info website. Active seasonal weight restrictions are posted on the Alaska DOT&PF Commercial Vehicle Compliance website.

Alaska Pilot/Escort Vehicle Requirements FAQs

When is a pilot car needed in Alaska?

Requirements vary based on the dimensions of the load:

  • Width: One escort is required for loads wider than 10 feet, and two escorts are needed for loads wider than 12 feet.
  • Length: One rear escort is necessary for loads measuring between 90 and 125 feet. For loads exceeding 125 feet, both front and rear escorts are required.

What are the communication requirements for pilot cars?

C.B. radios are the only approved communication between the towing vehicle and pilot car(s) and must be monitored at all times during the move.

General Compliance FAQs in Alaska

Do I need to keep a logbook?

All commercial vehicle drivers must keep an updated logbook unless they qualify for the 100 air-mile exemption.

Who do I contact for more information in Alaska?

For general information about heavy haul, permits, and compliance for commercial vehicles, you can contact the Division of Measurement Standards & Commercial Vehicle Compliance by email at MSCVE@alaska.gov or by phone at 907-365-1210.



Choose Your Region in Alaska and Get an Equipment Shipping Quote!


Far North Alaska

  • Barrow
  • Anaktuvuk Pass
  • Bettles
  • Fort Yukon
  • Kotzebue
  • Nome

Interior Alaska

  • Fairbanks
  • North Pole
  • Eagle
  • Tok
  • Delta Junction

Southcentral Alaska

  • Anchorage
  • Houston
  • Seward
  • Kenai
  • Willow
  • Palmer
  • Anchor Point
  • Fritz Creek
  • Homer
  • Valdez
  • Soldotna

Southeastern Alaska

  • Juneau
  • Haines
  • Sitka
  • Ketchikan
  • Wrangell

Southwest Alaska

  • Kodiak
  • Bethel
  • Dutch Harbor
  • Dillingham
  • Unalaska
  • Wasilla