Certified Woman-Owned Trucking Company

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Hopper Bottom • End Dump • Step Deck • Power-Only

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Serving NC, VA, and SC

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Reliable. Professional. Ready to Haul.

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Certified Woman-Owned Trucking Company ✳︎ Hopper Bottom • End Dump • Step Deck • Power-Only ✳︎ Serving NC, VA, and SC ✳︎ Reliable. Professional. Ready to Haul. ✳︎

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Have machinery, construction equipment, building materials, or specialized freight that needs dependable transportation? Schedule a consultation to review the load dimensions, weight, route, securement requirements, pickup details, and delivery schedule.

Step Deck Services

Flexible Transportation for Oversized and Specialized Freight

Bonnie and Clyde Trucking LLC provides dependable step deck transportation for machinery, construction equipment, building materials, industrial freight, and other loads that require additional height clearance.

We support one-time shipments, recurring lanes, project-based hauling, and contract transportation throughout North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina.

Let’s Discuss Your Step Deck Shipment

Our Step Deck Capabilities

Construction equipment

Machinery and industrial freight

One-time and recurring loads

Building materials

Plant and warehouse pickups

Crated equipment

Oversized and over-dimensional freight

Steel and fabricated products

Jobsite deliveries

Regional and dedicated transportation

Industries We Serve

Equipment rental companies

Construction

Manufacturing

Prime contractors

Agriculture and heavy equipment

Warehousing and distribution

Building supply companies

Industrial operations

Government and Municipal projects

Step Deck Hauling –FAQ

Still Have Questions?

Contact Bonnie and Clyde Trucking LLC and we’ll be happy to help.

  • A step deck trailer (also called a drop deck trailer) is a type of flatbed trailer designed with two deck levels. The front deck sits higher than the rear deck, allowing taller freight to be hauled without requiring special permits.

  • Step deck trailers are commonly used to haul freight that is taller than standard flatbed height limits, including:

    • Construction equipment

    • Agricultural machinery

    • Large generators

    • Industrial equipment

    • Palletized freight

    • Building materials

    • Steel products

  • Step deck trailers allow taller loads to be transported legally without requiring special permits in many cases. This makes them ideal for freight that exceeds standard flatbed height restrictions.

    Benefits include:

    • Ability to haul taller freight

    • Easier loading of equipment

    • Greater flexibility for oversized cargo

  • Most step deck trailers can legally haul freight up to 10 feet tall, depending on the configuration and state regulations.

  • While sizes can vary, most step deck trailers are approximately:

    • Length: 48–53 feet

    • Upper deck height: about 5 feet

    • Lower deck height: about 3.5 feet

    • Maximum freight height: about 10 feet

  • Freight can be loaded using:

    Forklifts

    Cranes

    Loading docks

    Drive-on ramps (for equipment)

    This flexibility makes step deck trailers ideal for many industries.

  • Step deck trailers are frequently used in industries such as:

    Construction

    Agriculture

    Manufacturing

    Energy and utilities

    Industrial equipment transport

  • In many cases, step deck trailers allow taller loads to be transported without requiring overheight permits. However, if freight exceeds legal height, weight, or width limits, permits may still be required depending on state regulations.

  • Step deck trailers allow taller freight to be transported safely while staying within legal height limits. They are ideal for hauling equipment, machinery, and oversized materials that cannot fit on a standard flatbed.

    At Bonnie and Clyde Trucking LLC, we provide reliable step deck hauling solutions designed to move specialized freight safely and efficiently.

    • Pickup and delivery locations

    • Commodity

    • Estimated weight or tonnage

    • Number of loads

    • Pickup and delivery schedule

    • Loading and unloading method

    • Site access requirements

    • Whether washout is required

    • Any PPE, tarp, seal, or safety requirements

    • Rate structure requested: hourly, per ton, or per load

  • Pricing is based on factors such as distance, freight dimensions, weight, load type, and any special requirements.

  • Yes. We work with contractors, businesses, and clients who need dependable hauling solutions.

  • Yes, depending on the freight type and step deck requirements.

  • We focus on proper load securement, compliance, and clear communication throughout the hauling process.

  • We can discuss permit requirements depending on the load.

  • Email us by submitting  a quote request with your load details.

Request Step Deck Capacity

Need dependable transportation for machinery, construction equipment, or specialized freight? Bonnie and Clyde Trucking LLC is ready to discuss your load dimensions, route, schedule, and securement requirements.

Request a Step Deck Quote

Final pricing depends on mileage, dimensions, weight, securement needs, permits, escorts, loading conditions, and delivery requirements.