Step Deck Trucking

Step Deck Shipping Service

Tall equipment is never too tall of an order…

With step deck shipping with ShipLux!

Step deck trailers, or drop deck trailers, are similar to flatbed trailers, except they have a drop in the center of the deck that allows for taller cargo to be more easily transported. Step deck trailers have two loading levels. A higher and shorter deck level sits in front, near the truck cab, while a lower transport level sits at axle height to give extra clearance for taller cargo. The lower deck level of a step deck trailer eases loading and unloading by allowing forklifts to load cargo while maintaining a lower center of balance. Forklifts don’t have to lift heavy loads as high to clear the lowered deck of a step deck trailer, helping to make the loading and unloading process safer and faster for the loading crew. Safer, easier loading can mean reduced labor costs and less time to project completion, saving you time and money.

A step deck trailer is a platform with no sides or roof. Cargo is loaded much like a standard flatbed trailer. The difference is that step deck trailers offer greater cargo diversity and smoother loading than flatbeds, as the platform is lower to the ground than a traditional flatbed. Step deck trailers may be either single or double drop. Double drop trailers allow the majority of the deck to sit below the level of the axles. A second step up over the rear axles grants additional height for cargo but reduces the total tonnage the trailer can accommodate. This safeguard is to guarantee the freight remains stable throughout the transport. Double drop step deck trailers are typically used for cargo between 10 and 11.5 feet tall and weighing up to 45,000 pounds. Single-step trailers can accommodate loads up to 48,000 pounds. Step deck trailers may be loaded with forklifts, and many offer additional versatility with a hydraulically-powered gooseneck. RGN trailers can allow oversize construction equipment to be driven onto the trailer at loading, reducing or removing the need for cranes for the loading and unloading processes.

Stepdeck trucking with ShipLux puts the expertise of our logistics professionals on your side. Your dedicated team is there from pickup to delivery, helping find the best route, file for the necessary permits, and even arranging any extras for your unique stepdeck transport. Different areas have different requirements for oversize transport. Trust the experts at ShipLux to help you coordinate pilots and escort vehicles, arrange extra help for loading, and navigate the complex state and federal regulations relating to stepdeck shipping. With ShipLux, Premium Service is always included, so you know you and your transport will be treated with the same level of care and precision. Whether your transport is a few miles or across the country, our proprietary 24/365 communication system means that you can connect with a dedicated agent from anywhere in the world, any time of the day or night. ShipLux makes it happen!

That’s not all we ship…

Trailer Types: Open vs Enclosed Shipping

Open shipping is easier to schedule and more economical than enclosed, making it the perfect choice for shipping a daily driver. We have a wide variety of open-style trailers to suit your shipping needs. While you may need to give your vehicle a wash after delivery, our meticulous attention to detail means that any open vehicle transportation is handled with Premium Service from start to finish.

Open Shipping

Enclosed trailers ensure the ultimate protection from the elements. With many trailer styles to choose from, we offer enclosed shipping for a wide range of vehicle shipments. Every enclosed vehicle shipment comes with the White Glove Treatment, meaning your vehicle will arrive in exactly the same condition it left.

Enclosed Shipping