How much weight can a 53-step deck haul?

Step decks are designed for heavy-haul freight carrying over long distances. They accommodate heavy cargo hauls with different weights from pipes to lumber, hefty industrial equipment, and more. The maximum legal weight of a 53-step deck haul is 48,000 lbs.

How high can you load a step-deck trailer?

Step-deck trailers have a lower deck height of 3 feet and 6 inches, so freight can be up to 10 feet in height. Typically, they have an 11-foot-long upper deck and a 37-foot-long lower deck, totaling a maximum general length of 48 feet.

Do we need to obtain permits for over-dimensional step deck trucking?

Maximum legal dimensions vary from state to state. Any vehicle and load exceeding one or more legal dimensions need a permit that defines the weight, nature of the load, origin, and destination. At Cowtown Logistics, we take care of the permits and paperwork for you.

How much does it cost to transport loads on a drop-deck truck?

The cost to transport loads on a drop-deck truck depends on the number of trucks required, the freight, and the distance traveled. Once we understand your needs, we can provide an accurate quote.

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Standard Step Deck Trailer (drop deck)

45,000 lbs. Bottom deck length: 37’ - 43’.

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45,000 lbs. Bottom length: 38’ - 61’.

3 Axle Step Deck Trailer

65,000 lbs. Bottom length: 37’ - 65’.

3 Axle Extendable Step Deck Trailer

65,000 lbs. Bottom length 38’-68’.

Common Questions

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How much weight can a 53-step deck haul?: Step decks are designed for heavy-haul freight carrying over long distances. They accommodate heavy cargo hauls with different weights from pipes to lumber, hefty industrial equipment, and more. The maximum legal weight of a 53-step deck haul is 48,000 lbs.

How high can you load a step-deck trailer?: Step-deck trailers have a lower deck height of 3 feet and 6 inches, so freight can be up to 10 feet in height. Typically, they have an 11-foot-long upper deck and a 37-foot-long lower deck, totaling a maximum general length of 48 feet.

Do we need to obtain permits for over-dimensional step deck trucking?: Maximum legal dimensions vary from state to state. Any vehicle and load exceeding one or more legal dimensions need a permit that defines the weight, nature of the load, origin, and destination. At Cowtown Logistics, we take care of the permits and paperwork for you.

How much does it cost to transport loads on a drop-deck truck?: The cost to transport loads on a drop-deck truck depends on the number of trucks required, the freight, and the distance traveled. Once we understand your needs, we can provide an accurate quote.

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