Lowbed, Abnormal Loads For Hire
Our lowbed transport service is for machinery, equipment and heavy or oversized cargo. We handle local, national and cross-border enquiries, with vehicle suitability and route arrangements confirmed for each load. Send the cargo weight, dimensions and collection and delivery details so we can assess the job and prepare a quote.
Hire rates and additional charges
All rates below exclude VAT.
Excludes VAT, fuel, tollgate, driver and kilometre charges. Compulsory insurance: R500 / day extra.
Depot to depot · minimum 100 km. Crane loading, offloading and rigging are extra where required.
See how the total is calculated →| Body Volume | 30 Ton |
|---|---|
| Base vehicle hire / day | R 2,400.00 |
| Per km (depot to depot; minimum 100 km) | R 23.00 |
| Driver Per day | R 750.00 |
| Compulsory insurance / day | R 500.00 |
| Rigging | R 2,500.00 |
Description
Lowbed transport for machinery and equipment
Choosing transport starts with the load. Share its length, width, height and weight, together with photographs and any handling requirements. Our team will confirm whether the lowbed arrangement suits the cargo and the access available at both addresses.
Tell us whether machinery can move under its own power or needs loading assistance. If lifting or positioning is part of the job, include it in your enquiry so transport and handling can be planned together. See our machine moving and rigging services for related support.
Abnormal loads, permits and escorts
We offer permit and escort arrangements as part of our abnormal-load transport services. Send the full load details and proposed journey so our team can assess the arrangements needed and include the relevant services in your quote.
Discuss your preferred transport date early. Route planning, permit arrangements, escort coordination and access at the destination should be confirmed before the move is booked. Read more about our abnormal-load transport services.
Local, national and cross-border journeys
We take enquiries for Johannesburg and Gauteng transport, journeys across South Africa and cross-border moves. Provide both addresses and, for cross-border enquiries, the destination country and any timing requirements. The team will confirm the route, service scope and information needed for your particular journey.
What to send for a lowbed transport quote
- A description of the machinery or cargo, with photographs where available.
- Accurate load weight and dimensions, plus the number of items.
- Collection and delivery addresses, preferred dates and site contact details.
- Loading and unloading arrangements, access restrictions and available working space.
- Any packing, lifting, rigging, permit or escort assistance to be included.
Lowbed hire rates and transport costs
Review the listed charges and our truck hire rates, then request a quote for your specific load and route. Ask the team to confirm the transport charges and any loading, permit or escort costs applicable to the job.
Request a lowbed transport quote. If your cargo is suited to an open truck deck, you can also compare our flatbed truck options.
