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Pennsylvania's industrial heritage and modern economy create diverse heavy equipment transport needs. From the steel mills that remain along the Monongahela to the pharmaceutical corridor outside Philadelphia, from Marcellus Shale gas operations to agricultural equipment in Lancaster County, HEAT Freight navigates the Keystone State's varied terrain and complex regulations.
Pennsylvania's Marcellus Shale gas industry requires drilling rigs, completion equipment, and pipeline construction machinery. The pharmaceutical industry around Philadelphia needs precision manufacturing equipment. Steel and manufacturing facilities throughout the state require production equipment. Agricultural operations, particularly in Lancaster County, need farm equipment. The state's nuclear plants require specialized equipment transport.
PennDOT issues oversize/overweight permits with attention to the state's extensive infrastructure. Standard limits are 8.5' width, 13.5' height, and 80,000 lbs. Loads over 13' wide require escorts. The PA Turnpike has specific requirements. Many older bridges have weight restrictions. Single-trip permits start at $35.
Visit PA DOT Permit Office →Max Height
13.5 ft
Max Width
8.5 ft
Max Weight
80K lbs
What are the PA Turnpike oversize procedures?
The Pennsylvania Turnpike has specific oversize requirements including permitted hours, escort mandates, and tunnel clearances. The tunnels in the central part have strict height limits. We obtain Turnpike authority permits and coordinate all tunnel-related requirements.
Can you transport Marcellus Shale equipment?
Yes, we have extensive experience with Pennsylvania's natural gas industry including drilling rig moves, frac equipment, and pipeline construction equipment. We coordinate with well schedules and navigate the rural roads common to gas operations.
How do you handle Philadelphia-area deliveries?
The Philadelphia metro has extensive restrictions including prohibited routes, curfew windows, and specific routing requirements. We plan routes carefully to navigate the area compliantly and efficiently, often using off-peak scheduling.
What are the bridge weight considerations?
Pennsylvania has numerous older bridges with posted weight limits below standard legal weights. We verify bridge ratings for every route and may use alternative routes for heavy loads. Some bridges require engineering analysis for superloads.
Jan 13-14, 2026
Northeast Regional Auction
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Feb 10-11, 2026
Northeast Regional Auction
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Mar 10-11, 2026
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Apr 14-15, 2026
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May 12-13, 2026
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HEAT Freight regularly transports equipment from these auction houses. Need a quote from any of these locations? Call us!
Gas drilling equipment
Pharmaceutical manufacturing systems
Steel production equipment
Agricultural harvesters
Nuclear plant equipment
Manufacturing machinery
Get a free, no-obligation quote for your heavy equipment transport needs. Our team is ready to help you move your machinery safely and efficiently.
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