
Professional oversized load transport and heavy haul services
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Texas's massive economy, spanning oil and gas, technology, agriculture, and manufacturing, generates unparalleled heavy equipment transport demand. From the Permian Basin's drilling rigs to Silicon Hills' tech campuses, from the Port of Houston to the Panhandle's wind farms, HEAT Freight navigates the Lone Star State's vast distances and diverse industries.
Texas leads the nation in oil and gas production, requiring drilling rigs, completion equipment, and refinery machinery. The state's chemical corridor along the Gulf Coast needs process equipment. Wind energy development generates massive turbine transport needs. Technology campuses in Austin and Dallas need data center equipment. The Port of Houston handles enormous cargo volumes.
TxDMV issues oversize/overweight permits with favorable conditions. Texas allows 14' height and 59' semi-trailer length—among the most permissive nationally. Loads over 14' wide require single escort; over 16' requires dual. Superloads exceeding 254,300 lbs need advance coordination. Single-trip permits start at $60 plus $15/ton overweight.
Visit TX DOT Permit Office →Max Height
14 ft
Max Width
8.5 ft
Max Weight
80K lbs
What makes Texas oversize permits favorable?
Texas allows 14' height without overheight permits (vs 13.5' in most states) and 59' semi-trailer length. The state has efficient online permitting, competitive fees, and extensive experience with heavy haul. Night movement is permitted on many routes.
Can you transport Permian Basin drilling equipment?
Yes, we have extensive experience with Permian Basin operations including rig moves, frac equipment, and production facilities. We coordinate with well schedules and understand the remote locations and oilfield protocols.
How do you handle Port of Houston equipment?
We transport equipment from Port of Houston terminals, including refinery equipment, project cargo, and container handling machinery. We navigate the complex Houston-area highway network and coordinate with port schedules.
Can you transport wind turbine components across Texas?
Yes, Texas leads the nation in wind energy and we transport turbine blades, nacelles, and tower sections statewide. These loads require detailed route surveys, specialized trailers, and multiple escorts. We coordinate with wind farm schedules.
HEAT Freight regularly transports equipment from these auction houses. Need a quote from any of these locations? Call us!
Oil drilling rigs
Refinery equipment
Wind turbine components
Data center equipment
Port handling machinery
Agricultural harvesters
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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