Texas Heavy Equipment Transport
Heavy equipment transport to and from Texas is a critical service for the state's construction, agriculture, and industrial sectors. KeepShippin's specialized carrier network handles excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, forklifts, cranes, and agricultural machinery throughout all of Texas. With flatbed, step-deck, RGN, and lowboy trailers available and oversize permit coordination included, we provide end-to-end equipment hauling solutions for Texas businesses.
Cost Range
$1,200 - $2,700
Transit Time
3–18 days
Permits
Handled for You
Equipment Types
All Classes
Texas Heavy Equipment Transport — Complete Guide (2026)
Quick Answer: Equipment transport to/from Texas costs $1,200 - $2,700. All equipment types transported with FMCSA-licensed carriers. Permits handled automatically.
Heavy equipment transport to and from Texas is a critical service for the state's construction, agriculture, and industrial sectors. KeepShippin's specialized carrier network handles excavators, bulldozers, skid steers, forklifts, cranes, and agricultural machinery throughout all of Texas. With flatbed, step-deck, RGN, and lowboy trailers available and oversize permit coordination included, we provide end-to-end equipment hauling solutions for Texas businesses.
KeepShippin's heavy equipment carrier network covers all of Texas, from major construction hubs like Houston, San Antonio, Dallas to agricultural regions and rural job sites. We match your load to the right trailer type — step-deck, lowboy, RGN, or multi-axle — and handle all Texas oversize/overweight permits before dispatch.
Texas Equipment Transport Rates by Distance
| Route Distance | Excavator / Bulldozer | Skid Steer / Forklift | Tractor / Backhoe | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 500 mi | $2,200–$4,500 | $1,400–$2,800 | $1,600–$3,200 | 3–5 days |
| 500–1,000 mi | $2,800–$6,000 | $1,800–$3,600 | $2,100–$4,200 | 5–7 days |
| 1,000–1,500 mi | $3,600–$8,000 | $2,400–$4,800 | $2,800–$5,600 | 7–10 days |
| 1,500–2,500 mi | $4,800–$10,500 | $3,100–$6,200 | $3,700–$7,400 | 10–14 days |
| 2,500+ mi | $6,500–$14,000 | $4,200–$8,400 | $5,000–$9,800 | 14–18 days |
Estimates for standard equipment on lowboy/step-deck trailers. Crane and multi-axle loads are custom-quoted. Escort vehicle costs included where required.
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Why Choose KeepShippin for Texas Equipment Transport?
Permits Handled at No Extra Cost
All Texas oversize/overweight permits acquired by our carrier team before dispatch. We handle route surveys for extra-wide or extreme-height loads.
$1M+ FMCSA Liability Coverage
All carriers carry $1M+ liability insurance. Pre-load inspection and signed Bill of Lading on every shipment. Photo documentation standard.
All Equipment Classes Accepted
Excavators, bulldozers, cranes, skid steers, forklifts, tractors, graders, scrapers — if it's on wheels or tracks, we transport it.
Lowboy, Step-Deck & RGN Available
We match your equipment to the right trailer — standard step-deck for compact equipment, lowboy for taller machinery, detachable-neck RGN for extreme loads.
Job Site Pickup & Delivery
Direct pickup from your job site, yard, or auction house anywhere in Texas. Delivery to any location in the continental U.S.
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