65' Max Length
Discussion in 'Expediter and Hot Shot Trucking Forum' started by Big Texas Transport, Dec 30, 2019.
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Didn’t want to spend 5k plus on a flatbed, busted out the ol Lincoln and PortabandAttached Files:
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Flatbed is a bed, you have to go fenders only if you want to be a tractor?
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Depends on where you live and where you run. Each state has it's own often confusing mishmash of regulation, which are often overridden if you are on an Interstate because that's federal. For example there may be a straight truck length limit, trailer length limit, overall load platform length limit, overall combination length limit, and kingpin to last axle limit, or whatever any politician can dream up to bring in some revenue as you pass through their lovely state.
By the way, if all you need to pass is a shorter gooseneck, bobbing it off is WAY easier than adding it in, and won't compromise the integrity of the structure. Half a day in the fab shop and some artful painting will get it done on most of the GN trailers out there. You wanted a 30K coupler anyway, right? -
yes 30k - great info - I am still digging into this and taking measurements. My idea to haul smaller loads is actually my attempt to ensure my equipment can do anything at anytime - I have serious doubts I would use the flatbed for palletized cargo - it is more likely the only time the truck will be used is if its hooked up to the gooseneck anyways, I am not against a tractor only rig and if having a tractor only truck has some benefits that outweigh the practicality of the flatbed I'm all ears
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Edit: what does "fenders only" mean? Can someone post a picture? -
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Big Tex is way behind, many of their dealers don't even know when they will be getting equipment in. I am not sure how high of a priority a one-off specification will fair when they cannot keep up with the current demand. Diamond C also seems out of the question because of the particular design, but I don't know that, they might just be the ones to help. Please advise. ThanksLite bug Thanks this.
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