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Flatbed straight truck

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by Goodguy88, Jul 28, 2017.

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  1. Jul 28, 2017 #1
    Goodguy88

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    What would you use a flatbed STRAIGHT truck for? (Other than cars) is it hard to secure loads? And is it all year?
     
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  3. Jul 28, 2017 #2
    Mattflat362

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    I am not sure I understand the question? A flatbed is a flatbed, right?

    I have seen tandem, triple, and quad straight flatbeds! They ain't hauling cars!
     
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  4. Jul 28, 2017 #3
    Goodguy88

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    Well I mean not a tractor trailer.

    Usually only see tow trucks use flatbed straight trucks, ocassionally forklifts on them
     
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  5. Jul 28, 2017 #4
    buddyd157

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    lumber yards use them for home deliveries. i worked for Lowes a few years back, i also had the moffitt truck on the back.

    yes, with tilt beds, and ramps, they can haul cars.
     
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    Mattflat362

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    I have hauled coils, bars, sheets, plates, equipment, manufactured steel parts, bags stuffed with rubber scraps, lumber, drums, machines, and oversized loads.

    If it is 29k or less and it fit$ I will run it!
     
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    TripleSix

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  9. Jul 28, 2017 #7
    johndeere4020

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    I think he sold it. @mattvogelpohl had one.

    Sorry I didn't notice Matt had already replied.
     
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  10. Jul 28, 2017 #8
    Chinatown

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  11. Jul 28, 2017 #9
    Goodguy88

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    So if there is no Moffit I'm expected to handbomb?
     
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  12. Jul 28, 2017 #10
    Hurst

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    Depends on your contract. If thats what you agree to do.

    In most cases I would think no. You make your deal coming in the door.

    You need to know what you are getting into and how much you need to cover your expenses and turn a profit.

    Hurst
     
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