Dallas 40 ft Flatbed Hot Shot

Some freight is too long, too heavy or too awkward for a van or box truck. Our 40 ft flatbed hot shot is built for it: a heavy-duty pickup pulling a 40-foot open-deck trailer that can be loaded from the sides, rear or top by forklift or crane. We dispatch 24/7 from Garland, TX, with same-day and expedited runs across Dallas–Fort Worth, the rest of Texas and out of state.

Because it is a dedicated hot shot, your freight is the only load on the deck. There are no terminal transfers and no waiting for a semi to fill up, so equipment, steel and building materials reach the job site faster and with less handling.

What we haul on a 40 ft flatbed

• Construction equipment such as skid steers, compact excavators, forklifts, light towers and generators

• Steel beams, pipe, rebar, tubing and fabricated metal

• Lumber, trusses, roofing and other building materials

• Oilfield and pipeline parts, valves and tools

• Tractors, implements and other agricultural equipment

• Oversized crates, skids and palletized freight that is easier to load from the side

Trailer details

• Deck length: 40 ft

• Deck width: 8.5 ft (102 in), the standard legal width

• Loading: open deck, loads from the sides, rear or top by forklift or crane

• Securement: straps and chains, applied by the driver to suit your load

• Capacity: confirmed for each load. Send us the weight and dimensions and we match the right truck and trailer before you book.

Hot shot flatbed or semi flatbed?

A 40 ft hot shot flatbed is usually the faster, more cost-effective choice for partial loads, single machines and time-sensitive deliveries. If your freight is a full truckload, very heavy or longer than the deck, a flatbed semi is the better fit. Not sure which one you need? Send us the weight and dimensions and dispatch will tell you before you book.

Oversize loads in Texas

In Texas, a load wider than 8.5 ft or taller than 14 ft overall is oversize and needs a permit from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). Share your dimensions when you request a quote and we will tell you upfront whether a permit or different equipment is required, so there are no surprises on pickup day.

Where we deliver

Most runs start in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Garland, Mesquite, Plano, Irving, Arlington and Grand Prairie. From there we haul flatbed freight to job sites, yards and plants across Texas and to all 50 states.

Frequently asked questions

How much can the 40 ft flatbed carry?

It depends on the truck and trailer combination and on how the weight sits on the deck. Send us the weight and dimensions of your load and we will confirm the right equipment before booking.

How fast can you pick up?

Dispatch runs 24/7. For loads in DFW, same-day pickup is often possible, depending on driver availability and the size of the load.

Can I rent a 40 ft flatbed instead?

Yes. If you have your own heavy-duty tow vehicle, you can rent our 40 ft flatbed trailer on flexible daily, weekly or monthly terms. If you want us to haul the load for you, book this hot shot service instead.

Is my load insured?

Yes. Cargo coverage is included on every hot shot haul. If your site or customer needs proof of coverage, ask dispatch when you book.