Though thinking about a tractor usually calls to mind, the recognizable type used on farms throughout the world - this classification of equipment encompasses additional vehicles. Tractors used in construction and mining have been specially designed for these purposes, and the most common type is the backhoe loader (or hoe-loader). Useful for projects where space is at a premium, they can be employed in large construction, hole digging, breaking up of asphalt, minor demolition, moving of building supplies, or as mining equipment (1).
Professional Transport
From time to time, you may need construction machinery and equipment moved to a new job site for example, and this may include long-distance transport and shipping solutions. If that's the case, you're probably not equipped or inclined to perform this on your own - meaning you'll need the help of a professional hauling outfit. A1 Auto Transport is a superior choice, as our decades of experience and commitment to safety leave you in excellent hands.
Full-Service Solutions
We not only offer traditional heavy equipment hauling, but we can accommodate other requirements as well. For example, if you need a load delivered in an accelerated time frame - we're happy to provide express transit. You may want to keep an eye on your shipment's progress instead, and our available satellite tracking feature is the perfect choice.
Door-to-door shipping is also an option, and each one of our shipments also includes full insurance coverage at no extra charge. Our extensive fleet and transport network, also make it possible to ship your vehicle nationwide or even internationally.
Personalized Rates
Unlike some companies which charge you pre-packaged rates, we always provide you with a custom quote. Based upon the exact dimensions and weight of your particular shipment - you won't be overpaying for space you don't need.
So, why look any further for a provider to handle your transport needs? Our knowledgeable representatives are standing by to assist you, and provide you with an instant quote over the phone.
SOURCES: Engineering tractors
Frequently Asked Questions
The answer depends on several factors, the most crucial being your pick-up and drop-off locations. Although it's not easy to transport pieces of heavy equipment, a mining tractor isn't oversized, so the journey isn't rough or complicated like other heavy haulers.
But if both locations are areas away from the city, it'll cost more. If your delivery is in the middle of a busy season like Christmas, the heavy traffic flow means a higher cost because the truck uses more fuel.
The quicker you hire a company, the better it is because they can fit your delivery into their schedule according to the most convenient time.
You must know a few basics before having your shipping company transport your tractor. It's important because preparing it for transport is the customer's responsibility, although your company may help with the process for an extra fee.
You first need to hire professionals to clean your heavy machinery thoroughly from the inside and outside. This step is especially important if your tractor is overseas because it will undergo several inspections before entering a foreign country.
If there's any dirt, it'll go to a cleaning facility, and you'll have to pay a hefty bill.
Also, remember to empty the fuel tank and ensure the mining tractor or industrial equipment is switched off before transport.
Although its functionality differs from an agricultural tractor, it is similar in many aspects, especially in how it's transported. For one, both are in the same weight range, although a mining tractor is heavier, coming to around 53 tons, or 10,000 pounds in max weight. This number puts it well below the 46000-pound limitation for an oversize load.
A tractor's other dimensions also don't go over the limitations set by each state, and it doesn't count as a wide load. This aspect makes transporting a mining tractor much more straightforward than other pieces of heavy equipment since it eliminates the need for permits.
A mining tractor is a relatively standard load, and it's simple for the equipment transport company to move it because of its compact and easy shape when you retract its front. Since it's slightly squared, it's easy for the company to load it onto a flatbed or drop deck trailer.
It isn't cumbersome either, so the wheel loaders can put up a ramp against the flatbed and push the tractor onto it without fuss, and the only thing they need to focus on is the balance of the equipment. There's no issue if it isn't tilted or facing the wrong direction.
Since a flatbed trailer has no edges, the shipping company secures the mining tractor with chains around its main chassis so it doesn't move around on the road.
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