B&P Logistics is a licensed flatbed and open deck freight broker coordinating step deck, double drop, Conestoga, RGN, and heavy haul freight nationwide. We handle oversize and overweight loads, permits, and specialized securement — matching your freight to the right equipment and the right carrier every time.
Why B&P for Open Deck
Open Deck Isn't Point-and-Click. It's Specialized.
Right Equipment, Right Load
Step deck, double drop, RGN, Conestoga — we match the deck to your freight's height, weight, and shape
Securement Expertise
Open deck freight has to be tarped, chained, and strapped correctly. We use carriers who know the securement rules
Permits & Escorts
Oversize and overweight loads need permits, routing, and sometimes escorts. We coordinate it all
Carriers Who Specialize
Flatbed isn't a sideline for our carriers — they run open deck freight for a living
Open Deck Equipment
Every Deck for Every Dimension.
Standard Flatbed
Up to 48-53ft, general open deck freight up to 8'6" tall
Step Deck (Drop Deck)
Lower deck height for taller loads up to 10' without permits
Double Drop
Well in the middle for extra-tall freight up to 11'6"
RGN / Lowboy (Removable Gooseneck)
Detachable front for driving equipment on; heavy machinery and rolling stock
Conestoga (Rolling Tarp)
Retractable tarp system protecting freight while keeping side/top load access
Stretch Flatbed
Extendable deck for long freight like beams, pipe, and rail
Stretch Double Drop / RGN
Extendable well for oversized long and tall loads
Side Kit Flatbed
Removable sides and tarp for bulk or palletized open deck freight
Multi-Axle Heavy Haul
Additional axles for superheavy loads beyond standard weight limits
Oversize & Heavy Haul
When It's Too Big, Too Tall, or Too Heavy.
Oversize and overweight freight requires more than a truck. It needs state-by-state permits to move legally, approved routing to avoid low bridges and weight-restricted roads, and pilot or escort cars when dimensions exceed certain thresholds. Carriers have to know the securement rules for loads that extend beyond the deck — and they have to know what they're loading before the truck shows up.
B&P coordinates the full oversize process: permitting, routing, escorts, and securement planning. Whether you're moving construction machinery, structural steel, industrial vessels, or any freight that exceeds standard legal limits, we handle the compliance picture so your load moves without regulatory headaches or delivery delays.
- ✓ State-by-state oversize/overweight permitting
- ✓ Approved routing and bridge/height clearance analysis
- ✓ Pilot car and escort coordination
- ✓ Superload and multi-axle configuration
- ✓ Heavy machinery and equipment transport
- ✓ Structural steel, beams, and long freight
- ✓ Rolling stock and drive-on/drive-off equipment
Freight We Move
Built for the Freight That Doesn't Fit in a Box.
Construction & Building Materials
Steel, lumber, precast concrete, pipe, and structural components
Heavy Machinery & Equipment
Excavators, dozers, cranes, and industrial equipment
Agricultural Equipment
Tractors, implements, combines, and harvesters
Steel Coil & Structural Steel
Steel coils, plate, I-beams, and girders — each with specific securement requirements for flatbed transport
Industrial & Manufacturing
Tanks, pressure vessels, oversized components, and plant equipment
Rolling Stock & Vehicles
Trucks, trailers, and drive-on equipment moved on RGN or lowboy
Why Shippers Trust B&P for Open Deck
Open deck freight punishes inexperience.
The wrong deck height means your load won't clear a bridge. Bad securement means it shifts or falls. A missed permit means your truck sits at a scale. We've moved enough flatbed and heavy haul to know how these loads fail — and how to keep them from failing. We match the deck to the dimensions, use carriers who run open deck for a living, and handle permits and escorts before the wheels turn.
- ✓ Right equipment matched to your freight's dimensions
- ✓ Securement handled by experienced open deck carriers
- ✓ Oversize/overweight permitting and routing coordinated
- ✓ Pilot car and escort arrangement
- ✓ Nationwide plus cross-border US–Canada
- ✓ Direct operator access — licensed, bonded and insured
Flatbed Freight FAQ
Questions Shippers Ask About Flatbed & Open Deck.
Q. What is flatbed freight shipping?
Flatbed shipping uses an open deck trailer with no walls or roof, allowing freight to be loaded from the top, sides, or rear. It's used for oversized, heavy, or irregularly shaped freight that doesn't fit in an enclosed trailer — like construction materials, machinery, and steel.
Q. What is the difference between a flatbed and a step deck?
A standard flatbed has a single deck height and carries freight up to about 8'6" tall. A step deck (drop deck) has a lower rear deck, allowing taller freight up to about 10' without oversize permits. The right choice depends on your load's height.
Q. What is an RGN or lowboy trailer?
An RGN (removable gooseneck) or lowboy trailer has a detachable front that lowers to the ground, letting equipment be driven directly onto the deck. It's used for tall, heavy machinery like excavators, dozers, and rolling stock.
Q. Do I need a permit for oversize freight?
Yes. Freight exceeding legal size or weight limits requires state-by-state oversize/overweight permits, and some dimensions require pilot cars or escorts. B&P coordinates permitting, routing, and escorts as part of every oversize move.
Q. What is a Conestoga trailer?
A Conestoga is a flatbed or step deck fitted with a retractable tarp system on a rolling frame. It protects freight from weather while still allowing crane or forklift loading from the top and sides — combining open deck access with enclosed protection.
Q. Does B&P handle heavy haul and superloads?
Yes. B&P coordinates heavy haul and superload freight using multi-axle and specialized equipment, including permitting, routing, and escort coordination for loads that exceed standard weight and dimension limits.
Q. How do you secure freight on a flatbed?
Open deck freight is secured with chains, straps, binders, and tarps according to federal securement rules under 49 CFR Part 393. The method depends on the freight — steel coils, machinery, and lumber each require different tie-down points and coverage. B&P uses carriers experienced in proper securement for your specific freight.
Licensed & Verified
Flatbed & Open Deck Freight Brokerage — Licensed & Bonded
B&P Logistics provides flatbed and open deck freight brokerage services to shippers and freight forwarders across the United States and Canada. Operating under freight broker authority and licensed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and maintain a surety bond in compliance with 49 CFR Part 371. All carriers we work with are vetted for active operating authority, adequate cargo insurance, and satisfactory FMCSA safety ratings on every load. For oversize and overweight shipments, we coordinate state-by-state permitting, approved routing, and escort vehicles before the truck is dispatched.
B&P also operates a Las Vegas warehouse and transload facility, and brokers full truckload dry van and reefer freight alongside open deck. For container-origin loads requiring transload to flatbed before domestic distribution, see our drayage and intermodal services.
Let's Move Your Flatbed Freight.
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