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Looking for detailed Hotshot trailer specs and dimensions? Hotshot trailers offer fast, flexible capacity for time-sensitive or mid-sized open-deck freight. Their compact size and quick availability make them ideal for short-haul, regional, and expedited shipments where speed and access matter most.
Built for efficiency and rapid turnaround, hotshots deliver reliable performance for urgent or specialized freight across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
💡 Pro Tip: Not all hotshot trailers have air-ride suspension. If you’re moving machinery or sensitive equipment, confirm air-ride with the carrier to prevent vibration-related damage.
30-40′ L
~98″-102″ W
~36″-40″ H
~12,000 – 18,000lbs
Commonly used for fast deliveries of machinery parts, palletized materials, small equipment, and time-sensitive freight that needs direct service.
A look at how we’ve moved flatbed loads recently
If it’s tall, heavy, self-propelled, or has a high center of gravity, an RGN/lowboy is usually the safest and most compliant choice.
Ideal Industries: Manufacturing, Energy, Mining, Infrastructure and Construction
A standard flatbed allows for 8’6″ of cargo height, but legal height limits vary by state. Western states often permit a total height of up to 14 feet, while many eastern states cap it at 13’6″. This means a load that is legal on a flatbed in California may require an overheight permit, or a different trailer such as a step deck, to travel to states like New York.
Our team uses this state-by-state data to plan the most efficient and compliant route for your freight.
Hotshot hauling began in the Texas oilfields, where small and fast trucks delivered critical parts and tools to drilling sites to prevent costly downtime. Instead of waiting for a full-size semi or standard freight scheduling, companies used pickup trucks pulling gooseneck trailers to move equipment directly, quickly, and without delay. Over time, this practice expanded into a nationwide form of expedited open-deck transport. Modern hotshot operators use CDL-class trucks, air-ride gooseneck or low-deck trailers, and professional securement equipment, providing speed, flexibility, and direct routing that traditional trucking cannot always match.
Proper securement ensures safety, compliance, and protection for your freight. All carriers follow FMCSA 393.100 cargo securement regulations. Common Securement Tools:
for machinery, steel, and heavy freight
for finished goods and delicate cargo
to shield against weather and road debris
for balance and elevation
Insights on Shipping, Trailer Types, and Logistics Trends
Typically up to 16,000–20,000 lbs depending on the trailer, axles, and truck. We’ll confirm exact capacity per load.
If your load exceeds 8’6” width or 13’6” height, we’ll secure the necessary oversize permits.
Yes. Many hotshot units can be dispatched within hours for urgent shipments.
For smaller loads and shorter lanes, yes—you only pay for the capacity you use.
Yes, via the ATGFr8 portal with real-time GPS updates.
