Skid Steer Transport Across the U.S.
Bought a skid steer or need one moved to another job? Dobie coordinates pickup, the appropriate trailer and delivery to your destination.
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How Do You Transport a Skid Steer?
Skid steers (roughly 6,000–10,000 lbs) load onto step decks, flatbeds and heavy hotshots via ramps and are chained at four factory tie-down points. They stay within legal dimensions, so no permits are needed — what matters is the exact model weight, attachments, and whether the machine loads under its own power.
Skid Steer Moves We Coordinate
- Bought a used machine out of state
- Dealer deliveries to customers
- Contractor fleets rotating between projects
- Auction pickups on deadlines
- Ranch and property deliveries
How It Works
Tell Us About the Machine
Make, model, weight and dimensions. If you have a spec sheet or photos, even better.
We Plan Trailer & Permits
Our team matches the trailer — RGN, lowboy, step deck or flatbed — and coordinates any oversize permits the route requires.
Loading & Transport
The carrier loads, secures and hauls the equipment. Drive-on machines use ramps; inoperable units are winched or lifted.
Jobsite Delivery
The equipment is delivered to the yard, dealer or jobsite, offloaded and confirmed complete.
Can You Transport a Skid Steer With Attachments?
Yes — the bucket usually stays on the machine, and extra attachments (forks, augers, breakers) are secured separately on the deck. Each attachment adds weight and space to the plan, so list everything when quoting. A machine plus three attachments is a different load than a bare machine.
Cost Factors
Heavy equipment pricing is driven by the machine and the route. These are the factors our dispatch team checks before quoting:
| Factor | Impact |
|---|---|
| Weight | Trailer requirement and axle configuration |
| Width & height | Oversize permit requirements |
| Distance | Line-haul cost |
| Loading capability | Whether ramps, a winch or a crane are needed |
| Route restrictions | Bridges, clearances and escort requirements |
How Long Does It Take?
Most equipment moves are matched with a carrier within a few days of booking — often faster on busy lanes. Transit time depends on distance, route and equipment: regional moves often deliver in 1–3 days, while coast-to-coast shipments average 7–10 days. Your logistics specialist confirms a realistic pickup window when you book and keeps you updated through delivery.
Insurance & Safety
Every carrier in the Dobie network is vetted for active operating authority and insurance before a load is assigned. Your equipment is covered by the carrier's cargo insurance from pickup to delivery, and our dispatch team verifies the certificate of insurance before every dispatch — not once a year.
Where We Coordinate It
Dobie coordinates heavy equipment transport across all 50 states, with deep operating experience in Texas, the South Texas border region and cross-border routes into Mexico. Wherever the pickup and the delivery are, one team manages the entire move.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does skid steer transport cost?
Skid steers are among the most economical machines to ship — legal dimensions, wide carrier pool, simple loading. Distance is the main variable; quotes are free.
Tracks or wheels — does it matter for transport?
Both load fine. Steel tracks may need wood on the deck depending on the carrier; rubber tracks and wheels drive straight on.
Can two skid steers ship together?
Yes — two machines often fit one step deck and share the line-haul cost. Multi-unit moves price better per machine.
What if the machine doesn’t start?
It can be winched — flag the condition when booking so the carrier arrives equipped.
Last reviewed: August 2026 · Reviewed by the Dobie Transport logistics team
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