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Road Haulage

Heavy Haulage Drayage

Manage transport of oversized OOG cargo on national highways using lowbeds and multi-axle modular trailers.

Highway Drayage & Heavy Transport Equipment

Oversized road haulage is the critical connection between shipper warehouses and ocean ports. Standard dry cargo trucks cannot carry loads that are too wide or exceed axle-weight limitations.

We operate a fleet of specialized heavy transport trailers, including lowboys, semi-lowloaders, drop decks, and hydraulic multi-axle modular trailers, configured to distribute weight safely across highway lanes.

Axle Load Regulations (MoRTH India)

Heavy haulage must comply with axle-weight limits defined by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) to protect road infrastructure:

  • Single Axle (2 tyres): Maximum weight limit of 9 metric tons.
  • Single Axle (4 tyres): Maximum weight limit of 11.5 metric tons.
  • Tandem Axle (8 tyres): Maximum weight limit of 21 metric tons.
  • Hydraulic Modular Axles: Capable of carrying up to 18 metric tons per axle row, used to distribute extreme machinery weights.

Road Safety & Escort Vehicle Staging

Ensuring safe transit on public roads requires specialized safety measures:

  • Pilot Escort Cars: Vehicles equipped with yellow flashing warning beacons driving ahead of and behind the oversized trailer to warn traffic.
  • Night Transit Restrictions: Large OOG cargo moves are restricted to off-peak hours (typically 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM) inside municipal limits to prevent traffic gridlock.

Drayage FAQ

What is a lowboy trailer and why is it used?
A lowboy trailer is a semi-trailer with a low deck height, designed to carry exceptionally tall cargo (like cranes or transformers) while remaining within highway height clearance limits.
What is a hydraulic modular trailer?
A hydraulic modular trailer consists of connectable wheel units with hydraulic suspension systems that can be configured in length and width to distribute and carry extreme loads (exceeding 100 metric tons).

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