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Lowbed Capacity Guide
Understand lowbed payload classes for transporting excavators, dozers, rollers, loaders, crushers and abnormal plant loads.
- Best machine classes
- Typical applications
- Selection factors
- Related hire pages
Overview
Lowbed transport is selected according to machine weight, width, height, length, loading method, route restrictions and permit requirements. A lowbed that is too small creates safety and legal risk; one that is too large may increase unnecessary transport cost.
For heavy plant hire, transport planning is as important as the machine itself. Excavators, dozers, crushers and large loaders may require route planning, escorts, permits and suitable loading areas.
Information needed for a lowbed quote
- Machine make, model and operating weight.
- Overall width, height and length.
- Collection and delivery locations.
- Whether loading ramps or assistance are available.
- Any site access restrictions, steep roads or abnormal load requirements.
Transport planning considerations
- Confirm if buckets, blades or attachments need to be removed.
- Check bridge, overhead and turning restrictions.
- Plan delivery times for sites with limited access or safety controls.
Related equipment and guides
FAQs
How do I know which machine size to hire?
Start with the project type, material, access conditions and required output. If production is important, the machine should be matched to the supporting fleet rather than selected in isolation.
Can Project Plant Hire help choose the right equipment?
Yes. Send your site details, hours, location and application, and we can recommend suitable hire options and supporting machines.
Should I choose wet hire or dry hire?
Wet hire is usually better when experienced operators are required or productivity matters. Dry hire may suit clients with their own trained operators and site management.
Need help choosing the right plant?
Tell us what you need to move, dig, load, compact, crush or transport and we’ll help match the correct machine class.