Oversized Cargo Transportation: Find Specialized Fleet and Orders
Solve your challenges for delivering large-scale and non-standard cargo without intermediaries or find high-margin requests for your specialized fleet across Spain and Europe.
Lardi-Trans is a professional ecosystem where low-loader owners and customers of complex logistics conclude direct deals.
Oversized Haulage: Delivering Non-Standard Freight of Any Complexity
For Shippers
Transporting cargo that exceeds standard road dimensions in length, width, or height requires more than just powerful machinery—it requires precision planning and regulatory expertise.
On our platform, you will find contractors with a specialized fleet of low-bed trailers (góndolas), extendable telescopic trailers, and modular platforms.
The service allows shippers to quickly find an available trailer in their specific Spanish region, while helping carriers minimize downtime for expensive equipment by securing loads for return journeys.
Need to transport a harvester, an industrial turbine, or a yacht? Find a Spanish carrier specializing in out-of-gauge (OOG) loads.
- Chassis Selection: Search for equipment with specific loading heights, ramps, or front-loading (detachable gooseneck) capabilities.
- Turnkey Solutions: Choose contractors ready to handle DGT special permits (autorizaciones complementarias) and technical route surveys.
- Reliability: Verified ratings and reviews help you entrust high-value assets to experienced professionals.
For Carriers
Do you own a low-loader or an extendable platform? Access the most profitable orders in the Spanish freight market.
- Premium Earnings: Rates for oversized cargo are significantly higher than standard curtain-side transport.
- Broad Geography: Find loads across all Spanish provinces and international routes, maximizing your fleet utilization.
- Detailed Search: Filter requests by specific dimensions to find cargo that perfectly matches your trailer’s technical data.
Types of Oversized Loads and Specialized Fleet
Lardi-Trans users look for transport solutions for the most non-standard objects in Spain:
- Agricultural Machinery: Combine harvesters, tractors, and seeders. Often require trailers with outriggers (ensanchadores).
- Construction & Civil Works: Excavators, pavers, and prefabricated concrete blocks. High demand for "low-boy" front-loading trailers.
- Industrial & Energy: Transformers, wind turbine blades, and industrial boilers requiring telescopic extendable trailers.
- Nautical Transport: Boats and yachts requiring specialized cradles and low-clearance routing.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Oversized Transport in Spain
What cargo is officially considered "oversized" in Spain?
Cargo is considered oversized if the total dimensions of the vehicle and load exceed standard limits: typically a width over 2.55m, a height over 4.00m, or a total length over 16.50m (for articulated lorries). Transporting these loads requires a special permit from the DGT or regional authorities (Catalonia/Basque Country).
How is the cost of oversized transport calculated?
Pricing is highly individual. It is influenced by the degree of "oversize" (Group I, II, or III), the mandatory use of pilot cars (vehículos de acompañamiento), permit fees, route complexity (e.g., bypassing low bridges), and seasonality. You can host a tender on Lardi-Trans to compare market rates.
Who is responsible for obtaining the special permits?
Generally, the carrier manages the application for the Autorización Complementaria de Circulación because the permit is linked to the technical specifications of the specific tractor and trailer. Always clarify in the chat if the permit fee is included in the freight rate.
Is a pilot car (escort) always required?
In Spain, a pilot car is mandatory if the load exceeds a width of 3.00m or a length of 20.50m. For even larger loads (width over 5.00m), a Civil Guard (Guardia Civil) escort may be required. You can find carriers on our platform who handle the entire coordination of these escorts.
Can I find a trailer with loading ramps for self-propelled machinery?
Yes. For machinery like tractors or road rollers, search for trailers with hydraulic or manual ramps (rampas). For equipment with extremely low ground clearance, specify a "detachable gooseneck" for front-loading access.
Is oversized cargo insured during transit?
Given the high value of OOG cargo, specialized insurance is standard. Most professional oversized load carriers in Spain hold CMR insurance with high coverage limits or specific liability policies for industrial goods. Always verify the insurance certificate before loading.