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A Jurassic-Themed Transport: Shipping Three Oversize Steel Dinosaurs

Transporting Steel Dinosaurs from California to Arkansas

Just when you think you’ve seen everything in heavy haul, a transport fit for the prehistoric age comes along.

What happens when a steel t-rex, triceratops, and spinosaurus need transport from California to Arkansas?
Keep reading to find out!

Matteo Labelle, an expert oversize transport agent out of our Orlando, Florida office, got the call. Why did the client in California call Matteo in Florida? Because Heavy Haulers is the best oversize shipping company that provides transport in all 50 states.

The client had three oversize steel dinosaur art pieces ready to load up and ship to their new home in Arkansas. The dinosaurs resided in her yard for over fifteen years, and she refused to part ways.

(Can’t say I blame her! Those are some awesome lawn ornaments!)

So, Matteo assembled a capable transport team to haul the unique dinosaurs safely.

Shipping a Steel Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus On Three Separate Trailers

You have to admit, this is a pretty unique transport. How many times have you seen dinosaurs securely strapped to trailers cruising down the highway?

As cool as it looks, it takes experts to make sure these massive steel dinosaurs are transported safely.

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Tyrannosaurus Rex

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Triceratops

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Spinosaurus

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The dinosaurs resided in a fenced area. Matteo contracted a rotator truck to hoist and rotate the steel artwork onto the designated trailers.

A rotator truck is a heavy-duty tow truck with a rotating boom—hence the name.

The steel dinosaurs were loaded onto the following trailer types:

Tyrannosaurus Rex:

Triceratops:

Spinosaurus:

The team secured the steel dinosaurs to each trailer using Mytee Ratchett Straps. Chains might have damaged, scratched, or dented the artwork. Matteo wanted the safest option possible, which meant straps.

Matteo oversaw every step of the loading process and ensured the team double-checked the tie-downs and secureness of each dinosaur before the drivers set off for Arkansas.

Transporting an oversize steel spinosaurus dinosaur.

Steel t-rex hoisted up by a rotary truck.

Spinosaurus hoisted up by a rotary truck.

An oversize steel t-rex dinosaur on a step deck trailer.

Safely Delivering The Prehistoric Oversize Dinosaurs to Arkansas

The oversize load convoy from Pinon Hills, California, to Arnan, Arkansas, traveled along route I40 E. The 1,463-mile transport departed from California on July 7th. The team adhered to time and state regulations, plus they often stopped to make sure the steel dinosaurs remained safely strapped down.

The dinosaurs held sentimental value to the customer, so Matteo made sure the team did everything in their power to provide a safe and quality transport service.

All three trucks arrived in Arkansas on July 11th. Matteo contracted an experienced wrecking crew to unload them from the trailers and place them exactly where the customer wanted them in her new yard.

Grateful that her new chapter in life started with a successful transport, the client promised to pass Matteo’s name on to anyone she knew who needed equipment (or dinosaur) shipping services.

Total Load Value: $15,000

If you need to ship an oversize load, make sure to call Matteo for a quote!

Matteo Labelle

Orlando, FL
7,000+ Transports

About Matteo Labelle

Matteo entered the equipment transport industry and quickly made a name for himself. When it’s time to haul an oversize load, clients know Matteo will get it done right. His favorite transports are inoperable vehicles and equipment because he loves a unique challenge. He thrives on helping clients in tight spots and finding the best solutions for each transport. Matteo is a strong asset to the NTS team and always puts the needs of his clients first.

Specializations:

Heavy Hauling

Oversize Loads

Heavy Duty Trucks

Construction Vehicles

Wide Load Shipments

THE GREATEST THING ABOUT WORKING AT NTS IS THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO LEARN. THE TEAM ALWAYS ENCOURAGES GROWTH AND PROVIDES CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM TO HELP ME GROW INTO THE BEST AGENT I CAN BE.