What determines the price
Instead of a flat rate we calculate every transport individually. These factors determine the price:
What does a heavy haulage transport cost?
At a glance
A heavy haulage transport has no list price. The price results from dimensions, weight, route, permits, escort vehicles and customs. We check your project free of charge and then quote a binding fixed price – no off-the-shelf per-kilometre rate.
| Factor | Why it influences the price |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & weight | determine the vehicle type, the number of axles and whether oversize/overweight conditions apply |
| Route & bottlenecks | bridge loads, clearance heights and detours can rule out the shortest route |
| Permits | StVO §29 procedures per country, lead times and conditions (VEMAGS) drive time and cost |
| Escort vehicles | BF3/BF4 or police escort as stated in the permit – depending on how far the limits are exceeded |
| Customs & transit | on non-EU routes T1/TIR, border clearance and, where applicable, the Caspian ferry |
| Time windows | night runs, road closures and tight deadlines increase the coordination effort |
| Crane & handling | loading, crane positioning and supporting structures for particularly heavy packages |
Why a fixed price after the study – and no off-the-shelf rate
Because these factors vary so much from project to project, a flat rate would not be serious. We do it the other way round: first the feasibility study – route, dimensions, permit situation and vehicle concept – then a binding fixed price with no hidden extras. That way you know exactly where you stand before placing the order.
What we need for a quote
For a quick calculation the following is enough: collection and delivery point, weight, dimensions (L×W×H), type of load and your preferred date. Details on permits can be found in our guide to heavy haulage permits.
Request a free feasibility study
Tell us about your project – you will receive an honest assessment and a fixed-price quote.