Transporting a 5-ton 200 miles from base

[ichudov]

I sometimes get an itch to get a 5 ton or an M35, with some business justification also (moving surplus equipment, as my business is selling industrial surplus).

The nearest base is Sparta, WI, and I am near Chicago, which is about 3.5 hour drive at the speed limit.

If, hypothetically, I win a 5 ton or an M35, I probably need to have it towed/trailered to my location, right?

What is the ballpark price for such a service and what sort of business should I look up in Yellow Pages or online?

Thanks

 

[wreckerman893]

A deuce can be hauled on a gooseneck pulled by a big dually......look for a "Hotshot" rig that operates in your area.

A 5 ton cargo would prob have to be shipped on a lowboy behind a Class 8 tractor to be legal.

There should be a truck broker near you that handles all sorts of loads.

The big issue is working around GL's pickup schedule.......finding someone who is experienced in picking up/delivering at a military base is a little harder.

There may be a SS member close by that can help you out like I do for folks at Redstone here in AL.

 

[Beerslayer]

Sparta is a good location, they sell a lot of trucks there. I would budget $2 per mile one way.

BTW, thanks for hosting all those manuals online. I really appreciate it.

 

[ichudov]

Sparta is a good location, they sell a lot of trucks there. I would budget $2 per mile one way.

BTW, thanks for hosting all those manuals online. I really appreciate it.

That's not so bad. I will ask here if I win one.

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