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    How many annual hours do heavy haul lone rangers run?

    Wanted to clarify that my planned business model is to run a triaxle 55 ton stretch RGN and get loads off of the loadboards like DAT, Internet Truck Stop etc. I certainly don't expect to get project work.
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    How many annual hours do heavy haul lone rangers run?

    Guys, I have recently asked you many newbie questions from heavy haul operations perspective. I am now pivoting to financial planning so I need your help with understanding a very critical point please. For all you lone rangers out there, the ones who are constantly hustling for business on...
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    Are all roads closed during heavy haul prohibited travel times?

    As a newbie researching heavy haul travel times, I need your help to understand an important route planning issue please. I see that different states have different travel time restrictions for heavy haul loads. For example, some states allow travel only between sunrise and sunset and some...
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    Heavy haul loads cannot go on the Interstate system?

    GPC, HeavyLift: Your responses are appreciated very much! Singh
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    Heavy haul loads cannot go on the Interstate system?

    Dear Truck 505, Please accept my gratitude for your reply. It conclusively answers my question. Regards, Singh
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    Heavy haul loads cannot go on the Interstate system?

    Guys, This must be the dumbest question you all have heard in a while! But to a newbie heavy hauler wannabe like me, it is a logical question and I hope to get better educated by your answer. From all the research I have done, it is pretty clear that federal rules say the the maximum gross...
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    When does one apply for heavy haul trip permits?

    Lee, GPC - Thanks for your input. It is appreciated very much! GPC - You asked if I know how long it takes to load a machine. I have no clue! That is on my list of next set of questions to ask! But let me attempt a dumb ass answer though since you brought up his vital point here. My business...
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    When does one apply for heavy haul trip permits?

    Please help me with a newbie question. I have no heavy haul experience. I am writing a heavy haul business plan which is all on paper right now and I need your help to understand an important point please: Assume that you are an owner operator who does his own dispatch, permits, billing and...
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    Heavy haul truck specs for pulling 55ton RGB trailer

    What Volvo model is it please? I didn't know one could get a heavy speced Volvo that would be the equivalent of a T800 or a Coronado SD or a Pete 389. Once you give me the model number, I will go over to Volvo and take a look. Thanks!
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    Heavy haul truck specs for pulling 55ton RGB trailer

    GPC, I will certainly keep your advice in mind at purchase time with a leaning towards new truck purchase. If money was not an issue, what is your opinion about putting in a Ultrshift PLUS 18 speed instead of the manual 18 speed into the type of heavy haul truck you bought? I talked to Eaton...
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    Heavy haul truck specs for pulling 55ton RGB trailer

    GPC, I am very grateful for the new truck prices you have posted. My experience is only with used trucks. From the postings I have been making recently, you will know that I am a newbie to trucking. I started earlier this year by buying used 2007 Kenworth T2000s with 650K miles for $40K (and...
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    Heavy haul truck specs for pulling 55ton RGB trailer

    GPC, Thank you very much for the input! It helps validate my research. The listing link is also immensely helpful. Is there any particular reason you are going with the Pete 389 over the Kenworth 800 or the Coronado SD? Singh
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    Even dead-heading with long but empty trailer requires permit?

    Willie59, My 53 feet reefer trailers have kingpin set 3 feet from the trailer front and rear axle (slider tandem axle) set 10 feet from the trailer back thus set at 40 feet kingpin to rear axle to comply with California regulation. I am new to trucking and I haven't had any trailer length issue...
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    Heavy haul truck specs for pulling 55ton RGB trailer

    Let us assume new truck purchase. Assuming that I am starting with a clean sheet, what specs should go into the truck to lug around the 55 ton RGB running all 48 states around the year? Your point is well taken about losing big with new truck if venture fails. So new vs used decision will...
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    Heavy haul truck specs for pulling 55ton RGB trailer

    I am preparing a business plan for a 55ton RGB heavy haul business. I want to nail down the essential specs for a heavy haul truck to pull the 55ton RGB. My practical experience is limited to 53 foot reefer trailers where even a 400hp 10 speed truck will do for 80000 pound gross combination...
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    Even dead-heading with long but empty trailer requires permit?

    Please help me with a newbie question. I have no heavy haul experience. The question I am asking is certainly dumb but surely has a good logical answer which I hope some of you will shed light on. I am preparing a future heavy haul business plan for which I am evaluating purchase of 55 ton...
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    How much better is 20 inch deck vs. 24 inch deck for a RGB?

    Please help me with a newbie question. I have no heavy haul experience. I am evaluating 55 ton stretch RGBs for future purchase. For example, Fontaine 55MX or XL Specialized 110HDE or Kaufman 55TON. Some have 20 inch loaded deck height and others have 24 inch loaded deck height. My business...
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    Lowboy axle spacing 54.5 vs 60 inch

    Just wanted to clarify that I have a stretch RGN in mind if it matters. But I think the question would be applicable to RGNs, lowboys class of trailers in general. Sorry, like I said, I a newbie!
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    Lowboy axle spacing 54.5 vs 60 inch

    Hi, I am a newbie heavy haul wannabe. I would appreciate it very much if you experienced folks could help me understand one important point about lowboy trailers please. I plan on buying a 35-40 ton or 50-55 ton lowboy. I see that these trailers are offered by various manufacturers in rear...
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