Flatbed 3-Year Market Data
Tracking gross revenue trends for Flatbed Solo and Team drivers. See how open-deck expertise and securement command premium rates in a recovering market.
FLATBED WEEKLY GROSS
2026: The Specialized Premium
Open-deck capacity is tight, and rates reflect it. Solo owner-operators take home 30-32% of loads, while high-performing teams negotiate 80-85+ CPM, driving team gross beyond $16,000 weekly.
2025: Building Momentum
Flatbed rates began a steady climb. Strong solo owner-operators secured 75%-88% of linehaul plus fuel surcharges, combining base pay with heavy securement and tarp fees to gross $6,000 to $9,000+.
2024: The Freight Recession
A challenging year where standard open-deck rates dropped significantly. Unrepresented drivers were forced to run 3,000 to 5,500+ miles just to gross $1.5k to $4k, severely highlighting the need for expert dispatching.
WE KEEP YOUR DECK FULL
From standard flatbeds to multi-axle RGNs, our Flatbed Dispatch service finds the high-ticket freight that fits your specific trailer specs.
Consistent volume of steel, lumber, and building materials. Our Flatbed Dispatch service negotiates top rates for tarped loads.
Higher rates for taller cargo. Our Flatbed Dispatch service specializes in machinery and industrial equipment that requires that extra clearance.
Our team handles the permits and routing for over-dimensional (OD) and heavy haul loads so you can focus on securement.
Maximize your revenue with high-value, sensitive freight that requires side-loading without the hassle of tarping.
OUR SOLUTIONS
Complete back-office support for open-deck and specialized carriers.
DISPATCH
FACTORING
CREDIT
CHECKS
COMPLIANCE
DEDICATED
LANES
DETENTION
WE PROTECT YOUR REVENUE
Flatbed hauling is hard work. We handle the heavy lifting behind the scenes so you get paid for every strap and tarp.
TARP & STOP-OFF PAY
We never let you tarp for free. We aggressively negotiate top-dollar tarp fees, stop-off pay, and driver-assist fees on every load.
WEATHER ROUTING
Open-deck freight is vulnerable. We actively monitor weather systems and route your flatbed to avoid severe storms and dangerous conditions.
OD PERMITS & ESCORTS
Hauling Oversize or Step Deck? Our team assists with route surveys, permit acquisition, and escort coordination to keep you moving legally.
DETENTION FIGHTERS
Job sites and steel mills are notoriously slow. We track your wait times and aggressively demand detention pay for every hour past the limit.
Expert Flatbed Dispatch service for Open-Deck Carriers
Operating an open-deck trailer requires specialized knowledge that standard freight brokers simply don't have. When you partner with our dedicated Flatbed Dispatch service team, you get more than just a load. We understand the complexities of legal weight limits, over-dimensional (OD) routing, axle capacities, and the true physical cost of tarping. We aggressively negotiate your rate-per-mile to ensure you are properly compensated for the extra labor and heavy securement your equipment demands.
Heavy haul and specialized flatbed freight often come with strict regulatory requirements. We assist our owner-operators by verifying that all specialized loads comply with the official FMCSA Cargo Securement Rules. This proactive approach to your Flatbed Dispatch service prevents costly DOT violations at weigh stations and keeps your truck moving safely across state lines.
Stop Hauling Cheap Steel and Lumber
Don't let inexperienced brokers undercut your value. We target specialized machinery, military freight, and high-value construction materials that require step decks, RGNs, or standard flatbeds. Ready to boost your weekly gross? Contact our dispatch office today to get set up in under 24 hours.
FLATBED FAQ
Common questions about tarps, permits, and heavy haul requirements.
While not mandatory, we highly recommend carrying 4ft, 6ft, or 8ft drop tarps. Tarped loads typically pay significantly higher rates, and we negotiate extra tarp pay on every load.
Our dedicated heavy-haul team assists with route surveys and permit acquisition for Over-Dimensional (OD) loads. We ensure you are legal before the wheel turns.
Flatbed and Step Deck carriers in our network typically gross between $8,000 and $12,000+ per week, with specialized RGN loads paying even more.
Yes. We have specialized desks for Conestoga, Curtain Side, and Flatbed Hotshot (40ft+ gooseneck) setups to ensure you get freight that fits your specific trailer.
We know construction sites can be slow. We track your arrival times and aggressively pursue detention pay for any time spent waiting past the standard 2-hour window.