Moving wide loads safely. We handle the heavy haulage, the certified pilots, and the permits. If it’s over-width or over-weight, we get it there legally and safely.
Moving large machinery or buildings isn’t just about the truck; it’s about the safety cars that go before and after it. “Pilot Vehicles” are essential for keeping the road safe when moving over-dimension loads.
At A&K Cranes, we provide the full package. We supply the heavy transporter truck and the certified Class 1 and Class 2 pilots to escort it. We handle the route planning, bridge engineering checks, and council permits so you don’t have to stress about compliance.
Transporting cabins, site offices, and sleepouts that are wider than a standard lane.
Escorting wide excavators, bulldozers, and harvesters between work sites.
Safely guiding tiny homes through traffic to their final section.
Moving wide tractors, drills, and balers for farmers and contractors.
Escorting long loads like steel beams or trusses that overhang the trailer.
Transporting large boats that require wide-load signage and pilot safety.
Our modern pilot vehicles are fully kitted out with safety signage, flashing lights, and long-range radios.
The powerful trucks that pull the load. Designed for heavy weights and long distances.
We are the team you call when you want it done right the first time. No confusing jargon, no hidden fees, and no “too hard” basket. Just honest work from a local family business that takes pride in solving your problems.
You don't need to hire a truck company and then finding a separate pilot company. We do it all in-house, which saves you admin time and money.
Wide loads require legal permits. We know the system, we know the rules, and we handle the paperwork for you before a wheel turns.
We know Canterbury roads. We know which bridges are too low, which corners are too tight, and where the road works are. We plan the safest path.
Our pilots are proactive. They manage oncoming traffic to ensure your valuable load (and the public) stays safe the whole way.
We check the dimensions (height, width, weight) of your load to see what permits are needed.
We select the right trailer, book the pilots, and submit the permit applications.
We load the item and secure it strictly to safety standards.
We transport the load, managing traffic along the way, and unload at the destination.
Whether you have a question, need more details about our services, or want to discuss a potential collaboration, we’re here to help.
