Conestoga Freight Shipping

Flatbed Flexibility. Van-Like Protection.

The conestoga solves the core limitation of open-deck freight: the need to choose between side-loading access and weather protection. With a rolling tarp system that slides open for loading and closes completely during transit, conestoga trailers give you both — without the cost, time, and safety risk of manual tarping.

MyExpressFreight maintains a dedicated conestoga carrier network covering every major US freight corridor. Whether you're moving steel coils from a mill, precision machinery to a plant, glass panels to a construction site, or any other open-deck freight that can't get wet, we have the capacity and the expertise to move it right.

• • Standard and step deck conestoga trailers nationwide
• • Full weather enclosure — no manual tarping required
• • Side, top, and rear loading with crane or forklift
• • Spot and contract rates on all lanes
• • Same-day quotes on most conestoga lanes
• • Real-time GPS load tracking pickup through delivery
• • Certified cargo securement on every load
• • Cross-border conestoga to Canada and Mexico

Conestoga Trailer Specs

Conestoga trailers are built on standard flatbed frames with an integrated rolling tarp framework. Key specs to plan your load:

Standard Length:

48–53 feet

Interior Width:

8.0–8.5 feet (tarp framework reduces usable width slightly vs. flatbed)

Interior Height (closed):

Approximately 8.0–8.5 feet to the tarp bows

Max Freight Weight:

45,000–47,000 lbs (rolling tarp adds ~1,000–2,000 lbs vs. standard flatbed)

Step Deck Conestoga:

Lower deck allows freight up to 9.5–10 feet tall with full weather enclosure

Loading:

Side loading (tarp slides open), top loading (crane), or rear loading — all while fully unenclosed

Securement:

Standard flatbed tie-down points along the deck frame — chains, straps, and edge protectors apply

Tarp System:

Aluminum bow framework with heavy-duty canvas or vinyl tarp on rails — opens and closes at origin and destination

Conestoga Service Options

Spot Conestoga:

One-time market-rate loads on any lane. Ideal for occasional or irregular conestoga freight without contract volume.

Contract Lanes:

Pre-negotiated rates and guaranteed capacity on recurring conestoga lanes. Protects pricing on high-value freight corridors.

Step Deck Conestoga:

For taller freight requiring both the height clearance of a step deck and full weather protection — the best of open-deck and enclosed in one trailer.

Expedited Conestoga:

Priority booking for time-sensitive open-deck freight that requires weather protection. Same-day and next-day pickup available on most lanes.

Crane-Accessible Loading:

We coordinate with carriers whose conestoga trailers allow full top-open access for overhead crane loading at steel mills, fabrication shops, and heavy industrial facilities.

Cross-Border Conestoga:

Rolling tarp service to Canada and Mexico for weather-sensitive open-deck freight crossing international borders.

Why Choose MyExpressFreight for Conestoga

Dedicated Conestoga Network:

We maintain relationships with carriers who specialize in conestoga — not generalist fleets with one or two rolling tarp trailers.

Equipment Verification:

Before dispatch, we verify the carrier's conestoga trailer is in proper working order — tarp system functional, bows intact, deck clean and free of debris.

Cargo Securement Expertise:

Our team confirms proper tie-down for conestoga loads — including coil racks for steel, A-frame boards for glass, and precision blocking for machinery.

Same-Day Standard Quotes:

Conestoga rates returned same-day on most standard lanes. We move fast so your freight does too.

Real-Time Tracking:

GPS visibility on every conestoga load. Know exactly where your high-value open-deck freight is from pickup through delivery.

Claims Support:

In the event of damage, our team manages the entire carrier claim process — filing, documentation, and settlement follow-through.