Plant Haulage Services
Need machinery moved between sites? AHS Recovery provides plant haulage and machinery transport for mini diggers, excavators, rollers, forklifts, tractors and other construction machinery. We arrange safe loading, secure transport and careful delivery to an agreed site, depot or hire yard.
Safe, Secure Plant & Machinery Transport
Moving construction machinery isn't as simple as moving a car. Plant is heavier, less manoeuvrable and often needs to reach sites with limited access.
AHS Recovery provides plant haulage for mini diggers, excavators, rollers, forklifts, tractors and other construction and groundwork machinery. Every job starts with a review of the machine, its weight and dimensions, and the access available at both the collection and delivery points.
Machinery is loaded and strapped using suitable equipment for its size and weight, transported carefully to its destination, then unloaded and positioned at an accessible location.
Need Machinery Moved Between Sites?
Call AHS Recovery on 07576 614651 with the collection postcode, delivery postcode and machine details.
Machinery Transport for Construction & Groundwork Projects
Our plant transport service can assist with many planned machinery movements.
Mini Digger & Excavator Transport
Tracked and wheeled excavators moved between sites, depots or hire yards using suitable trailer equipment.
Roller & Compactor Transport
Rollers and compactors collected and delivered for groundwork and resurfacing projects.
Forklift Transport
Forklifts moved between warehouses, yards and construction sites, subject to size and weight.
Tractor & Agricultural Machinery Transport
Tractors and other agricultural machinery transported between farms, dealers and workshops.
Plant Hire Collection & Return
Hired machinery collected from a supplier and returned once work is complete.
Construction Site Deliveries
Plant delivered to and collected from active construction and groundwork sites, subject to access.
Site-to-Site Machinery Moves
Machinery relocated between different sites as a project progresses.
Non-Running Plant Transport
Machinery that will not start or cannot be driven onto a trailer under its own power, subject to assessment.
Digger, Excavator & Construction Machinery Transport
The correct haulage method depends on the type, size, weight and condition of the machine.
We may be able to transport:
- Mini diggers
- Tracked and wheeled excavators
- Rollers and compactors
- Forklifts
- Tractors and agricultural machinery
- Dumpers
- Telehandlers
- Site generators and compressors
- Other construction and groundwork machinery
Provide accurate weight and dimensions before booking. Unusually large or heavy machinery may require additional assessment.
Information Needed for a Plant Haulage Quote
Accurate machine and site information helps us assess the load and access requirements.
Provide:
- Collection postcode
- Full collection address
- Delivery postcode
- Full delivery address
- Machine make and model
- Approximate weight
- Approximate dimensions
- Whether the machine starts and can be driven onto a trailer
- Ground conditions at collection and delivery
- Gate widths and overhead restrictions
- Whether a banksman or extra access is required
- Preferred collection or delivery timing
- Contact details for both locations
Photographs may be requested for unusual, modified or non-running machinery. Do not hide known access or ground condition issues when requesting haulage.
How Plant Haulage Works
Request Plant Haulage
Call 07576 614651 or use the contact page to provide the initial job details.
Share Machine & Site Details
Provide the machine type, approximate weight and dimensions, plus site access information.
We Assess the Load
We review the machinery, ground conditions and access before confirming suitable equipment.
Machine Collection & Loading
The machine is loaded and secured at the agreed collection point.
Careful Transport
The machine is transported to the confirmed delivery site.
Delivery & Unloading
The machine is unloaded at an accessible and suitable location.
Plant Haulage or Winch-Out Recovery?
Plant haulage is intended for planned machinery transport between sites, depots or hire yards. Winch-out recovery is generally more suitable when a machine or vehicle is already stuck on site and needs freeing before it can be moved at all.
Choose plant haulage when:
- A machine needs planned transport between sites
- Newly purchased or sold plant needs delivery
- Hired machinery needs collecting or returning
- A machine is being relocated between depots
- Multiple machines need scheduling for a project
Choose winch-out recovery when:
- Plant or a vehicle is stuck or bogged down on site
- Machinery needs freeing from mud, a ditch or soft ground
- The situation needs resolving before the machine can move at all
Careful, Planned Plant Transport
Plant haulage requires clear planning before collection. The machine's condition, access at both locations and journey details must all be understood.
Wide Range of Plant Covered
From mini diggers to tractors and other construction machinery, subject to assessment.
Site Access Reviewed First
Ground conditions, gate widths and site restrictions are checked before collection.
Clear Communication
We confirm the machine, route and access details before the job is booked.
Careful Loading & Delivery
Machinery is loaded, secured, transported and unloaded according to the assessed requirements.
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Learn MoreFrequently Asked Questions About Plant Haulage
What is plant haulage?
Plant haulage is the planned transport of construction and groundwork machinery, such as diggers, excavators and rollers, between sites, depots or hire yards using suitable trailer equipment.
What machinery can you transport?
We can transport many mini diggers, excavators, rollers, forklifts, tractors and other construction and plant machinery, subject to size, weight and condition.
Can you transport machinery that does not start?
We can transport many non-running machines. Tell us whether the machine can be driven onto a trailer or will need winching on, so we can assess the right equipment.
Do you provide plant haulage outside Ilford and Essex?
We are based in Ilford, Essex and cover local plant haulage within approximately 60 miles. Longer-distance haulage can be discussed and arranged on request.
What information do you need for a plant haulage quote?
Provide the collection and delivery postcodes, machine make and model, approximate weight and dimensions, and any access restrictions at either site.
Can you collect plant from a hire company?
Yes, subject to the hire company authorising collection. Confirm the collection details and any paperwork required before booking.
Do you deliver machinery directly to construction sites?
Yes, subject to site access being confirmed beforehand. Tell us about gate widths, ground conditions and any overhead restrictions.
What is the difference between plant haulage and winch-out recovery?
Plant haulage is planned transport of machinery between locations. Winch-out recovery is used when plant or a vehicle is already stuck and needs freeing before it can be moved at all.
Arrange Plant Haulage & Machinery Transport
Call AHS Recovery with your collection postcode, delivery postcode and machine details. We will assess the load, access and ground conditions before arranging haulage.