Anyone moved a truck by rail?

Looking at my options. Need to move a M813 from PA to New Orleans. Is moving it by rail a option or is it cheaper to haul on back of flatbed? Going rate for a truck is $2.25 a mile and I only see that going up every month.

Any suggestions would be appreciated. I moved many MVs by truck but it was at a time when fuel was a little more reasonable.

The Railroad is supposed to be cheaper. If you can drive it on/off the flat bed then you'll have less trouble. Finding a dock for this at both ends will be tricky though. I think NS should cover the route from end to end though. If they don't CSX should.

halftrack said:

Going rate for a truck is $2.25 a mile and I only see that going up every month. .

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Where have you found a trucker for $2.25?

sailor2000 said:

halftrack said:

Going rate for a truck is $2.25 a mile and I only see that going up every month. .

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Where have you found a trucker for $2.25?

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Ray Patton trucking.

Bad thing about shipping it on rail is that in all reality, it will probably get vandalized on the way. I am a conductor on the U.P. and most military trains are "high priority" shipments so they keep them moving. As far as shipping your truck, it would probably do fine but you would probably have broken windshields,mirrors,lights, etc. Remember, kids are mean as helll these days.

We hauled a MASSIVE HUGE rubber tire loader back several years ago and someone had shot an arrow into the side of one of these massive tires. Kinda funny seeing an arrow hanging out of the side of it but I was just glad that I wasn't the one paying for the tire.

Just got off the phone with a NS sales rep and as much as he would like to do business with me, it was just cheaper to send it via truck due to being just a single truck. Oh well!

See www.ushipit.com and put up bids...or www.ytmag.com

If the 813 could make the trip have the 818 buyer drive it to you then drive the 818 home. I'm assuming it's in Chambersburg.

At that price you could drive and fly back cheaper.

Blood_of_Tyrants said:

At that price you could drive and fly back cheaper.

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My thoughts exactly. Its against my grain, but I am seriously considering driving it back.

Just get a tool and spare parts kit together and go for it. If you need to stop for repairs near Nashville. I'll be glad to help if I can. I'll PM my phone #.

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kcimb said:

See www.ushipit.com and put up bids...or www.ytmag.com

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Just a warning for those who are new at shipping vehicles -

I am currently engaged in a legal battle with a shipper off of Uship. He had great feedback but in my hurry to get my truck shipped back here, I did not verify his credentials and he ripped me off for $831.00, my deposit with him.
Paypal was no help as the transaction was not a "tangible" item.

Make sure you verify license and such before sending any money.

I a sure ACE will chime in here.

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If I was not in Korea I would be headed to Chambersburg to drive it for you and buy your 818 and drive it home. Just the cost of being in the Army and not yet retired.

I hope you get it worked out;.

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I know I pay more with the wreaker service I use , but after seeing thing like the above post by area52. It better to pay a little more for the peace of mind.