At Fern Rentals, we help you move heavy equipment safely and on time across Uganda. You get low beds, low loaders, and flatbed trailers sized for excavators, bulldozers, cranes, generators, transformers, and containers. Our transport team plans the route, secures the load, and keeps you updated from pickup to final delivery. You focus on your project. We handle the haul.
We serve construction firms, oil and gas contractors, manufacturers, NGOs, government agencies, and private clients. Whether you need to move a 30-ton excavator from Hoima to Gulu, or a container from Mombasa to Kampala, we have the capacity. We provide escort vehicles where required, arrange permits, and coordinate with traffic authorities for oversize or overweight loads. Your cargo arrives as promised, mpola mpola where needed, fast where possible.
You choose the configuration that matches your cargo. Our fleet includes hydraulic low beds for tall machines, modular multi-axle trailers for heavy loads, extendable trailers for long beams, and flatbeds for general freight. Each unit carries certified chains, binders, and edge protectors. Our drivers know the terrain, the weighbridges, and the checkpoints, so your move runs smoothly.
Buying and running your own heavy haul assets locks up capital and attracts ongoing costs. You pay for drivers, spares, parking yards, and insurance even when the trailers sit idle. Hiring gives you the capacity only when you need it. You match the trailer to the exact load and route, then release it when the job ends. Your cash covers materials and labor, not parked steel.
Uganda’s roads and borders demand planning. Height limits, axle loads, bridge restrictions, and seasonal rains affect timing. A specialist hauler reduces risk. We survey the route, pick the right trailer geometry, set the lashing plan, and schedule the move around curfews or roadworks. You gain predictability and fewer headaches. Your client sees a reliable partner who delivers.
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We start with a short checklist. You share weight, dimensions, origin, destination, and any tight gates on site. We confirm the right trailer, choose ramps or crane loading, and agree safe access. This avoids last-minute surprises and extra trips that burn fuel and kameeza.
Tall excavators ride on low beds to clear bridges. Heavy transformers go on multi-axle low loaders to spread weight across axles and protect pavements. Long steel beams use extendable trailers to prevent overhang and fines. You get proper gear for each job.
We deliver across Uganda, from Kampala and Entebbe to Mbarara, Fort Portal, Gulu, Hoima, Mbale, and Arua. We also run regional corridors for cross-border moves through Malaba or Busia to Kenya, Mutukula to Tanzania, Elegu to South Sudan, and Cyanika or Katuna to Rwanda.
We respect axle load limits, height restrictions, and curfews. We plan weighbridge sequences, prepare permits with UNRA or local authorities, and arrange police escorts where required. Your shipment passes checks without costly delays.
You get ETAs, location pings, and delivery photos on WhatsApp. If rain, traffic, or a border queue affects timing, we adjust the plan and share new ETAs. Your client does not chase. You stay in control.
We bring rated chains, ratchet binders, and edge guards. We use minimum tie-down counts, cross-chains, and wheel chocks as per load type. Our crew signs a lashing checklist with your supervisor before wheels roll.
You choose trip-based pricing, day rates for standby, or project rates for multiple moves. For long programs, we stage trailers on your site to cut response time and reduce cost per trip.
If a puncture or mechanical issue arises, our mobile team responds with parts and tools. For critical cargo, we dispatch a backup prime mover. Your delivery time stays achievable.
What equipment can you transport on low beds and low loaders?
We move excavators, bulldozers, graders, wheel loaders, backhoes, cranes, drilling rigs, batching plants, generators, transformers, containers, and long steel. If you have a special load such as a tank or a large press, we assess weight, footprint, and center of gravity, then assign the correct trailer and lashing plan.
Each cargo needs a different approach. Tall machines require low deck heights and attention to overall height. Heavy items need axle spread to protect roads and meet legal limits. Long loads demand even support and securing to prevent flex. We match the plan to the item so it arrives ready for work.
Do you provide drivers and escort vehicles?
Yes. All heavy haul moves include our experienced drivers. We add pilot cars where authorities require them, especially for oversize loads or night moves. Escorts help with lane positioning, bridge approaches, and traffic control. Your cargo gains a safe path and fewer stops.
If your team wants to manage loading, our crew works with your rigger to position ramps, align the machine, and set brakes. We only depart after a joint inspection. For complex sites, we visit early, mark turning radii, and confirm crane positions if lifting is needed.
Can you handle border clearances for regional moves?
We support cross-border moves to Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC, and South Sudan. We coordinate with your clearing agent, share truck and trailer details in advance, and stage documents for pre-clearance. This reduces dwell time at Malaba, Busia, Mutukula, and other borders.
Regional moves demand timing and patience. We plan fueling, driver shifts, and safe stops. We also prepare for weighbridge checks and escort rules that may change by county. You receive status updates at key points so invoices and schedules remain tidy.
How do you decide between a low bed and a low loader?
We look at deck height, load weight, and axle distribution. Low beds give a lower deck for tall cargo under bridges and lines. Low loaders and modular multi-axle units allow higher payloads with better weight spread across axles. We also consider ramp angles for self-loading machines.
Correct pairing prevents damage and fines. If the cargo is both heavy and tall, we combine a deep low bed with more axles. For long items like beams, we use extendable trailers, then add belly straps with edge protection. Your cargo rides stable and within limits.
What information do you need before you quote?
We need the cargo weight, length, width, and height, plus pickup and delivery points, dates, and site conditions. Photos help, especially of gates, bends, or power lines. If you know the machine model, share it. We check manufacturer data and confirm axle loads and tie-down points.
Complete data speeds pricing and scheduling. With accurate dimensions, we avoid wrong trailer assignments or last-minute returns. You get the correct price the first time and a realistic ETA that you can share with your client.
How do you secure loads for safety and compliance?
We use rated chains, ratchet binders, soft slings for sensitive edges, and timber dunnage to spread pressure. We cross-lash where needed and use wheel chocks and parking brakes on mobile equipment. Our team checks tension after the first ten kilometers and at every major stop.
Safety starts at loading. We block and brace, then place conspicuity signs and flags for overhangs. Lights and beacons improve visibility at night. The driver keeps a lashing checklist and tool kit on board. You get a clean handover and a safe arrival.
What happens if rain or roadworks disrupt the schedule?
We build weather and traffic buffers into the plan. If a storm or road closure appears, we reroute or hold at a safe stop. We notify you and revise ETAs. For sensitive cargo, we provide tarps and covers, or we reschedule to daylight when visibility improves.
Ugandan weather shifts fast. We respect that. We work with your site team to prioritize critical deliveries so crews do not sit idle. If a move must wait, we secure the truck and protect the load, then restart when conditions allow.
Do you offer insurance and risk management for high-value cargo?
Yes. We include goods in transit cover and can arrange higher limits for special items. We provide route surveys for heavy or tall loads, share risk assessments, and agree contingency plans. Your PM gets confidence that the plan covers the big what-ifs.
Insurance works best with documentation. We record condition at pickup, note accessories, and share arrival photos. If a claim ever arises, records support a quick resolution. Our goal is to keep claims rare by planning well and driving carefully.
How are rates structured for equipment transportation?
Rates depend on distance, load weight and dimensions, trailer type, escort needs, border work, and standby time on site. Short city moves price differently from long cross-country or regional runs. Project rates can cover multiple moves with one discounted figure.
We keep money matters clear. You receive a written quotation with inclusions and any optional items. If scope changes, we revise and agree before wheels turn. No surprises. Your QS keeps the budget straight and the client happy.
How fast can you mobilize a low bed or low loader?
For Kampala and nearby districts, we often mobilize the same day after paperwork and loading checks. For up-country moves, we plan access, fueling, and police escorts if required, then deploy. Cross-border runs take longer due to permits, but early data speeds everything.
Speed is not enough without safety. We balance both. We help you share realistic dates with the client, then we hit them. If you need to push, we add drivers, extend shifts, and keep communication tight so the job finishes as promised.
Fern Rentals moves heavy equipment across Uganda and the region with care, speed, and clear communication. You get the right trailer, a trained driver, proper lashing, permits in order, and updates you can trust. Your excavator, plant, or container arrives ready to work, not waiting for excuses.
Reserve your move today. Call our office, send a WhatsApp message, or submit the online form. Share the weight, dimensions, pickup and delivery points, and your dates. We will quote, schedule, and dispatch. Your project keeps moving, and your client sees results.
Do you have a plan to make the future? Are you a graduate with less than three years of work experience?
Do you have a plan to make the future? Are you a graduate with less than three years of work experience?
Do you have a plan to make the future? Are you a graduate with less than three years of work experience?
