Tailgate Delivery Service
Hydraulic tailgate trucks for safe, professional unloading of heavy and bulky freight â at any location, without the need for a forklift or loading dock. Ideal for warehouses, retail stores, construction sites, and residential deliveries.
đī¸ No loading dock or forklift at your site? Tailgate delivery is the answer â book today.
Get an Instant QuoteSafe Freight Unloading Without a Forklift or Dock
A tailgate delivery (also known as a liftgate delivery) uses a hydraulic lift platform fitted to the rear of the truck. The platform lowers freight from the truck bed safely down to ground level â eliminating the need for a forklift, loading dock, or manual heavy lifting.
It’s the essential solution for delivering heavy or bulky freight to locations that don’t have proper unloading infrastructure â including retail stores, suburban warehouses, construction sites, medical facilities, and residential addresses. Speed Post’s tailgate-equipped fleet can handle these deliveries safely and professionally, wherever your freight needs to go.
Heavy Freight, Lowered Safely to Ground Level.
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1Freight is loaded onto the tailgate-equipped truck at the pickup location using the hydraulic platform or forklift at origin
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2Transported to destination â freight is secured during transit to prevent movement or damage
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3Hydraulic platform lowers freight from the truck bed down to ground level safely and smoothly
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4Driver assisted â our driver helps guide freight off the platform and positions it at ground level on site
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âConfirmation & documentation â delivery confirmed by email with consignment PDF and tax invoice
When to Choose Tailgate Over Standard Delivery
Tailgate delivery is required whenever there is no forklift or loading dock available at the pickup or delivery address. Booking a standard delivery service when tailgate is required can result in a failed delivery and futile call-out charges â it’s important to select the right service upfront.
â You Need Tailgate Delivery If:
- âNo forklift available at pickup or delivery address
- âNo loading dock or raised platform at the site
- âFreight is too heavy to unload manually
- âDelivery is to a residential, retail, or street-level address
- âDelivering to a construction site without unloading equipment
- âPallets or heavy goods being delivered to a small business
âšī¸ Important to Know:
- âStandard tailgate capacity is typically up to 1,000kg per lift â advise us if your freight is heavier
- âStandard items fit within approx. 2.3m long à 1.2m wide à 2.4m high â contact us for oversized items
- âBooking the wrong service type (standard instead of tailgate) may result in a failed delivery and futile fee
- âIf unsure whether tailgate is required, always contact our team â we’ll advise the correct service
Why Choose Speed Post Tailgate Delivery
Safe Hydraulic Unloading
Our hydraulic tailgate platform safely lowers freight from the truck bed to ground level â eliminating manual heavy lifting and the associated injury and damage risks.
Any Location Accepted
Retail stores, suburban warehouses, construction sites, residential addresses, medical facilities â our tailgate fleet delivers safely to any location without dock access.
Nationwide Coverage
Tailgate delivery available across Australia â metro and major regional centres. Contact us to confirm coverage for your specific pickup and delivery addresses.
Driver-Assisted Delivery
Our drivers don’t just lower the freight â they assist with positioning it at ground level and ensuring it’s safely placed at the site, ready for your team to move inside.
Commercial & Residential
We service both business and residential delivery addresses â whether it’s a pallet to a small business or heavy goods to a home, our tailgate trucks handle both.
Transparent Pricing
We quote tailgate delivery as a clear, fixed price â no surprise charges on delivery. Advise us of weights and dimensions upfront for the most accurate quote.
What Gets Delivered via Tailgate
Tailgate delivery is suitable for any heavy or bulky freight being delivered to a location without forklift access or a loading dock. Here are the most common use cases:
Palletised Freight
Pallets of goods delivered to businesses, retailers, or sites without a loading dock â the most common use case for tailgate delivery across Australia.
Furniture & White Goods
Sofas, fridges, washing machines, and large appliances delivered to residential addresses â tailgate ensures safe lowering without risk of damage or injury.
Machinery & Equipment
Heavy engines, industrial machines, and equipment components delivered to workshops, factories, or construction sites where unloading infrastructure is limited.
Construction Materials
Building materials, tiles, steel sections, and construction supplies delivered directly to site â tailgate provides safe ground-level unloading without a crane or forklift on-site.
Medical & Commercial Equipment
Heavy medical equipment, commercial kitchen gear, office equipment, and other sensitive items requiring careful lowering to ground level at the delivery address.
Retail & Store Deliveries
Stock deliveries to retail stores without rear docks â whether it’s a single pallet or multiple pallets of product, tailgate trucks make street-level delivery straightforward.
Tailgate Delivery in 4 Simple Steps
Get a Quote
Tell us your freight weight, dimensions, pickup and delivery addresses. We confirm whether tailgate is required and provide a fixed price.
We Collect Your Freight
Our tailgate-equipped truck arrives at pickup. Freight is loaded onto the truck using the hydraulic platform or forklift at origin and secured for transit.
Safe Hydraulic Unloading
At the delivery address, the hydraulic platform lowers your freight safely from the truck bed to ground level â no forklift or dock required.
Delivered & Confirmed
Delivery complete. You receive a confirmation email with consignment PDF and tax invoice â full documentation in one email.
Tailgate Delivery Across Australia
Our tailgate-equipped fleet services metro areas and major regional centres across all Australian states and territories.
Australia’s Trusted Freight Partner
Tailgate-Equipped Fleet
Our vehicles are fitted with hydraulic tailgate platforms and pallet jacks â purpose-equipped to handle heavy and bulky freight delivery at any location without dock infrastructure.
Experienced, Professional Drivers
Our drivers are experienced in tailgate operations â they assist with safe unloading and positioning of freight at the delivery site, every time.
Fully Licensed & Insured
Speed Post operates within all Australian transport regulations with comprehensive cargo insurance on every shipment.
Rated 4.9/5 by Our Clients
From retailers to construction firms â our clients consistently rate us for safe, professional freight handling and reliable on-time deliveries.
“Our store doesn’t have a loading dock and we receive heavy stock regularly. Speed Post’s tailgate trucks make the whole process smooth â the driver is always helpful and the freight arrives in perfect condition.”
“We needed heavy construction equipment delivered to a site with no forklift. Speed Post arranged a tailgate truck and it was handled professionally from start to finish â no drama, no damage.”
Tailgate Delivery FAQs
What is the maximum weight for a tailgate delivery?
Standard hydraulic tailgate platforms typically handle up to 1,000kg per lift. If your freight is heavier, please advise us when requesting a quote â we’ll confirm whether our equipment can accommodate your load or suggest an alternative solution.
What are the size limits for tailgate delivery?
Standard tailgate trucks accommodate items up to approximately 2.3m long à 1.2m wide à 2.4m high. Items exceeding these dimensions may not fit through the rear of the vehicle. Contact our team before booking if your freight is oversized â we’ll advise the best approach.
Do I need to have someone on-site to receive the delivery?
Yes â someone needs to be present at the delivery address to receive the freight and direct where it should be placed at ground level. Our driver will lower the freight to the ground using the hydraulic platform and assist with positioning, but they cannot move freight indoors or to a specific room.
What documentation will I receive?
On delivery completion, you receive a confirmation email or call with your consignment PDF, freight label PDF, and full tax invoice â all in one email, ready for your records.
Need Heavy Freight Delivered Without a Forklift?
Get a tailgate delivery quote in under 15 minutes â advise us of your freight weight and dimensions for the most accurate price.
