Lease On Hotshot Under Our MC
Hotshot rigs (class 3-5 pickup + gooseneck trailer) run time-critical freight that can't wait for traditional carriers. Lease on under our MC, run our oilfield + expedited freight.
Hotshot Lease-On Pay
Per Mile
$0.65–$0.85
Weekly Miles
1,800–2,400
Weekly Gross
$1,200–$2,000
Annual Gross
$60k–$100k
Estimates based on solo driver running typical weekly utilization. You keep 75–85% of these gross figures.
Hotshot Freight Profile
Time-critical heavy parts, oilfield equipment, construction supplies, agricultural machinery. Loads where the shipper needs it tomorrow, not next week. Premium rates for speed.
Equipment Required
1-ton (class 3) or larger pickup + gooseneck trailer 25–40 ft. CDL required if combined GVWR exceeds 26k lbs.
Typical Lane Types
- Oilfield / energy sector freight
- Construction site equipment
- Expedited heavy parts
- Cross-country urgent loads
What You Get
Requirements
- Own/finance class 3-5 pickup (1-ton or larger, 2015+)
- Gooseneck trailer 25–40 ft
- CDL Class A required if combined GVWR > 26k lbs (most hotshot rigs)
- 1+ year hotshot or flatbed experience preferred
- Clean MVR
- DOT physical + drug screen
- Be 21+
Apply to Lease On Your Hotshot
We'll review your truck and driving history, then call you within 1-2 business days.
Hotshot Lease-On FAQs
Specific questions about leasing on with a hotshot.
Is hotshot really worth it vs a full semi?
Hotshot has lower entry cost ($60–100k vs $150–250k for a semi-and-trailer setup) and works for drivers who want to start fast. Per-mile pay is lower than tractor work, but per-load premiums (urgency surcharges) make up some of the gap. Better for drivers who already own a 1-ton pickup.
Where's the freight?
Texas oilfield (Permian Basin, Eagle Ford), construction-heavy markets (Florida, Texas, Phoenix), and agricultural regions are the strongest hotshot markets. We dispatch into these consistently.
Do I need a CDL?
Yes if your rig's combined GVWR exceeds 26,000 lbs — which is most hotshot setups. A 1-ton dually pulling a 40 ft gooseneck almost always crosses that threshold. We can help confirm your specific weight class.