Most watercraft are transported across land in one of two ways
Towable Trailer
-Eases mobility and reduces loading & handling charges.
-Often increases vessel's overall dimensions, increasing freight costs.
-When calculating dimensions, be sure to measure from the outermost points of the craft and trailer, including the trailer hitch and any other protrusions.
Cradle
-Many boats are secured on custom-built cradles that cannot be towed.
-Often adds to the vessel's overall height, but not to the length (or even width).
-Must be suitable for forklifting and may result in substantial loading and terminal handling charges, especially if a crane must be used.