Tucker Freight Lines

Established in 1956. Art Pape Transfer is a specialized trucking company based in Dubuque, IA. We operate 50 trucks pulling flatbed, step deck, RGN, and van trailers. In 1956, Art Pape purchased a small livestock hauling operation in Cascade, IA. Livestock was hauled from Eastern Iowa to the Chicago area. The business expanded when we began to haul... steel back to Iowa in the livestock trailers. In the early 60's we began hauling salt, fertilizer, and other bulk commodities. In 1965, Art Pape Transfer moved to Dubuque, IA, where we have been ever since. In 1978, Art retired; selling the business to three of his sons, Dave, Loras, and Allan. In the 80's we transitioned away from the bulk business and focused entirely on van, flatbed, and specialized hauling. In 1989, we opened a facility in Waterloo, IA to better serve customers in that area. We marked the new millennium with the construction of a new facility in Dubuque in 2000. In 2006, Art Pape Transfer became a third generation business when Loras' son Chris purchased a portion of the business.Read More