Guidelines

What size is oversized load?

What size is oversized load?

Anything over 8.5 feet wide is considered oversized load; shipments exceeding 12 feet wide may require one to two pilot vehicles in the front and/or back of the flatbed truck.

What is the widest load allowed on highway?

Simply, an oversize load is any load that exceeds the maximum legal width, height, and/or length as defined by each state or province in the United States and Canada. Typically, the maximum legal load width is 8.5 feet, and the maximum height limit is 13.5 to 14.5 feet.

How much is an oversized load?

In general, oversize load costs per mile start around $2.30. Costs can quickly go up though as the size of your load increases. Larger loads can cost well over $10 per mile. Make sure to get rates from multiple oversize cargo transportation companies to ensure you get the best rate.

How much is an overweight ticket in ND?

North Dakota Oversize and Overweight Fines and Penalties

WEIGHT FINE
13,001 – 14,000 lbs $1,680
14,001 – 15,000 lbs $1,800
15,001 – 16,000 lbs $1,920
16,001 – 17,000 lbs $2,550

How big of an oversize load can I Drive in North Dakota?

Weight restrictions range from legal weight only to 8-tons, 7-tons and 6-tons per axle. Ton-mile exceptions are sometimes available, but they are very expensive. SIGNS, FLAGS & LIGHTS:“Oversize Load” sign is required on rear of the vehicle when overall length exceeds 75′.

When do you need an overweight permit in North Dakota?

A single trip oversize/overweight permit is required for a non-reducible oversize and/or overweight load movement that exceeds North Dakota legal vehicle size and weight limits. See the ND Legal Vehicle Size and Weight Guide and the ND Weight Limitations Chart for further information.

Is there a weight limit on a vehicle in ND?

See the ND Legal Vehicle Size and Weight Guide and the ND Weight Limitations Chart for further information. The online system (E-Permits) accepts single trip permit for all oversize/overweight load movements. Axle weights shall not exceed maximum permitted limits.

Are there single trip permits in North Dakota?

Permits (not subject to approval) are available 24/7. Notifications of changing conditions are sent to drivers with single trip permits to help save travel time and enhance safety. Overall height, width, length and gross vehicle weight of truck/trailer with load