Vermont Oversize Permits

Vermont (VT) Legal Dimensions

Length: On interstate and authorized highways, a semi-trailer’s maximum permitted length is 53 feet, measured from the kingpin to the rear axle, with an overall length restriction of 75 feet. On non-designated routes, the maximum trailer length is 48 feet.

Width: 8 feet 6 inches.

Height: 13 feet 6 inches.

Weight: 80,000 Pounds Gross Weight.
Single Axles: For authorized highways 20,000 Pounds and for others roads 22,400 Pounds.
Tandem Axles: For authorized highways 34,000 Pounds and for others roads 36,000 Pounds.
Tridem Axles: For a distance of 8 feet, the acceptable weight is 34,000 pounds. When the distance increases to 9 feet, the required weight limit is 42,500 pounds.

Vermont (VT) Permits Validity, Restrictions and Operating Time

 Vermont (VT) Permits Validity: Vermont (VT) oversize / overweight permits are valid for ten travel days.

Vermont (VT) Operating Time: One-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset, On weekends, travel is restricted on the loads exceeding 10 feet 6 inches wide, 100 feet long, or 108,000 pounds in gross weight. Also, restrictions may be enforced on Friday afternoons from July 1st through Labor Day. Overweight loads can travel with the flow of traffic are not restricted to daylight hours.

Vermont (VT) Restrictions on Travel: Permits for loads are issued if they cannot start or end within Vermont. Vermont typically does not issue permits for loads that start or end in the state. Unless otherwise noted, the speed restriction on state roads for loads weighing more than 90,000 pounds, or 10 feet in width or 75 feet in length, is 45 mph. Holiday travel is forbidden for load larger than 10 feet 6 inches in width, 100 feet in length, or 108,000 pounds in gross weight.

Vermont (VT) Routine Permits Limits

Length: 99 feet.

Overhang: The overhang should be surpassing more than one-third of the load’s overall length.

Width: 14 feet 11 inches.

Height: 13 feet 11 inches.

Weight: The department analyzes and decides on issues or cases based on the unique information and conditions of each individual case.

Superload: Loads that exceed the specified length, width, or weight restrictions or 150,000 pounds GVVW are considered superloads. It required review from engineer for routes of states. It is necessary to take 10 working days.

Vermont (VT) Escorts/Pilot Cars Information

Length: If the length is 80 feet and exceeds, required one escort.

Overhang: If length is 15 feet or more than it, required one escort and A second escort may be required based on the state’s judgment.

Width: 15 feet and more than it required one escort.

Height: More than 14 feet high is very restricted in Vermont so often escort is not required.

Symbols, Banners, Lights information: For any O/D transport, a “Oversize Load” sign must be shown on the front of the lead vehicle as well as on the rear of the load. Flags (at least 18″ square) should be set at corners and ends of loads or vehicles with excessive width or length. For over-length load or a rear overhang that exceeds 4 feet, a flag must be placed at the end if it is less than 2 feet wide, and two flags if it is 2 feet or bigger. For weights measuring 12 feet broad or longer than 80 feet, the towing vehicle must have a flashing amber light. These indicators are not necessary for movements with overweight individuals.

Vermont (VT) Oversize permits Regulations and Information

Vermont (VT) Oversize Permits Phone Number: (949) 208-2371

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