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Kentucky Oversize and Overweight Permits

The legal load weight and dimension limits in Kentucky are as follows:

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  • Length: 65 feet

  • Overhang: Less than 5 feet

  • Weight: 80,000 lbs GVW

  • Width: 8’6 feet

  • Height: 13 feet

When Are Pilot Cars or Escort Vehicles Required in Kentucky?

  • Width:

    • Loads over 10’6” on 2-lane roads require 1 front escort or pilot vehicle.

    • Loads over 12’ on 2-lane roads require 1 front escort or pilot vehicle and 1 rear escort or pilot vehicle.

    • Loads over 12’ on 4-lane roads require 1 rear escort or pilot vehicle.

  • Length:

    • Loads over 75’ on 2-lane roads require 1 rear escort or pilot vehicle.

    • Loads over 85’ on 2-lane roads require 1 front and 1 rear escort or pilot vehicle.

    • Loads over 110’ on 4-lane roads require 1 rear escort or pilot vehicle.

How Much Do Trucking Permits Cost in Kentucky?

  • Single Trip Permits: $60

  • Annual Permits for Loads Less Than 14 Feet Wide: $250

  • Annual Permits for Loads Between 14 to 16 Feet Wide: $500

  • Annual Permits for Steel (150-Mile Limit): $250

  • Annual Permits for Steel (Statewide): $500

  • Annual Permits for Farm Equipment Less Than 14 Feet Wide: $80

  • Annual Permits for Farm Equipment Between 14 to 16 Feet Wide: $150

  • Annual Permits for Industrial Equipment Haul: $20

Kentucky Oversize and Overweight Permit Limits

Here are the maximum weight and dimension limits for loads in Kentucky, even with a permit:

  • Single Axle Weight Permit: 24,000 pounds

  • Five Axle Weight Permit: 96,000 pounds

  • Six Axle Weight Permit: 120,000 pounds

  • Seven Axle Weight Permit: 160,000 pounds

Maximum Dimensions with Permit:

  • Max Length: 95 feet

  • Max Overhang: 25 feet

  • Max Width: 14 feet

  • Max Height: 15 feet

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