New Jersey Oversize and Overweight Permits
Maximum Weight and Dimensions Before a Permit is Required in New Jersey:
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Length: 63 feet
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Weight: 80,000 lbs GVW
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Width: 8' 6"
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Height: 13' 6"
When Are Pilot Cars or Escort Vehicles Required in New Jersey?
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Width:
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On 2-lane roads, loads over 14 feet require one pilot car or escort vehicle in the front.
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On 4-lane roads, loads over 14 feet require one pilot car or escort vehicle in the rear.
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For all loads over 16 feet, one pilot car or escort vehicle is required in both the front and rear.
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Length:
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On 2-lane roads, loads over 100 feet require one pilot car or escort vehicle in the rear.
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For loads over 120 feet, one pilot car or escort vehicle is required in both the front and rear.
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Height:
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Loads over 14 feet require one high pole pilot car or escort in the front.
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How Much Do Trucking Permits Cost in New Jersey?
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Single Trip Oversize Permit: $10
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Single Trip Overweight Permit: $10
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Single Trip Oversize and Overweight Permit: $20
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Single Trip Permit for Weight Over 80,000 Pounds: $5 per ton
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Single Trip Permit for Dimensions Exceeding Legal Limits: $1 per foot
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Annual Ocean-Borne Container Permit: $100
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Transaction/Service Charge: $12, plus a 5% service charge on the total permit cost
New Jersey Oversize and Overweight Permit Limits
Weight and Dimension Limits for Permits in New Jersey:
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Length: 120 feet
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Weight: Determined by the federal bridge formula
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Width: 16 feet
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Height: 16 feet