What Is a Pilot Car?
in Greece 🇬🇷

A Όχημα Συνοδείας (also known as a "Συνοδεία Μεταφοράς") is a specialized vehicle that escorts υπέρβαρο φορτίο shipments in Greece. These vehicles are essential for safely navigating υπέρβαρο φορτίο transport through areas with tight clearances, narrow roads, bridges, and heavy traffic. The όχημα συνοδείας operator communicates with the truck driver via two-way radio to guide them through challenging sections of the route.

In Greece, όχημα συνοδείας operators must meet specific requirements that vary by region. Common requirements include: a valid driver's license appropriate for the jurisdiction, completion of certified όχημα συνοδείας training courses, proper vehicle equipment including oversize load signage, amber warning lights, two-way radios, height measuring equipment, and flags/paddles. Operators must also carry adequate liability insurance and be familiar with άδεια μεταφοράς procedures in Attica, Central Macedonia, Thessaly, and other regions.

A όχημα συνοδείας is typically required in Greece when a shipment exceeds standard dimensional limits. The specific thresholds vary by region, but generally a single escort is needed when width exceeds 3.0–3.5 metres, and two escorts (front and rear) when width exceeds 4.0–5.0 metres. Height, length, and weight thresholds also apply. Night moves, weekend restrictions, and route-specific requirements may mandate additional escorts. Popular transport corridors in Greece include routes connecting Athens, Thessaloniki, Piraeus, Patras.

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