Overview
Local Term
véhicule d'accompagnement
voiture pilote · escorte
Language
FR
Permit Authority
Préfecture / DREAL
Data Quality
HIGH
Max Width (std)
2.55m (8.4 ft)
Max Height (std)
4m
Max Length (std)
16.5m
Max Weight (std)
40t
Escort Thresholds
Class 2: width > 3m
1×
civil
Class 3: larger loads
Plus police escort
2×
both
Required Equipment
CONVOI EXCEPTIONNEL signs
Red/white chevron boards
Amber flashing lights
⚠ Travel Restrictions
✗ Some regions restrict daytime travel
✗ Large transports may operate at night
Data confidence: high · Last verified: April 2026 · Source: Préfecture / DREAL