Overview
Local Term
load pilot
pilot vehicle
Language
EN
Permit Authority
NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)
Data Quality
HIGH
Max Width (std)
2.5m (8.2 ft)
Max Height (std)
4.25m
Max Length (std)
20m
Escort Thresholds
Cat 1: width 3.1–3.5m
1×
civil
Cat 2: width 3.5–4.7m
2×
civil
Cat 3: width > 4.7m or height > 5m
Police involvement required
3×
both
Required Equipment
Yellow roof signs: OVERSIZE LOAD
Amber lights
High-visibility flags
⚠ Travel Restrictions
✗ Night-time moves may trigger extra escorts
✗ Narrow bridges may require additional pilots
Data confidence: high · Last verified: April 2026 · Source: NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)