Oversize Load Checker
Enter your load dimensions to instantly know if you need oversize permits, pilot cars, or special routing — in any US state or 120 countries.
US Standard Legal Limits
↔️ Width8.5 ft (102 in)
> 8.5 ft → oversize permit required in all 50 states
↕️ Height13.5 ft
> 13.5 ft → route survey required in most states
↔️ Length65 ft
> 65 ft → rear escort required in most states
⚖️ Gross Weight80,000 lbs
> 80,000 lbs → overweight permit required
Quick Classification
Based on your dimensions, your load falls into one of these categories:
Standard Legal
Within all limits
No permit required
Oversize Class I
Up to 12 ft wide
Permit + 1 pilot car
Oversize Class II
Up to 14 ft wide
Permit + 2 pilot cars
Superload
> 16 ft wide / 200k lbs
Special routing + engineering review
Why Width Triggers Change by State
The 8.5 ft standard is federal, but states add their own escort trigger thresholds. Texas requires a pilot car at 12 ft wide; California requires one at 10 ft; Arizona requires one at 14 ft. Some states require police escorts above 16 ft regardless of permit.
TX
Pilot car @ 12 ft wide
CA
Pilot car @ 10 ft wide
FL
Pilot car @ 12 ft wide
LA
Pilot car @ 12 ft wide
OH
Pilot car @ 12 ft wide
AZ
Pilot car @ 14 ft wide