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Hauling Oversize Loads in New Jersey

Hauling oversize loads in New Jersey involves several steps.

In New Jersey, you need an oversize load permit if your vehicle exceeds 8’6″ wide, 14’0″ high, 65′ long or 80,000 pounds. 

But the preparation does not end with obtaining oversize load permits. Oversize loads often need pilot cars and specialized equipment is required for travel, including oversize load signs and specialized oversize load LED lights for trucks. 

There are standard pilot car requirements when hauling an oversize load in New Jersey.

Permit regulations such as night and weekend travel restrictions and specific curfews should be known prior to travel. 

Routing is another major step in the heavy haul process. Most state agencies will not be aware of temporary construction, bridge heights or travel restrictions on some city/county townships or on Indian reservations. If you have a complicated load, it’s best to check your route or conduct a route survey in advance.   

New Jersey oversize load hauls also may require local city and county permits. Obtaining a state permit in New Jersey does not relieve you of the liability of cities and counties. Most New Jersey cities and counties require additional permits. Choosing not to obtain city or county permits raises liability concerns, specifically two. 

  1.  Ticket/fine: Fines for illegally traveling on city or county roads without a permit range from a few hundred dollars to $30,000 or more.
  2. Accident/Insurance: If you get into an accident while traveling on a city or county road without a permit, your insurance may deny you coverage costing you more than just money.

If you want to speak to a WCS Transportation Consultant about planning your oversize load haul in New Jersey, call (888) 737-6483 now or contact us. An oversize load transport is much more than just permits, a heavy haul transport also includes routing, permit regulations, liability and more.

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NJ PILOT CAR REQUIREMENTS FOR HAULING OVERSIZE LOADS
Pilot Car Width:
  • Greater than 14’0
    • 1 pilot required
  • Greater than 16’0
    • 2 pilots required
Pilot Car Length:
  • Greater than 100’0
    • 1 pilot required
  • Greater than 120’0
    • 2 pilots required
Pilot Car Height:
  • Greater than 14’0
    • Refer to Height/Overhead wires link
      below
Pilot Car Overhang:

N/A

Additional Info:

Additional pilot may be required if night travel
is authorized

Important Links:

 Height/Overhead wires (Title 39:4-28)
LIGHTS & SIGNAGE REQUIRED TO HAUL OVERSIZE IN NJ
Light Requirements:

Lights Specs:

  • Flashing or strobe Yellow or red lights
  • Must be visible 500 ft., 360 degrees
  • Front & rear of the load
Sign Requirements:

Sign Specs:

  • Wording:
    • “OVERSIZE LOAD”
  • Size:
    • 7′ x 18″
  • Lettering:
    • 10″ x 1″
  • Colors:
    • Black letters on Yellow background
  • Location:
    • Front & rear on vehicle combination
Flag Requirements:

Flag Specs:

  • 18″ x 18″ Red squares
  • Must be on all four corners of the load or
    extremities

NJ PILOT CAR EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS TO HAUL OVERSIZE
IN NJ
Light Requirements:

Light Requirements for New Jersey pilot cars:

  • Headlights and tail lights must be on
Sign Requirements:

Sign Requirements for New Jersey pilot cars:

  • Wording:
    • "WIDE LOAD" and/or "OVERSIZE LOAD"
  • Size:
    • 5’0 x 1″
  • Lettering:
    • 10″ high x 1″ brush stoke
  • Color:
    • Yellow background, black lettering
Flag Requirements:

Flag Requirements for New Jersey pilot cars:

  • 2 Red 18″ square flags
  • Displayed on corners
    • Front corners
      • preceding load
    • Rear corners
      • following load
Additional Equipment:

Additional Equipment for New Jersey pilot cars:

  • 2-Way Radio

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