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Hauling Oversize Loads in Oklahoma

Hauling oversize loads in Oklahoma involves several steps.

In Oklahoma, 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 Oklahoma.

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.   

Oklahoma oversize load hauls also may require local city and county permits. Obtaining a state permit in Oklahoma does not relieve you of the liability of cities and counties. Most Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma, 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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OK PILOT CAR REQUIREMENTS FOR HAULING OVERSIZE LOADS
Pilot Car Width:
  • Greater than 12’0
    • 1 pilot required
  • Greater than 14’0
    • 2 pilots required, 2-lane highway &
      Super 2-lane highway
    • 1 rear required, multi-lane highway
  • Greater than 16’0
    • 2 pilots are required
Pilot Car Length:
  • Greater than 80’0
    • 1 front required, 2-lane highway
  • Greater than 100’0
    • 2 pilots required, 2-lane highway &
      Super 2-lane highway
  • Greater than 150’0
    • 1 Pilot required, Interstate
      • Pilot is required at State Permit
        office discretion

Manufactured Homes:

  • 18’0 wide
    • 2 pilot cars required
Pilot Car Height:
  • 15’9 or greater
    • 1 front pilot with Height sensor
    • 1 rear pilot required
Pilot Car Overhang:

N/A

Additional Info:
LIGHTS & SIGNAGE REQUIRED TO HAUL OVERSIZE IN OK
Light Requirements:

Lights Specs:

  • Flashing or strobe Amber or Red light
  • Must be visible 500 ft., 360 degrees
  • Front & highest/widest point on the rear of
    the load
Sign Requirements:

Sign Specs:

  • Wording:
    • “OVERSIZE LOAD”
  • Size:
    • 7′ x 18″
  • Lettering:
    • 10″ x 1.4 (2″ if Series E)
  • Colors:
    • Black letters on Yellow background
  • Location:
    • Front of transport vehicle and rear of
      vehicle/load
Flag Requirements:

Flag Specs:

  • 18″ x 18″ Orange or Red squares
  • Mounted on all four corners of the load or
    widest extremities
  • Or mounted on staffs on all four corners of
    the load or widest extremities

OK PILOT CAR EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS TO HAUL OVERSIZE
IN OK
Certification Requirements:

Certification Requirements for Oklahoma pilot cars:

  • Must be certified by Department of Public
    Safety.
  • Recognizes Pilot/Escort Vehicle Operator
    Certifications from:
    • Colorado
    • Florida
    • Minnesota
    • North Carolina
    • Utah
    • Washington
Light Requirements:

Light Requirements for Oklahoma pilot cars:

  • Amber rotating or flashing beacon or flashing light bar system
  • Must be visible at least 500 ft.
Sign Requirments:

Sign Requirements for Oklahoma pilot cars:

  • Wording:
    • "OVERSIZE LOAD"
  • Size:
    • 5’0 x 12″
  • Lettering:
    • 10″ high x 1 1/2″ brushstroke
  • Color:
    • Yellow background, black lettering

Additional Signage Requirements:

  • Company/Owner name
  • City name
  • Telephone number
  • Displayed on both sides of vehicle
  • Visible to motoring public
Flag Requirements:

Flag Requirements for Oklahoma pilot cars:

  • Red flags 12″ squares
  • Angled upward at 45 degree angle on corners of vehicle
Vehicle Requirements:

Vehicle Requirements for Oklahoma pilot cars:

  • Pickup truck not less than ton rated load
    capacity
  • Automobile not less than 2,000 lbs.
Additional Equipment:

Additional Equipment for Oklahoma pilot cars:

  • 2-Way Radio
  • Height pole
  • 10 lb. BC Fire extinguisher and/or 2, 5 lb.
    Chemical Fire extinguisher
  • 4, 15 min. flares
  • 2 Red hand-held flags
  • 4 Reflective triangles
  • 2, 24″ STOP/SLOW paddles
  • Orange hard hat
  • Fluorescent Orange vest
  • Flashlight w/ 2 D-cell batteries
  • Full-size spare tire w/ tire jack & lug wrench
Important Links: Oklahoma Pilot/Escort Certification Program

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