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New Jersey (NJ) DOT Phone no.# (270)908-9656
Oversize & Overweight Trucking Permits for Single Trip, Fuel, Overhang and Annual Permits
New Jersey (NJ) oversize permits validity: These permits are valid for Five-days. Before entering with a heavy haul, it is necessary to secure permits.
New Jersey (NJ) Legal Dimension
Length: 57 feet 6 inches for trailer on designated routes and 65 feet for all roads.
Overhang: 7 feet rear overhang.
Width: 8 feet 6 inches.
Height: 14 feet.
Weight: Gross weight 80,000lbs
Single Axle 21,600lbs
Tandem Axles 34,320lbs (If tandem axles are near together) & 39,000lbs (If Tandem axles are 10 feet distant).
Tridem Axles Relies on distance of axles.
New Jersey (NJ) Routine Permit Limit
Length: Relies on routes.
Width: Relies on routes.
Height: 15 feet 6 inches required route survey, 18 feet high required clearance of local authorities utility and municipal and it also Relies on routes.
Weight: Single Axle 23,000lbs in state of New Jersey, 18,000 to 20,000 for others and usually relies on distance of axle.
Tandem Axles 46,000lbs
Tridem Axles 60,000lbs
Quad Axles 68,000lbs
5 Axles 105,000lbs
6 Axles 119,000lbs
7 Axles 127,000lbs
In New Mexico, axles that are 10 feet or more apart are regulated by the same weight limits as tandem axles, rather than two separate single axles.
New Jersey (NJ) Travel Time:
You may travel half an hour before sunrise to after half an hour sunset Monday to Saturday, Sunday is not allowed to travel except “Overweight”. Overweight acceptable to operate continue if its not exceeding 10 feet in width, 120 feet in length, 14 feet 6 inches in height and 140,000 pounds in gross weight.
New Jersey (NJ) Travel Restrictions:
In Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Espanola, movement is forbidden from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
In addition to SR599, Santa Fe restricts mobility from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Time limits are imposed on Albuquerque Interstates but not I-25 via Santa Fe.
Movement is prohibited when visibility is less than 1,000 feet or wind speeds exceed 25 mph.
Major holidays prohibit travel, and limitations may begin the afternoon prior.
New Jersey (NJ) Escort / Pilot Car Requirements and Information
Length: More than 90 feet required 1 escort/pilot car and more than 110 feet required 2 escorts/pilot cars.
Width: More than 14 feet and some routes more than 12 feet in width required 1 escort/pilot car. More than 20 feet required police escort and flag person.
Height: More than 16 feet required 1 escort and route survey.
Signal, lights and flags requirements for oversize load In New Jersey (NJ):
Signs: Signs of “Oversize Load” or “Wide Load” required on front and rear of load or truck for oversize and overweight load.
Flags: Red flags (12 inches square) are required to attached on front right and left corners and each corner of the load. Amber light: Amber or red light required at the top of the car if towing vehicle oversize load exceeds 12 feet in width.
Additional details for loads in New Jersey:
Removal of Blades and Buckets: Buckets, blades, and counterweights should be removed if they are readily removable, but the load may still be lifted with them attached if needed.
If the blade and bulldozer combined exceed the weight restriction, the blade may be separated and carried on the same trailer, as stipulated in the permit.
Blades less than 14 feet wide may be raised without separation as long as the bulldozer is properly supported.
For broad loads, ensure that the side mirrors are suitably extended to avoid obstructing the vision around the load.
If the bulldozer’s blade and arm exceed 14 feet in width (measured from the right angles of the trailer’s axles), they must be separated and carried in a manner that does not create safety issues.
New Jersey (NJ) Single trip (IRP) OR Fuel (IFTA) and Annual Permits:
To obtain New Jersey (NJ) Single trip (IRP) OR Fuel (IFTA) and Annual Permits, the carrier must log into the state’s online permitting system, acknowledge the permit conditions, enter the vehicle and load information, select the travel dates, and provide the route details. Get your permits by calling us at (270)908-9656.
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New Jersey(NJ) Overweight Permit
This permit is necessary when a vehicle exceeds the allowable weight restrictions imposed by an authority. It guarantees that the truck may move securely on roadways while causing no harm to infrastructure.
New Jersey(NJ) Overlength Permit
The permit is required for vehicles that exceed the standard-length limit. It enables the transportation of longer goods, such as huge beams or pipes, while maintaining their safety and legality.
New Jersey(NJ) Fuel/Trip Permit
These permits are normally valid for one trip and is often necessary for trucks that do not have a regular IFTA (International fuel tax agreement) in place and IRP (International Registration Plan) registered. It enables the truck to drive through particular countries while remaining compliant with fuel tax requirements.
New Jersey(NJ) Overhang Permit
The permit is required when a load exceeds the rear or front of the vehicle. It guarantees that the overhanging weight is delivered securely, without endangering other road users.
New Jersey(NJ) Over-width Permits
A permit is necessary for vehicles that exceed the normal width limitations. It enables the transportation of larger loads, such as massive equipment or prefabricated constructions, while maintaining their safety and legality.
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FAQ'S Asked Questions about Oversize Permits
New Jersey oversize permits information including legal dimensions, routine permit limits, and escort requirements, operating times and restricted travel.
To get your Oversize permits by calling us at (270)908-9656 in New Jersey, you must apply via the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT). The application may be submitted online via the our website https://www.comparetransport.com/new-jersey-oversize-permits/ . You will need to give information about your vehicle, load, and route. Permits are usually good for five travel days.
New Jersey's overhang rule limits vehicle loads to 3 feet in front and 4 feet in back.
You must apply for general permits, including oversize and overweight permits, by calling us at (270)908-9656 and via our website https://www.comparetransport.com/new-jersey-oversize-permits. The application procedure includes providing required paperwork and paying the appropriate costs. Permits must be acquired before entering the state.
Length: More than 100 feet needs one escort; more than 120 feet requires two.
Width: More than 14 feet needs one escort; more than 16 feet requires two.
Height: More than 14 feet, one escort is required.
In New Jersey, a load is deemed broad if it exceeds 8 feet 6 inches on designated highways or 8 feet on all other roadways.
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