Width: 8'6"
Height: 13'6"
Length: 53' Trailer (Approved Highways)
GVW: 80,000 lbs
Single Trip Permit: 5 Days
Annual Permit: 12 Months
IRP Trip Permit: 72 Hours
IFTA Fuel Permit: 72 Hours
Overweight Only: 24/7
Standard Loads: Day & Night (Most Counties)
Larger Loads: Daylight Only
Holiday Restrictions Apply
Length: Generally No Escort
Width: Over 15' → 1 Escort
Height: Route Dependent
Overhang: As Required
Wisconsin Oversize and Overweight Permits are required whenever a vehicle or load exceeds the state's legal size or weight limits. These permits help ensure safe transportation while protecting Wisconsin highways and bridges.
Chicago Permit provides fast and affordable Wisconsin Oversize Permits, Overweight Permits, Overhang Permits, Single Trip Permits, Annual Permits, and Multiple Trip Permits. Our permit specialists help carriers stay compliant with Wisconsin DOT regulations while ensuring quick permit approvals.
| LENGTH | WIDTH | HEIGHT | GROSS WEIGHT |
|---|---|---|---|
|
53 Feet Trailer
(Approved Highways) 48 Feet Other Roads Overall: 75 Feet |
8 Feet 6 Inches Maximum Legal Width | 13 Feet 6 Inches (Statewide) | 80,000 Pounds |
Wisconsin oversize permits can be obtained online through our website chicagopermit.net or by calling us at 270-908-9656
In Wisconsin, any vehicle or load that is 8 feet 6 inches wide or less may travel without a special permit on most roads.
Wisconsin requires a permit for vehicles or loads exceeding legal limits in width, height, length, or weight. Permits can be issued for single trips or multiple trips, depending on the load and route.
Yes, Wisconsin issues 72-hour trip permits for out-of-state carriers operating in the state without IRP registration.
Wisconsin oversize permits can be obtained online through our website chicagopermit.net or by calling us at 270-908-9656
The cost of an overweight permit in Wisconsin varies by gross vehicle weight. For example, a load under 90,000 pounds may cost $200, while heavier weights increase the fee accordingly.
Fees range from $200 to over $850 based on the weight class. Loads exceeding 150,000 lbs. require an additional $10 for every 1,000 lbs. over that threshold.
Oversize permit fees range between $15 and $90 for single trips and can reach up to $1,050 for multiple-trip oversize/overweight permits, depending on dimensions and load type.
Wisconsin law requires oversize permits for loads that exceed 8 feet 6 inches wide, 13 feet 6 inches high, or 75 feet in overall length. Escorts and special signage may be required for larger dimensions.
Applications for Wisconsin oversize permits can be submitted online via our website chicagopermit.net or by calling us at 270-908-9656
Night travel is generally not allowed for oversize loads unless specifically stated on the permit. Restrictions also apply during weekends and holidays for certain dimensions.
Truck regulations in Wisconsin cover vehicle size, weight, safety equipment, fuel tax, and registration requirements. Vehicles must comply with both state and federal guidelines.
The maximum allowable Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) on most Wisconsin highways is 80,000 pounds, unless a permit is obtained for heavier loads.
Any load that is over 8 feet 6 inches wide, 13 feet 6 inches high, or 75 feet long is classified as oversized and requires a permit.
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