A super load is any shipment significantly exceeding the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) maximum legal limit for cargo moving by road. It’s larger than an oversized load and can’t be divided into smaller parts for shipping.
A super load comprises the cargo and the vehicle or combination of vehicles moving it. Logistics companies typically use truck-trailer combinations consisting of a truck, trailer, dolly, bridge, rear dollies, rear bridge and a trailer drop deck.
This combination distributes the cargo’s weight across multiple axles to prevent road damage. Experts may alter the dolly and bridge arrangements depending on the shipment. Logistics companies can lift axles during turns for extra safety when transporting the load through or in a state that permits it.
Examples of super loads include:
A super load refers to a shipment exceeding 16 feet in width or height, 160 feet in length or 200,000 pounds in weight or a combination of all four. The specific dimensions that identify cargo as a super load vary across states. For example, Washington state’s rules are similar, except the cargo’s load length must exceed 125 feet to qualify as a super load.
The difference between an oversized load and a super load:
| Oversized Load | Super Load | |
| Length | 65 feet | 160 feet |
| Width | 8 feet 6 inches | 16 feet |
| Height | 13 feet 6 inches | 16 feet |
| Weight | 80,000 pounds | 200,000 pounds |
Partnering with an experienced and reliable logistics company is the first step in hauling a super load. Consider an expert who can manage these duties:
Your responsibilities as the cargo owner include:
At Wide Load Shipping, we safely transport super loads within and across states and the U.S./Canada border. Our experts handle all the logistics, from acquiring the necessary permits to cautiously loading and unloading the equipment. You’ll have access to a dedicated logistics specialist, pilot car services and equipment insurance.
Our team will inspect the cargo before shipping and complete a bill of lading (BOL) form to record its state. We’ll also customize the transport solution to your specific requirements.
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