Moving oversized loads in every state requires pilot cars for legal and safety reasons. Wide Load Shipping has, for over a decade, been providing clients in Illinois with cost-effective pilot car services. Our pilot cars are licensed and certified and have the latest safety features. Our logistics specialists plan your load journey from pick up to delivery. Additionally, pilot cars, besides ensuring safety, help deal with unforeseen circumstances on the road, like road closures and poor weather. Our drivers have had time to master the local regulations, which helps them come up with solutions in such situations. You can use our services in Illinois for projects involving single or multiple oversized loads. Our portfolio of successful escorts includes construction and agricultural machinery, wind turbine blades, and industrial ovens, to name a few. Book now to get a free consultation.
Pilot car requirements are based on a case-by-case evaluation as all areas differ. If your load exceeds any two dimensions, you are required to have an additional pilot car. For example, if you’re over 14′ 6″ tall and 14′ 6″ wide, you would be required to have two pilot cars.
The standard requirements in Illinois are;
In Illinois, for a vehicle to be certified for pilot duties, it must meet the following criteria;
Max Dimensions: 29FT Length, 8.5FT Width, and 11.5FT Height
Max Weight: 45,000LBS
Max Dimensions: 53FT Length, 8.5FT Width, and 11.5FT Height
Max Weight: 48,000LBS
Max Dimensions: 53FT Length, 8.5FT Width, and 11.6FT Height
Max Weight: 150,000LBS
Max Dimensions: 53FT Length, 8.5FT Width, and 8.5FT Height
Max Weight: 48,000LBS