Are you looking to ship an oversized load in Indiana? Wide Load Shipping offers unmatched pilot car services in the Hoosier State. We tailor our services to fit your load and offer complementary services like providing trailers and cranes. Oversized loads require permits and specific insurance policies to move on public roads. Our teams have thoroughly mastered the Indiana oversize regulations and work to ensure your load runs smoothly and is compliant. Pilot cars accompany oversized loads for public safety and to avoid damage to your load. Our drivers have mastered guiding loads through dense urban metros, which can significantly challenge over-dimensional loads. Indiana has many large cities like Indianapolis, Fort Wyne, Carmel, South Bend, and Bloomington. Indiana is a giant in steel manufacturing, an industry we have served for over a decade. Involve our pilot car services today for a hassle-free experience.
The Indiana Department of Transportation governs the movement of oversized loads in the state through oversized permits. Permits may call for additional escorts depending on the type of load, route taken, and time of the year. The standard requirements for the use of escort vehicles for oversized loads in the state are;
Pilot vehicles need to meet specific legal requirements to ensure they can effectively serve their roles. Apart from being in a safe operating condition, pilot cars in Indiana must also meet the following conditions;
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