A Reliable Escort Vehicle and Pilot Car Company in Arizona
Pilot cars are required to ensure the safety of the load, drivers, and other motorists when transporting oversized loads within Arizona. Arizona's diverse geography, comprising mountainous terrain and high and low-elevation deserts, necessitates the employment of an experienced pilot car services provider like Nationwide Transport Services. We have assembled a top-tier team of certified drivers to ensure the best customer experience. The roles of Pilot cars range from route survey before transit to traffic control during transport. Route surveying is often required by law and involves conducting a detailed assessment of the proposed route to determine its usability for the intended load. It allows for identifying utilities such as low-hanging bridges, power lines, and traffic signals. It is essential in states where permits from utility companies are required. Traffic control ensures probable roadblocks or heavy traffic are known beforehand, and alternative routes are identified to reduce delays.In Arizona, pilot cars are necessary for loads over 14 feet wide, 16 feet high, or 120 feet long.In Arizona, pilot cars are necessary for loads over 14 feet wide, 16 feet high, or 120 feet long.
Pilot Car Requirements In Arizona
In Arizona, a vehicle qualifies as an escort vehicle if it is a passenger vehicle or has a two-axle truck operating as a single unit; it should be registered and meet insurance requirements as provided by law. These vehicles must adhere to all requirements under A.R.S. § 28-1110 and maintain their certification that meets the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance certification standards and the escort vehicle operator training. The vehicle must carry the same emergency equipment required for a truck tractor, bus, or truck in the A.R.S § 28-960 and 49 CFR 393.95, including fire extinguishers, warning devices for stopped vehicles, and emergency staff-mounted warning flags.
An "OVERSIZE LOAD" sign must be mounted above the vehicle's roofline, visible to approaching traffic from the front and rear. Two flags must accompany each side of the oversized load sign. All vehicles in the convoy must be in continuous communication by two-way radio that can transmit and receive a minimum of 1/2 mile.
Why You Should Book Our Pilot Car Services
When you book our pilot car services in any state, you can trust that your shipment is in good hands. Below are some reasons you should trust us with your over-dimensional load.
- We have 14+ years of experience.
- Our drivers are experienced, vetted, and licensed.
- Work with dedicated experts.
- 24/7 Free consultation.
- We have modern state-of-the-art cars and resources.
- We’re fully insured, licensed, and bonded.
- Affordability.
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Legal Requirements for Transporting Oversized Loads in Arizona
Height Requirements:
- Loads above 15 feet in height require one preceding escort vehicle equipped with a clearance bar extending 6 inches above the permitted height. Loads past 17 feet require written agreements signed by the owners of overhead facilities (utilities, traffic signals, etc.).
Length Requirements:
- One pilot car is required for loads 100 feet or more preceding or following, and two are required for loads exceeding 115 feet.
Width Requirements:
- Loads over 14 feet require one pilot car following at 200 feet in continuous travel, and manufactured home units over 14 feet need two pilot cars.
Overhang Requirements:
- One front pilot car is necessary for front or rear overhangs over 10 feet. If the rear overhang exceeds 35 feet, there should be one front and one rear pilot car.
Special Stipulations:
- You should not move oversized loads exceeding certain specifications during certain holidays, including New Year's Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Christmas, and more.
