A Reliable Escort Vehicle and Pilot Car Company in Indiana
Transporting oversized loads across Indiana can be a hectic task. Nationwide Transport Services smooths out the process by handling every transport step. Besides escorting vehicles, we provide cranes for loading or unloading, conduct route surveys, and obtain permits. Our dedicated legal team of specialists ensures we follow the state’s regulations before transit. Our drivers are well versed in traversing dense metros; thus, the cities of Indianapolis, Richmond, or Fort Wayne will pose no challenge. We offer our services across all 50 states and offer interstate shipments.
Pilot cars are a legal requirement in all states. They lead or follow oversized loads, warning other motorists and guiding the tow vehicles. When going through narrow roads with multiple lanes, the escort moves ahead, clearing the road. Some loads may require police escorts who work with our drivers to conduct the transport. Permits are the backbone of any oversized load shipment. They regulate the travel times, routes, and maximum dimensions. In Indiana, oversized permits are valid for fifteen days and are a requirement before entering the state. Drivers must have the vehicle permit in hand during transport.
Pilot Car Requirements in Indiana
Pilot cars must have a minimum of 4 wheels with a maximum registered weight of 11,000 lbs. They must have a flashing amber light mounted at the top. An “OVERSIZE LOAD” must be displayed to be visible when approaching traffic. Their communication is via two-way radios compatible with local law enforcement. With the permitted vehicle and load, the pilot car may not be more than 500 feet away in front or behind. Permitted vehicles do not operate during hazardous weather, poor road and traffic conditions, or less than 500′ visibility.
At Nationwide Transport Services, we cater to your subsequent transport and let our clients enjoy Indiana’s most trustworthy pilot cars.
| Legal Loads Limit | ||
|---|---|---|
| Length: | 60 feet | |
| Width: | 8 feet 6 inches | |
| Height: | 13 feet 6 inches | |
We understand all requirements, and our services are pocket-friendly. Contact us at (877) 278-3135 today and get a quotation for your shipment.
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Legal Requirements for Transporting Oversized Loads in Indiana
Length Requirements
The length is over 85′. On two-lane highways, one front is mandatory. Over four-lane highways, one rear is a requirement.
Overhang Requirements
The legal overhang is 4 feet for the front and 10 feet for the rear.
Width Requirements
The width is over 12'4″. Two-lane highways require one front pilot car, while on four-lane highways, one rear escort car is necessary.
Special Stipulations
Continuous 24/7 travel permitted for loads up to 110′ long, 10′ wide, 13'6″ tall, and less than 200,000 lbs. Thirty minutes before sunrise and the same after sunset, seven days per week, for loads over 110′ long, 10′ to 14'4″ wide, and up to 15′ tall. Operations are between half an hour before sunrise and half an hour after sunset, Monday through Friday, for vehicles between 14′-4″ and 16′ wide. 8:30 through 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, for loads over 16′ wide, 15′ high, or 200,000 lbs. There is no travel on major holidays and holiday weekends.
Height Requirements
The height is 14'6″ or more. When two-lane highways are used, one pilot car serves in front. On the other hand, one rear escort vehicle is mandatory when using a four-lane highway.
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