VERMONT PILOT CAR ESCORT SERVICES
Nationwide Transport Services is the most acclaimed provider of pilot car services in Vermont. We offer our services across all 50 states, which makes our interstate service smooth and free of delays and interruptions. Vermont is a mountainous state with rugged terrain and forests covering large swaths. The Green Mountain covers most of the central part of the state, which makes navigation across the state tricky. Shipping oversized loads in such conditions requires experienced drivers familiar with the local routes.
Pilot cars are a legal mandate for oversized and overweight loads if the permits call for them. The Department of Transportation specifies the number and type of escort vehicles required in the permits for each load. Vermont oversized permits are legally binding for ten days of travel and are necessary before an over-dimensional load enters the state. At Nationwide Transport Services, we have an expert legal team who ensures your load meets every state and local district regulation before transport commences. Route planning is a big part of services, given the geography of the Green Mountain State. Our specialists scout the route to ensure the road conditions are conducive to your load. They check for height clearances of bridges, underpasses, tunnels, and any overhead public utilities and railway crossings along the route.
or
Vermont Pilot Car Regulations
In Vermont, pilot and escort vehicles should be compact-sized with a factory gross weight rating of less than 20,000 pounds. For warning signs, the vehicles should have bumper or roof-mounted yellow "OVERSIZE LOAD" signs measuring at least 6 feet long and 12 inches high with black lettering at least 5 inches tall and 1 inch wide visible from both the front and the rear of the vehicle. All four corners of the vehicle should have orange or red safety flags at least 12 inches long or high, mounted at a 40- to 70-degree angle. During operation, the headlights must be on at all times. Other requirements include:
- A civilian band radio or two-way communication device.
- Eight ignitable road flares.
- A first-aid kit.
In Vermont, the maximum load sizes before a permit is required are:
- Length: 53 feet.
- Width: 8 feet 6 inches.
- Height: 13 feet 6 inches.
- Weight: 80,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
- The overhang should be at most one-third of the load's length.
At Nationwide Transport Services, we distinguish ourselves by the ease and simplicity of accessing our pilot car services. We ensure our services are highly engaging our customers throughout the process. We offer our clients free detailed price quotations and answer your questions regarding over-dimensional loads in Vermont. Call us today at (877) 278-3135.
Why Choose Our Oversize Load Escort Services in Vermont?
Nationwide Transport Services is here to ensure your oversized load is delivered safely. Speak to our experts on the requirements and more info.
- Lead Escort Services in Vermont
- Rear Escort Services in Vermont
- Vermont Flagging Services
- Chase Car Services in Vermont
- High Pole / Height Pole Services in Vermont
- Route Survey Services in Vermont
- Port Escort (TWIC CARD) Services in Vermont
- Bucket Truck Services in Vermont
- Super Load Escorting Services in Vermont
NEED A QUOTE?
FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO GET STARTED NOW!
ACTUAL-MID-PAGE-FORM-2024
When Do I Require a Pilot Car or Escort Vehicle for my Shipment in Vermont?
Length:
- Loads with lengths 80 feet or greater require one escort vehicle.
Overhang:
- For overhangs 15 feet or greater, require one rear escort.
Note: A second or more escorts may be required at the state's DOT discretion.
Width:
- Loads measuring 12 feet or greater require one escort.
Height:
- Usually not required, but moving loads over 14 feet in height is very restricted.
