Saskatchewan Heavy Haul Transport Regulations: A Complete Guide
Important Note: We are not a permit service and we do not arrange permits for carriers. All information provided below is for information purposes only. Always read permits and provisions carefully as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of information provided below.
When it comes to transporting large equipment in Saskatchewan, proper logistics for heavy haul are crucial for compliance and safety. Our specialized transport services team has compiled this essential guide to help navigate oversize freight solutions and heavy haul project management.
Permit Requirements
- Single-trip permits valid for 24 hours (extensions available)
- Permit number issued immediately for port/scale access
- Oversize and overweight permits have different criteria
- Annual permits available for frequent transport
Operating Restrictions
- Daytime travel only required for:
- Loads over 12′2″ wide
- Loads over 82′ long
- Loads over 16′ high
- Summer restrictions (July 1–Labor Day): No Friday travel after 3:00 PM
- Night travel permitted with:
- Reflectorized signs
- Proper lighting
Key Vehicle Dimensions
- Length: 53′ semi-trailer / 75′ overall
- Width: 8′6″
- Height: 13′6″
- Weight limits vary by road type:
- Steer axle: 12,100 lbs
- Single axle: 20,020 lbs (18,040 lbs secondary/municipal)
- Tandem: 37,400 lbs (31,900 lbs secondary/municipal)
- Tridem: 50,600 lbs (varies by highway class)
Equipment Specifications
- Tractor wheelbase:
- Standard: 244″
- Overweight exceptions with approval
- Annual permits available for long wheelbase units
- Tridem drive tractors:
- Only for non-divisible overweight moves
- Required wheelbase: 260″–268″
- Spread axles:
- Treated as single axle (20,000 lbs max)
- 37,500 lbs for non-divisible loads
- Lift axles prohibited (must be chained)
- Flip axles permitted with configuration limits
Permit Limits
- No maximum limits for:
- Length
- Overhang
- Width
- Height
- Weight limits under permit:
- Tandem: 48,000 lbs
- Tridem: 72,000 lbs (bridge check required if over 60,000 lbs)
Escort Requirements
- Length-based:
- Over 98′ (2-lane): 1 escort
- Over 118′ (multi-lane): 2 escorts
- Width-based:
- Centerline extension: 1 escort
- Over 16′4″: 1 escort
- Height:
- Utility notification required at 17′2″
- No standard escort requirement
Safety & Visibility
- Flags required at all extremities
- Signage:
- “D”, “Wide Load”, or “Oversize Load” signs for loads >10′ wide
- Rear signs required for loads >82′ long
- Lighting:
- Amber beacon required for loads >10′9″ wide
- Night travel requires illuminated signs
- All signs must be removed when not in use