Navigating Heavy Haul Transport in Yukon: A Complete Logistics Management 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.
For companies involved in heavy haul transport, understanding oversize vehicle permit requirements and safety regulations for transporting oversized loads is crucial for successful operations. This guide covers everything you need to know about moving large equipment while maintaining compliance.
Permit Information
- Single-trip permits required for each movement
- Immediate permit number issuance allows port/scale access
- Permit cost varies by dimensions and weight
- Different permit types available depending on needs
Operating Hours & Travel Restrictions
- Standard operating window: Sunrise to sunset
- Restrictions may depend on:
- Load dimensions
- Route characteristics
- Seasonal conditions
Equipment Specifications
- Tractor wheelbase: No limit if overall length < 85′
- Tridem drive tractors allowed with:
- Lift axles raised at all times
- Spread axles (10′–10′6″ spacing): Max 42,107 lbs for the combination
- Lift axles:
- Legal when properly used
- Must carry full proportional weight
Legal Dimensions for Heavy Haul Trucks
- Length:
- 53′ semi-trailer (with lift axle raised)
- 75′ overall combination
- Width: 8′6″
- Height: 13′6″
- Weight limits:
- Steer axle: 12,100 lbs
- Single axle: 22,000 lbs
- Tandem axle: 42,000 lbs
- Tridem axle: 50,600 lbs
Routine Permit Limits
- No set maximums for:
- Length
- Overhang
- Width
- Height
- Weight under permit:
- Single axle: 25,350 lbs
- Tandem axle: 51,920 lbs
- Tridem axle: 59,840 lbs
Pilot Vehicle Requirements for Oversize Shipments
- Length-based:
- Over 91′: 1 pilot vehicle
- Over 101′9″: 2 pilot vehicles
- Overhang:
- Over 21′4″ beyond last axle: 1 escort
- Width-based:
- Over 10′5″: 1 escort
- Over 12′6″: 2 escorts
- Height: Case-by-case (typically 1 escort for excessive height)
Safety & Visibility Requirements
- Flags:
- All four corners of overwidth/overlength loads
- All projections beyond legal dimensions
- Signs:
- “Wide Load” or “Long Load” signs mandatory
- “Oversized Load” signs for combinations
- Additional requirements may apply for:
- Night transport
- Special configurations
- Urban movements
Best Practices for Compliance
- Verify oversize permit requirements regularly
- Conduct detailed route planning
- Maintain required safety gear and documents
- Monitor seasonal restrictions
- Engage experienced logistics professionals for complex moves
Understanding oversize transport regulations and following best practices ensures safe, compliant, and efficient heavy haul operations.