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Montana oversize permits & escorts (flatbed)
What to know before moving oversize/overweight flatbed freight in Montana—permits, escorts, and the details that speed approvals.
Info to share for permits
- Exact length, width, height, and total weight
- Origin/destination ZIPs and preferred route, if any
- Axle spacing/weights if available for heavier loads
- Loading method (crane/forklift/drive-on) and site constraints
- Requested dates/times; note weekend/holiday limits
Escorts and safety gear
- Pilot cars when height/width triggers MDT requirements
- Police escorts for specific configurations or routes
- Lighting/flags/signage per Montana rules
- Route checks for construction, weather, bridges, and curfews
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For flatbed, step deck, or double drop moves that need Montana permits, share dimensions, weight, and timing so we can plan routing and escorts.
We focus on flatbed-capable freight (flatbed, step deck, double drop). For multi-axle heavy haul beyond these profiles, we can point you to a heavy-haul partner.
Montana permits FAQ
- When does a Montana flatbed load need an oversize permit?
- When height, width, or length exceeds Montana legal limits for standard flatbed/step deck/double drop moves. Share exact dimensions so we can verify against current MDT thresholds.
- What info do you need to pull a permit?
- Dimensions (L x W x H), total weight, axle spacing/weights if available, origin/destination ZIPs, and preferred dates. Route notes help us avoid low structures or restricted roads.
- Do I need escorts for oversize loads in Montana?
- Escorts are required when certain width/height thresholds are crossed. We confirm pilot car needs per MDT rules and arrange them with the permit.
- Can you route-plan around height or width restrictions?
- Yes. We run route checks to avoid low structures, construction, or curfews, and adjust permits/escorts accordingly.
- How long do Montana permits take?
- Standard oversize permits are often same-day during business hours; more complex or heavier moves can take longer. Early accurate dimensions speed approval.
- What’s the difference between oversize/overweight and heavy haul?
- Oversize/overweight within flatbed, step deck, or double drop profiles is our lane. Multi-axle heavy haul beyond those profiles is handled by a heavy-haul partner we can refer you to.