BRITISH COLUMBIA
British Columbia Oversize Permits
British Columbia Ministry of solicitor General Motor Carrier Division
Address: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada V8T5A3
Contact: 1 (800) 559-9688
Hours: 8;30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. (PT)
Permits
Oversize/overweight permits are valid for one trip only. Permittee gives the starting date and the number of days that it will take to travel through British Columbia.
Weight:
| Single | 29,700 |
| Tandem | 50,600 |
| Tridum | 63,800 |
| Quad | Not allowed |
Gross Weight:
| 5 Axles | 114,400 lbs |
| 6 Axles | 133,377 lbs |
| 7 Axles | 140,800 lbs |
Length: 101’
Width: 14’6”
Height: 15’6”
When Escorts Are Needed:
On 2-Lane Highways: # of Escorts
| Width 12’6” up to and including 14’6” | 1 Front |
| Width 10’6” up to and including 11’6” | Escort may not be required if tractor has rotating beacon on cab’s roof |
| Overhang 9’11” Front or 20’5” Rear, or more | 1 Escort |
| Length 90’3” or more | 1 Rear |
On 4 or More Lane Highways:
| Width 10’6” up to and including 14’6” | 1 Rear |
| Width 10’6” up to and including 11’6” | Escort may not be required if tractor has rotating flashing beacon on cab’s roof |
| Length 90’3” or more | 1 Rear |
| Overhang 9’11” front or 20’5” rear, or more | 1 Escort |
Vectra Heavy Haulers is a well-rated overweight trucking company that will offer you cost-effective goods transportation in Alberta. We follow all the provincial and local Overweight permit laws. For more British Columbia Oversize/Overweight Permit (OSOW) office regulation information.