Hours of Business
New Brunswick
New Brunswick
Overweight and Oversize Loads
Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 6000
Fredericton, New Brunswick, E3B 5H1
PHONE: (506) 453-2982
8:15 AM - 4:30 PM (Atlantic time)
Escorts
| When escorts are needed | # of escorts |
| - Length: Over 90’2”(27.5m) | 1 Rear on single lane roads |
| - Length: Over 98’5” (30m) | 1 Rear |
| - Width: Over 12’ (3.66m) | 1 Front on single lane roads or 1 Rear on multi-lane roads |
| - Width: Over 16’ (4.88m) | 2 (Front and Rear) on single lane roads |
| - Width: Over 10’ (3.05m) to 12’ (3.66m) | 1 Rear if travelling at night |
| - Height: | No escort required for height |
Consult your permit to determine when escorts are needed.
SUPER LOADS
A load with a weight around 72,000kgs (158,400 lbs) is usually considered a super load, depending on destination.
Escort vehicle requirements can differ significantly by province in terms of mandatory driver qualifications, training, certifications, vehicle weights, obligatory signage/flags/lighting, necessary onboard equipment, and more. The ODS team can provide you with all additional requirements specific to your route.