Carrying heavy and extra heavy loads
In domestic transportation, the terms heavy and extra-heavy loads refer to loads that exceed the standard road limits in terms of weight, dimensions, or both, and require special permits, special equipment, and careful planning to move them.
What is a heavy load?
Heavy load is defined as a load that:
Its weight or dimensions exceed the normal permissible limits of road vehicles
But is still within the range that can be transported by conventional trailers and backhoes and with a traffic permit
Examples of heavy load
Industrial machinery
Large generators
Metal tanks
Large factory parts
What is an extra heavy load?
An extremely heavy load is a load that
its weight or dimensions far exceed road standards
can only be transported by special multi-axle, bogie or modular trailers
requires route study, escort, time restrictions and coordination with the traffic police
Examples of extremely heavy load
Power plant transformers
Large turbines
Large refinery structures
Equipment for oil, gas and power plant projects
Important points in carrying heavy and extra-heavy loads
Obtaining permits from the Highways Agency and the Traffic Police
Checking the tolerance of bridges, tunnels and routes
Observing speed limits and traffic hours
Using specialized drivers and companies