Overlength Loads

What is "raw material"?
I have yet to see an OD load not require permits, with the exception of farm equipment in some states, so I call BS on that one.
Now certain states will allow certain overhangs, so get clued up on all that. Some states will also require an escort too, so make sure you are covered in that area.
If it's a regular deal, annual/30 day permits will be cost effective when you can get them.
Make a deal with the broker that they pay permits and escorts though, and you will have nothing to worry about. If they claim you don't need permits, what do they have to lose?
If you post the starting and ending points for the loads, we should be able to help you a little more. Understand if you dont want to give away too much information though

Martin

 

A lot of states don't require permits on poles and such, I think to appease the utility companies. The midwest states that build tractors don't require permits on ag equipment under a certain width as well for the same type of reasons.

 

I haul RR rails at 60' in PA and have a couple feet hanging over the front of the trailer and also on the back (53' trailer) and do not need permits, but when taking that same load to VA it is required there (not through MD or WV).

 

Do I personally, not really, especially if those rates aren't plus permits. I can haul 2+ freight all day long that doesn't weigh 40k+ and get me scrutiny from every DOT guy out there. Less than 3-ish, for me isn't worth it. But this is me, not you or your operation. You might not be able to book 2+ freight ever and this is a great opportunity.