48' trailer with load hanging 2.5' off back. Does this scenario require red flag(s) on the back?
Red flags required? 48' trailer 2.5 overhang
Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by IluvCATS, Jul 25, 2017.
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I always thought 4 foot and under you were alright but since your in Ca. you my need an escort
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What states?
I know theres something about being a 53ft load on a 48foot trailer is legal as long as it not divisible....? Something along those lines... i could be completely mistaken though. Wait for experience to come along.
But what states is the load going through?
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im certain it is legal. Up to 4' off is ok on a 48'. Just wondering if I need red flag stuck to the back. I did it anyways.
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Most states give you 4' overhang to the rear of a 48' trailer. Put 1-2' of overhang on the nose and 3-4' of overhang on the tail and you can haul a 53' load (even a divisible one) anywhere 53' trailers are allowed. If you want all 5' of overhang on the rear (as in you lack clearance up front to turn), then you'd need flags & banners & possibly even permits.
I've never flagged anything up to 4'.Highway Sailor, IluvCATS, Blackshack46 and 1 other person Thank this. -
I believe California allows like 40% overhang of the item over hanging -
Btw it goes WI to PA. I already made it to PA no red flag. The only reason I'm tripping is because I saw another 48' drive by me with same amount of rear overhang. He had 3 flags on it. I normally only use a 53'. Thx for the answers.
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Last load I hauled had 3 ft off the back and about 5 off the front. No permits but I still had both flags and magnetic lights on the rear. Lots of bad weather so I felt the extra visibility was good. -
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