Manitoba Oversize / Overweight Trucking Permits Rules and Requirement

Manitoba oversize permits phone number: 630-222-5770

Manitoba oversize permits

Manitoba Oversize permits OR Manitoba Overweight Permits are required when a vehicle or its load exceeds the state feet legal size or weight limits and needs to travel on public highways. These permits ensure compliance with safety standards and protect road infrastructure.

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Manitoba oversize regulations

Manitoba Legal Dimension Limit
Legal Dimensions for Trucking in Manitoba
Length: 53 feet for semitrailer and 75 feet 5 inches for overall
Overhang: 3 feet 3 inches for both (Front and Rear)
Width: 8 feet 6 inches.
Height: 13 feet 6 inches

Manitoba Legal Weight Limit

Axle weight limits Manitoba

Steering axle: 12,000 pounds
Single axle: 20,020 pounds
Tandem axle: 35,200 pounds
Tridem axle: 46,200 pounds

Manitoba Routine Limit: Manitoba Oversize and Overweight Limits

Length: 98 feet 6 inches
Width: 15 feet
Height: 15 feet
Maximum Weights With BC Overweight Permit:
Axle Weight:
Single axle: 20,000 pounds
Tandem axle: 44,445 pounds
Tridem axle: 60,500 pounds
Note: Maximum Weight depends on distance of axles and configuration

Equipment Specifications

  • Tractor Wheelbase: The tractor wheelbase, measured from the center of the steer axle to the center of the drive axle, must not exceed 244 inches without an annual extended wheelbase permit. This permit is vehicle-specific and must be obtained for the exact wheelbase measurement (from the center of the steer axle to the center of the drive axle) and the trailer wheelbase (from the kingpin to the center of the trailer axle group). To determine eligibility, you must provide accurate wheelbase measurements when making an inquiry. Oversize or overweight permit loads do not receive additional exemptions from the wheelbase regulations.
  • Tridem Drive Tractors: Pusher or lift axles are not recognized. All axles must remain engaged in operation.
  • Spread Axles: A spread axle group, defined as having an axle spacing greater than 6 feet, is considered a single axle for weight allowance purposes. It is restricted to carrying a total weight of approximately 20,000 pounds (10,000 pounds per axle). In Manitoba, trailers with spread axles measuring between 10 feet and 12 feet must have an annual spread axle permit if exceeding 3.05 meters. However, this permit does not grant any additional weight allowances.
  • Trailer Lift/Flip Axles: Manitoba allows lift or flip axles on trailers for overweight permit loads if the axles are evenly spaced. When not in use, the lift axle must be securely fastened. An annual permit can be obtained for the lift axle, provided the axle group maintains uniform spacing

Manitoba oversize permits validity period

Permits are issued for a single journey, with the validity period determined by the total length or duration of the trip. To operate legally in Manitoba, commercial carriers must secure the appropriate permits based on vehicle size, weight, and registration status.

Operating Time Manitoba:

Travel is not allowed on Sundays or public holidays. For loads exceeding 10 feet in width, travel is prohibited from 3:00 PM on Fridays until sunrise on Mondays. Loads wider than 12 feet are not permitted to travel at night unless accompanied by two (2) escort vehicles.

Holiday Travel Restrictions

During summer holidays and public holidays, travel limitations apply on certain designated routes within the province. These restrictions are enforced to manage traffic flow and maintain safety during peak travel times.

Road and Bridge Oversize Restrictions

All vehicles—whether self-propelled or towed—must adhere to posted bridge weight limits.
If a vehicle exceeds legal weight limits, it must cross bridges at the lowest practical speed to reduce impact.
Certain key roadways have specific oversize travel restrictions, which may vary depending on route, location, or time of year:

  • Passing through active construction zones
  • Ignoring warning signals in work areas
  • Failing to yield to law enforcement, emergency vehicles, or priority traffic

Seasonal Load Restrictions

Manitoba’s Highway Traffic Act, along with the Highways Regulation (MR 155/2018), introduced Winter Seasonal Weights (WSW) for 2023–2024. These allow trucks to carry heavier loads during winter, as frozen roads can better support added weight due to increased pavement strength

Key Dates for the 2023–2024 Season:

  • In Zone 1A, Winter Seasonal Weights concluded on February 23, 2024, with the season having started as late as December 21, 2023.
  • Zones 1B, 2, and 3 had WSW in effect until at least March 3, 2024. Start dates were December 17 for Zone 1B, December 12 for Zone 2, and December 1, 2023, for Zone 3.

Note: Start and end dates are weather-dependent and may vary based on freeze/thaw indices and daily air temperatures.
WSW orders go into effect at 12:00 a.m. on the start date and expire at 11:59 p.m. on the end date.

Oversized Tire Regulations

Tires must be in safe operating condition, properly inflated, and meet the minimum legal tread depth, which typically means:

  • No exposed cords, deep cuts, or unusual bulges
  • Tires must not be regrooved or recut unless specifically designed for that purpose
  • Tread wear must not exceed legal limits
    For reference:
  • Minimum tread depth for most heavy vehicles is typically 4/32 inches (3.2 mm) on steering axles and 2/32 inches (1.6 mm) elsewhere.

Manitoba Escort Requirement

Length-Based Requirements: An escort vehicle is required for loads exceeding 98 feet 6 inches
Width-Based Requirements: Loads wider than 15 feet require one escort on four-lane divided highways.
Two escorts are necessary on two-lane highways
Height-Based Requirements: Escorts are generally not required.
Note: Specific routes may have additional escort regulations depending on road conditions and infrastructure.

Manitoba Banners, Lighting & Flage Requirement

Oversized vehicles or loads must be marked with flags at all four corners, as well as at the front and rear extremities. If traveling at night, a light must be used in place of flags. Loads exceeding 10 feet in width must also display warning signs such as “Oversize Load,” “D” signs, or “Wide Load” signs

Manitoba Oversize/Overweight Fee structure

Manitoba oversize/overweight permits have fees based on factors like load dimensions, weight, and trip type. Single trip permits for overweight or oversize loads may have fees calculated based on distance traveled in Manitoba, plus additional costs based on the specific load. There are also fines for exceeding weight limits.

  • Single Trip Permits:
    Permits are mandatory for any vehicle or load that surpasses the legally permitted size or weight limits. Fees can vary based on the distance traveled within Manitoba.
  • Overweight Fines:
    Fines start at $13.20 for every 50 kilograms over the gross weight limit or specific axle weight limit.
  • Fuel Tax:
    The fuel tax portion of a single trip permit is the greater of $18 or 6 cents per kilometer traveled in Manitoba.
  • Additional Costs:
    There may be additional costs depending on the nature of the load and specific permit requirements

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FAQ'S Asked Questions about Oversize Permits

Manitoba oversize permits can be obtained online through our website comparetransportll.com or by calling us at 630-222-5770

In Manitoba, the maximum legal load width without a permit is 8 feet 6 inches (2.6 meters (260 centimeters). Anything wider than this requires an oversize permit for travel on provincial highways.

Manitoba requires permits for loads that exceed legal dimensions or weights. Oversize or overweight permits are issued based on load specifications and travel routes. Escort vehicles, restricted travel times, and route approvals may be required depending on the size and weight of the load

Yes, Manitoba issues trip permits for commercial vehicles that are not registered under the International Registration Plan (IRP). These permits allow temporary legal operation within the province, typically valid for 72 hours

Manitoba oversize permits can be obtained online through our website comparetransportll.com or by calling us at 630-222-5770

Applications for Manitoba oversize permits can be submitted online via our website comparetransportll.com or by calling us at 630-222-5770

The phone number for assistance is 630-222-5770.

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Yes, you can get Manitoba oversize permit online by calling us at 630-222-5770.

Manitoba oversize/overweight permits have fees based on factors like load dimensions, weight, and trip type. Single trip permits for overweight or oversize loads may have fees calculated based on distance traveled in Manitoba, plus additional costs based on the specific load. There are also fines for exceeding weight limits.

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