Permitted weights and axle configuration in New York
Weight limits and vehicle configuration requirements used to determine the loads an overweight permit may authorize.
180 facts, each with the passage it comes from, quoted from 5 official sources.
Where to apply
Where an application for Permitted weights and axle configuration is submitted in New York.
Online · New York State Department of Transportation
HOOCS
hoocs.dot.ny.gov (opens in a new tab)
Applicants can order NYSDOT Special Hauling Permits, NYSDOT Divisible Load Overweight Permits, New York State Thruway Authority Permits, and New York State Bridge Authority Permit using HOOCS. HOOCS can be accessed via OSCAR or NY.gov ID.
Online · New York City Department of Transportation (NYCDOT)
NYCDOT web site
Online · New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT)
NYSDOT Transportation Federation web site
Online · New York State Tax Department
One Stop Credentialing and Registration (OSCAR)
oscar.ny.gov (opens in a new tab)
New York State provides a single point of contact to apply for various operating credentials over the Internet. A $25 fee applies.
Online · NYC DOT
Over Dimensional Vehicle Permit Processing System
Email · New York State Department of Transportation Central Permit Office
Central Permit Office, by email
Hauler must assign each application a log number using the day of the month plus a consecutive number. In the subject line of the email, note "SuperloadApplication– Company Name –App xx-x". For sending additional information, note "SuperloadInformation– Company Name –App xx-x" in the subject line. List the total number of pages sent. Provide contact name, phone number, fax number, and optional e-mail address. All forms must be typed.
Fax · New York State Department of Transportation Central Permit Office
Central Permit Office, by fax
518-457-9910
Must use a cover sheet with company heading for all correspondence. Hauler must assign each application a log number using the day of the month plus a consecutive number. If sending additional information, note "SuperloadInformation–Company Name –App xx-x" in the subject line of the fax. List the total number of pages sent. Provide contact name, phone number, fax number, and optional e-mail address. All forms must be typed.
Mail · New York State Department of Transportation
Central Permit Office
50 Wolf Road, 5th Floor, Albany, New York 12232
Applications made by mail using Special Hauling Permit form (PERM 39) will be mailed to the address given by the applicants. If requested, they may be mailed to any Post Office c/o General Delivery.
Mail · New York State Department of Transportation
Central Permit Office
50 Wolf Road, 1st Floor, Albany, New York 12232
Applications made by mail using Special Hauling Permit form (PERM 39) will be mailed to the address given by the applicants. If requested, they may be mailed to any Post Office c/o General Delivery.
Mail · New York State Department of Transportation Central Permit Office
Mail In
Central Permit Office 50 Wolf Road, 1st Floor Albany, New York 12232
In person · New York State Department of Transportation Central Permit Office
Central Permit Office Walk In
Central Permit Office 50 Wolf Road, 1st Floor Albany, New York 12232
Online · New York State Department of Transportation
NY.gov ID
my.ny.gov (opens in a new tab)
Use it when: Ideal for applicants that do not have a USDOT number such as governmental agencies or are moving personal items such as a boat.
Once applicants have enrolled in OSCAR or NY.gov ID the NYSDOT Central Permit Office can be contacted at 518-485-2999 or at permits@dot.ny.gov to link the HOOCS permitting system to OSCAR or NY.gov ID.
Email
MTA Bridges and Tunnels
Use it when: Vehicles weighing over 80,000 pounds may require a Special Handling Permit from MTA Bridges and Tunnels.
Phone
Highway Use Tax Unit, NYS Department of Taxation and Finance
Use it when: Vehicles with gross weight of 18,000 pounds or more
Applicants for Special Hauling Permits for vehicles that have a gross weight of 18,000 pounds or more must obtain a Highway Use Tax Permit from the Highway Use Tax Unit.
Phone
MTA Bridges and Tunnels
Use it when: Vehicles weighing over 80,000 pounds may require a Special Handling Permit from MTA Bridges and Tunnels.
Phone · New York State Bridge Authority
New York State Bridge Authority special hauling permits
Use it when: Special Hauling Permits
Phone · New York State Thruway
New York State Thruway special hauling permits
Use it when: Special Hauling Permits
Phone · New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT)
NYSDOT Central Permit Office
Use it when: Divisible Load or Special Hauling Permits
Phone · New York State Department of Transportation
STICC
Use it when: Emergency Trip Permit if unable to apply through HOOCS permitting system, during non-business hours.
Contact the Statewide Transportation Information Coordination Center (STICC) at 518-457-3765 (open 24 hrs). Explain that a Special Hauling Emergency Permit is needed.
In person · New York State Department of Transportation
Regional Offices
207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501-2869; 333 E. Washington Street, Syracuse, NY 13202-1466; 1530 Jefferson Road, Rochester, NY 14623-3161; 100 Seneca Street, Buffalo, NY 14203-3088; 107 Broadway, Hornell, NY 14843; 317 Washington Street, Watertown, NY 13601-3784; 4 Burnett Blvd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12603-2594; 44 Hawley Street, Binghamton, NY 13901-3200; Veteran's Highway, Hauppauge, NY 11787-5518
Use it when: Except Region 1 and Region 11 (New York City) Offices
Office hours may vary, please call in advance to confirm hours of operation.
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Facts
10 topics
Maximum gross weight (kg) (Measures)
The maximum total mass of the vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load and equipment.
- 108,000 lb48,988 kg100 air mile radius permit
- 116,000 lb52,617 kg25 air mile radius of limits of specific construction project
- 116,000 lb52,617 kg25 air mile radius of municipality in which business is located
- 116,000 lb52,617 kg25 Air Mile Radius permit
Maximum wheel load (kg) (Measures)
The maximum mass permitted on a single wheel.
11,200 lb5,080 kg
In general
- 10,000 lb4,536 kgRetractable (lift) axle, manufacturer's rating
Maximum axle weight (kg) (Measures)
The maximum mass permitted on a single axle or group of axles, including load and equipment.
22,400 lb10,161 kg
In general
- 45,000 lb20,412 kgAnnual crane permit, single axles
- 18,000 lb8,165 kgRoadwork vehicle 2, individual single axle
- 15,000 lb6,804 kgRoadwork vehicle 2, steering axle
- 18,000 lb8,165 kgRoadwork vehicle 3, individual single axle
Minimum axle spacing (m) (Measures)
The minimum distance between axles, measured from center to center, for them to be considered separate axles rather than one axle.
3′ 10″1.17 m
In general
- 3′ 10″1.17 mIn general
- 4′1.22 mRoadwork vehicle 1, tandem group
- 4′1.22 mRoadwork vehicle 2, any group
- 4′1.22 mRoadwork vehicle 3, any group
Minimum outer bridge length (m) (Measures)
The minimum distance between the first and last axle of the vehicle or combination, measured longitudinally.
- 51′15.5 mSealed shipping container permit
- 51′15.5 mType 12 – Sealed Container Permit
- 17′5.18 mType 2 – 25 Mile Air Radius Permit, 3 axles
- 22′6.71 mType 2 – 25 Mile Air Radius Permit, 4 axles (1 steering axle)
Lift axle steerable required (Yes or no)
Whether any lift axle on the vehicle must be steerable/trackable, meaning the tires on each side of the lift axle turn or pivot as the vehicle turns when the axle is in contact with the ground.
Yesin 1 caseNoin 1 case
- In general
- Retractable (lift) axle
Axle rating based on lesser of GAWR and tire rating sum (Yes or no)
Whether the rating of an axle is based on the lesser of the manufacturer's gross axle weight rating and the sum of the manufacturer's tire ratings on that axle.
Yesin 2 cases
- In general
- In general
Maximum axle group weight (kg) (Measures)
The maximum mass permitted on a group of axles (such as tandem, tridem, or quad) under the permit.
- 56,000 lb25,401 kg25 air-mile radius permit, tandem axle grouping
- 60,000 lb27,216 kg25 air-mile radius permit, triaxle grouping
- 69,000 lb31,298 kgAnnual crane permit, tandem axle groupings
- 77,000 lb34,927 kgAnnual crane permit, triaxle groupings
Where these facts come from
- Information Concerning Special Hauling Permits (PERM 30)(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, PDF, 71 facts
- Information Concerning Special Hauling Permits, PERM 30(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, PDF, 63 facts
- Subpart 154-1 — Nondivisible Load Permits; Table of Fees (Perm 43)(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, PDF, 42 facts
- Divisible Load Overweight Permits - nysdot - NY.gov(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, web page, 3 facts
- Certification to Increase Registered Weight for Overweight Permit(s) (PERM 65)(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, PDF, 1 fact