TENNESSEE
PILOT CAR
REQUIREMENTS
CHOOSING GRACE PILOT CARS
MEANS CHOOSING PEACE OF MIND
TENNESSEE PILOT CAR REQUIREMENTS
Pilot Car Escorts
When escorts
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Number of escorts |
On 2-lane highways |
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| – Width over 12’6” up to 13’6” | 1 escort (Front) |
| – Width exceeds 13’6” | 2 escorts (Front and Rear) |
| – Width over 17’ but less than 18’ | 3 escorts (2 Front, 1 Rear) |
| – Length 90’ to 120’ | 1 escort (Rear) |
| – Length exceeds 120’1” | 2 escorts (Front and Rear) |
On 4-lane and
|
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| – Width of 12’6″ up to 13’6″ | 1 escort (Rear) |
| – Width exceeds 13’6” | 2 escorts (Front and Rear) |
| – Width over 17’ but less than 18’ | 3 escorts (2 Front, 1 Rear) |
| – Length 90’ to 120’ | 1 escort (Rear) |
| – Length exceeds 120’1” | 2 escorts (Front and Rear) |
| – Height exceeds 15’ | 1 escort (Front with high pole) |
| – Pavement less than 24’ (not including shoulder) |
1 escort (Front) |
| – Bridge less than 20’ wide | 1 flag person at bridge |
Police escorts
Any load with an overall width over 18’ or height over 17’ may require THP escorts. THP Escort will require 2-3 troopers and it can take an extra 10 days to schedule the move.
Super loads
Any load exceeding 16′ wide, 15’6” high or 165,000 lbs. is considered a super load, requires a route survey, and may require a law enforcement escort.
Escort vehicle requirements can differ significantly by state in terms of mandatory driver qualifications, training, certifications, vehicle weights, obligatory signage/flags/lighting, necessary onboard equipment, and more.
Please note that these are correct at time of website, and are always subject to change.
Tennessee
Tennessee Overweight & Over Dimensional Permits
Suite 800
James K. Polk Building
505 Deaderick Street
Nashville, TN 37243-0331
T: 615.741.3821
Hours of Business
Mon – Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
closed from Noon to 1:00 PM [CT]
INTERSTATE TRANSPORT
continue your journey if required
fully licensed and insured in all the lower 48 states
To begin with, at GRACE PILOT CARS, we proudly extend our expert services across all the lower 48 states. Therefore, ensuring that no matter where your oversized load needs to travel, we've got you covered. Furthermore, our commitment to safety and efficiency knows no bounds as we navigate the diverse landscapes. With that being said, our company offers pilot car service for a large number of clients in our local states including; Georgia, Florida, North and South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Alabama.
Grace Pilot Cars are able to escort you across all of the lower 48 states
Clearly, each of these states presents its own unique challenges and requirements for transporting oversized loads. However, our experienced team is well-equipped to handle them all. Whether you're traversing the sun-soaked highways of Florida or the rolling hills of Tennessee, our company has you covered. In this case, you can trust that our licensed and insured professionals will guide your journey at every step.
Choosing GRACE PILOT CARS means choosing peace of mind. Moreover, you can rest easy knowing that our team understands the intricacies of state regulations and is dedicated to ensuring that your load passes through with the utmost care and precision. Undoubtedly, we don’t just provide a service; we become your trusted partners in the transportation process.
As we work together, you'll discover that our focus remains steadfast on safety, reliability, and timely delivery. Consequently, our mission is simple: to keep the road ahead clear while delivering exceptional service that meets your specific needs. Therefore, we invite you to join the growing list of satisfied clients who have chosen GRACE PILOT CARS as the go-to escort service throughout the lower 48 states. In the event, you need our services, let's hit the road together.
