Oversize / Overweight Permits in Nunavut
Nunavut Oversize/Overweight Regulations
According to Nunavut law, any load exceeding the following weight and size limits is considered an oversized/overweight load:
Legal Size Limit:
Width:
- 10′ (3.05 m) (from the outside points of the widest extremities, excluding safety devices)
Length:
- Single unit (straight truck) – 41′ 0.13″ (12.5 m)
- Semi-trailer – 65′ (20.0 m) (from the foremost point of the vehicle or load, whichever extends further to the rearmost point of the vehicle or load, whichever extends further)
- A and B trains – 75′ (21.5 m) (from the foremost point of the vehicle or load, whichever extends further, to the rearmost point of the vehicle or load, whichever extends further)
Height:
- 13′ 6″ (4.2 m)
Legal Weight Limit:
- Single axle: 22,000 lbs (depends on the configuration)
- Tandem axle: 44,000 lbs (depends on the configuration)
- Per inch of tire width: 500 lbs
For more details, please see:
https://www.gov.nu.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2022-12/edt_2021_mv_professionalmanual.pdf
Nunavut Single Trip Oversize/Overweight Permits
No specific information referring to single-trip permits is provided by Nunavut authorities.
For more details:
https://www.gov.nu.ca/en/transportation/drivers-licences-and-permits
Nunavut Annual Oversize/Overweight Permits
No specific information referring to single-trip permits is provided by Nunavut authorities.
For more details:
https://www.gov.nu.ca/en/transportation/drivers-licences-and-permits
Nunavut Wide Load Requirements
Before moving oversized loads (including those that are too wide, too tall, too long, or too heavy) or transporting oversized vehicles, the driver must obtain the appropriate permits. These permits for traveling on Nunavut highways are granted according to the guidelines set forth by the Motor Vehicles Act and the Large Vehicle Control Regulations.
The terms of the permit might require the inclusion of a pilot car, along with flags, signs, or lights, which the permit holder must supply.
Oversize Load Flag Requirements:
All sides and extremities of oversized vehicles and loads must be marked with square flags of fluorescent orange color, with sides at least 410 mm in length at the extremities of all overwidth and overlength loads.
Oversize Load Banner Requirements:
Vehicles must display a “WIDE LOAD” sign mounted on the top of the cab.
Oversize Load Sign Requirements:
As provided in
Oversize Load Lighting Requirements:
The headlights and tail lights should be illuminated at all times while transporting oversize loads.
Oversize Pilot Cars and Escort Vehicles Requirements:
A pilot vehicle may be necessary depending on the width of the road and other geographical features along the route.
When a pilot vehicle is used, it should travel 1,000 to 1,500 feet ahead of the vehicle being towed. If a trailing vehicle is needed, it should maintain a safe following distance of up to 1,000 feet from the towed vehicle, allowing enough room for other vehicles to safely pass and occupy the space.
Both the pilot and trailing vehicles must display a “WIDE LOAD” sign mounted on the top of the cab. The design of this sign should allow for easy mounting on car top carriers or similar flat surfaces. It should be adjustable to stand upright when in use and fold flat onto the carrier when not in use. The sign must be kept clean at all times.
Nunavut Wide Load Restrictions
All loads wider than 10′ (3.05 m) are subject to the following restrictions:
Oversize Holiday Restrictions:
No specific restrictions have been provided by Nunavut authorities.
Oversize Legal Travel Times Restrictions:
No specific restrictions have been provided by Nunavut authorities.
Oversize Road and Bridge Restrictions:
All vehicles, including driven and towed, must comply with posted bridge weight limits.
If your vehicle’s weight exceeds the legal requirements, you should operate at the lowest practical speed when crossing bridges.
As for the oversize road restrictions, they include but are not limited to the following:
- driving through work zones that are under construction
- neglecting warning signals when driving through work zones
- not giving traffic priority to law enforcement, emergency vehicles, etc.
Oversize Seasonal Weight Restrictions:
No specific restrictions have been provided by Nunavut authorities.
Nunavut Wide Load Limits
Everything wider than 10′ (3.05 m) requires a permit to be moved on public roads.
Maximum Load Limits Until a Trucking Permit Is Required:
Axle Weight Limits:
Legal axle weight limit:
- Single axle: 22,000 lbs (depends on the configuration)
- Tandem axle: 44,000 lbs (depends on the configuration)
- Per inch of tire width: 500 lbs
The maximum permitted axle weight limit:
- Per-axle weight depends on the axle configuration and the type of permit
- Maximum GVW: depends on the vehicle/axle configuration
Oversize Tire Regulations:
Tire conditions:
- When driving on snow or ice, vehicles must have mud and snow tires or tire chains on either the rear wheels (for rear-wheel-drive vehicles) or the front wheels (for front-wheel-drive vehicles).
- Vehicle tires must not:
- Be damaged to the extent that tire body cords are exposed or affected.
- Be re-cut or re-grooved below the original tread depth unless specified by the manufacturer.
- Have tread wear indicators contacting the road in consecutive grooves.
Nunavut Trip Permits (IRP Permits)
Nunavut is not a part of the International Registration Plan (IRP).
Nunavut Fuel Permits (IFTA Permits)
Nunavut is a non-IFTA jurisdiction.
Nunavut Specialty Permits
The need for special permits may arise from your load’s nature, size, and weight.
Amber Light Permits:
Vehicles escorting oversized loads shall be equipped with amber warning lights.
Loading (Parking) Zone Permits:
A loading zone permit may be issued for using commercial loading zones by non-commercial delivery vehicles.
Oversize/Overweight Load Fines in Nunavut
No specific restrictions have been provided by Nunavut authorities.
Oversize/Overweight Permits Costs in Nunavut
The cost of Nunavut OSOW permits varies depending on the load type, nature, and excessive weight and size.
You may also be charged an application fee for processing and handling your permit request.
Trucking Permit Service
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