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Heavy and out-of-gauge transport in Germany
In Germany the general limits for trucks include 2.55 m width, 4 m height and 40 t total weight. Above them a transport needs a permit and usually an exemption. Applications run through a nationwide online procedure; conditions come from the authorities along the route.
What matters
- General limits
- Including 2.55 m width, 4 m height, 40 t total weight – with exceptions for certain traffic.
- Online application
- Permit and exemption are applied for through a nationwide procedure and reviewed by road authorities.
- Escort
- Depending on the conditions, private escort vehicles or police involvement.
- Travel times
- Often at night or outside peak hours; weekends restricted.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- What dimensions and weight do the goods have?
- From where to where in Germany?
- Are there tight access points at loading or unloading?
- What time window applies?
- Is the load indivisible?
What we need from you
- Dimensions and weight per piece
- Route
- Time window
- Loading and unloading points
Preparation: You hand over the cargo ready for loading with known lifting points – dismantling, assembly and foundation work are handled by your team or your installation partner.
What we do for you
What we organise
- Feasibility check per project with questions on missing values
- Coordination of permits, escort vehicles, route surveys and lifting equipment via partners
- Quote with the agreed scope once the transport can be planned
Good to know
The sooner dimensions, weight and route are fixed, the sooner we can apply for the permit.
How it works
- 01
Request
You state the cargo, dimensions and weight per piece with units, rough route and time window – marking anything unknown.
- 02
Review
We check dimensions, weight and route and clarify permit, vehicle and escort with partners.
- 03
Quote
After the feasibility check you receive a quote with the agreed scope, including partner services.
- 04
Execution
Transport after the decision, at the approved travel times and with escort as required.
Questions and answers: Germany
When does a transport in Germany need a permit?
When it exceeds the general limits – including 2.55 m width, 4 m height or 40 t total weight.
How is a heavy transport permit applied for in Germany?
Through a nationwide online procedure; the authorities involved review the route. We coordinate this via partners.
Do heavy transports travel at weekends in Germany?
Usually only with restrictions. The approved travel times are stated in the decision.
Request
Request for this topic: Germany
Three steps. Anything you do not know yet can be left open.
Details for planning
- Dimensions and weight per piece
- Route
- Time window
- Loading and unloading points