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Out-of-gauge transport for over-width, over-height and over-length goods
An out-of-gauge transport – often called oversized transport – is not necessarily heavy but too wide, too high or too long for normal load dimensions. Then clearance heights, turning radii, bottlenecks and oncoming traffic matter – and with them route surveys, escorts and permits.
What matters
- Width
- Over-width requires escorts and limits routes; above certain widths also road closures.
- Height
- Bridges, gantries and cables limit height – load height plus vehicle height counts.
- Length
- Long pieces need steerable trailers or extendable vehicles and room in bends.
- Route
- The route follows the dimensions, not the shortest connection.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- What dimensions (L × W × H) does the largest piece have?
- Are there overhangs?
- Can it be loaded lower or narrower?
- Where are loading and unloading points?
- Is there a time window?
What we need from you
- Dimensions per piece with unit
- Weight per piece
- Route
- Time window
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 approved route may be longer than the shortest connection – we plan it in early so your date holds.
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 and route and clarify vehicle, escort and permit with partners.
- 03
Quote
After the feasibility check you receive a quote with the agreed scope, including partner services.
- 04
Execution
Transport after the permit on the approved route, with escort as required.
Questions and answers: Out-of-gauge transport
What is the difference between out-of-gauge and heavy transport?
Out-of-gauge concerns dimensions, heavy haulage concerns weight. Many transports are both.
Why does an out-of-gauge transport not take the shortest route?
Because bridge heights, bends and bottlenecks determine the route. A suitable route is approved.
Does every out-of-gauge transport need an escort?
Not every one. Whether and which escort is needed is set by the permit.
Request
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Three steps. Anything you do not know yet can be left open.
Details for planning
- Dimensions per piece with unit
- Weight per piece
- Route
- Time window