Oversize and Overweight Permits in Manitoba
Hauling an oversize or overweight (OSOW) load in Manitoba means permits, escort vehicles, and travel rules set by Permit Services, Motor Carrier Division, Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure. Here is what applies, and how Trusted Dispatch handles it for you.
A permit is required above these limits:
Max width
2.6 m
8 ft 6 in
Max height
4.15 m
13 ft 7 in
Max length
23 m
75 ft 6 in (combination)
Legal limits (permit required above these)
| Dimension | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 2.6 m | 8 ft 6 in |
| Height | 4.15 m | 13 ft 7 in |
| Length (A-train) | 25 m | 82 ft |
| Length (B-train) | 27.5 m | 90 ft 3 in |
| Length (C-train) | 25 m | 82 ft |
| Length (motor home) | 14 m | 45 ft 11 in |
| Length (combination) | 23 m | 75 ft 6 in |
| Length (single unit) | 12.5 m | 41 ft |
| Length (tridem drive combination) | 23.5 m | 77 ft 1 in |
Permits and fees
| Permit | Fee |
|---|---|
| Farm truck (exempt) (oversize) | No charge (exempt). |
| Over-height permit (oversize) | $28 CAD (~$20 USD) |
| Over-length permit (oversize) | Banded by length – front projection: $8.40 CAD (~$6 USD); 20.1-23 m: $8.40 CAD (~$6 USD); 23.1-30 m: $11.20 CAD (~$8 USD); over 30.1 m: $16.80 CAD (~$12 USD) |
| Overweight annual (overweight) | $105 CAD per 1000 kg over limit. |
| Overweight single-trip (overweight) | $0.05 CAD per km per 1000 kg over limit (min $8.40 CAD). |
| Over-width permit (oversize) | Banded by width – 2.61-3.05 m: $8.40 CAD (~$6 USD); 3.06-3.7 m: $21 CAD (~$15 USD); 3.71-4.3 m: $50.40 CAD (~$36 USD); over 4.31 m: $100.80 CAD (~$73 USD) |
USD is approximate (about 1.39 CAD to 1 USD, Aug 2026); provinces charge in Canadian dollars.
Pilot car and escort requirements
- Front projection over 3 m (over 9 ft 10 in) on all highways: 1 escort.
- Length 31-41 m (101 ft 8 in-134 ft 6 in) on undivided highways: 1 escort.
- Length over 41 m (over 134 ft 6 in) on undivided highways in daylight: 2 escorts.
- Rear overhang 6.5-9 m (21 ft 4 in-29 ft 6 in) on all highways: 1 escort.
- Rear overhang over 9 m (over 29 ft 6 in) on all highways in daylight: 2 escorts.
- Width 3.7-4.6 m (12 ft 2 in-15 ft 1 in) on undivided highways in daylight: 1 escort.
- Width 3.7-4.6 m (12 ft 2 in-15 ft 1 in) on undivided highways at night: 2 escorts.
- Width 3.7-4.6 m (12 ft 2 in-15 ft 1 in) on divided highways at night: 1 escort.
- Width over 3.7 m (over 12 ft 2 in) on all highways: 1 escort (police).
- Width over 4.6 m (over 15 ft 1 in) on all highways at night: no travel permitted.
- Width 4.6-6.1 m (15 ft 1 in-20 ft) on divided highways in daylight: 1 escort.
- Width 4.6-6.1 m (15 ft 1 in-20 ft) on undivided highways in daylight: 2 escorts.
- Width over 6.1 m (over 20 ft) on all highways in daylight: 2 escorts.
Load markings (flags, signs, lamps)
- Flag: Red flag (day) / red clearance light (dark).
- Flag: Orange/red flags.
- Lamp: Amber beacon on towing vehicle.
- Lamp: Amber AND red lights.
- Lamp: Amber clearance light/reflector + red flag.
- Sign: D or WIDE LOAD sign.
- Sign: D or LONG LOAD markers front and rear.
Travel restrictions
- No night travel on any highway over 4.6 m wide.
- No night travel over 41 m long or rear overhang over 9 m.
- Summer-season + statutory-holiday restrictions on holiday-restricted routes; exact dates/routes per MTI schedule.
- Over-width subject to Winnipeg rush-hour limits; over 4.6 m no commuter-route travel in commuter hours.
- Over-height back-lane travel needs Manitoba Hydro AND Bell-MTS approval.
- Annual Spring Road Restrictions reduce allowable axle weights on designated highways; % / dates / routes from the seasonal MTI SRR order (TBD).
Oversize permits in other provinces
- Oversize and overweight permits in Alberta
- Oversize and overweight permits in British Columbia
- Oversize and overweight permits in New Brunswick
- Oversize and overweight permits in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Oversize and overweight permits in Nova Scotia
- Oversize and overweight permits in Ontario
- Oversize and overweight permits in Prince Edward Island
- Oversize and overweight permits in Quebec
- Oversize and overweight permits in Saskatchewan
See all Canada oversize and overweight permit guides.
Move your Manitoba heavy haul with Trusted Dispatch
Trusted Dispatch handles the permits, pilot cars, and routing for oversize and overweight loads across Canada. Get an instant estimate that already includes the permit and escort cost for your lane.
Rules current as of July 2026. Always confirm with Permit Services, Motor Carrier Division, Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure before travel.