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Oversize Load Permit Requirements — Yukon
Legal size/weight limits, escort thresholds, travel restrictions, and permit office contact for Yukon.
These figures are a reference summary of publicly published state rules, not a substitute for a state-issued permit and not legal advice. Rules change — always confirm current limits and requirements directly with the state permit office before you plan or run a move. Last verified: 2026-06-28. Oversize Ops is NOT responsible and CANNOT be held liable for decisions made from this reference.
Legal Maximum Dimensions (no permit required)
- Width
- 8.5ft (102in)
- Height
- 14.5ft (174in)
- Length
- 59ft
- Gross Weight
- 80,000 lbs
- Single Axle
- 20,000 lbs
- Tandem Axle
- 34,000 lbs
Escort / Pilot Car Thresholds (see glossary for terms, certification requirements for the driver)
- Both escorts required over
- 14ft wide
- Height escort required over
- 14.5ft tall
Escort requirements vary by route. Alaska Highway and limited paved network are primary OS/OW routes.
Travel Restrictions
- Night travel
- Generally allowed
- Weekend travel
- Generally allowed
- Sunday travel
- Generally allowed
Seasonal restrictions apply. Spring breakup (April-May) closes many routes. Alaska Highway passable year-round but with restrictions.
Holiday blackouts: Canada Day, Discovery Day (Aug), Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Remembrance Day, Christmas, New Year's Day.
Superload Thresholds
- Width over
- 17ft
- Length over
- 150ft
- Weight over
- 200,000 lbs
Get a Permit
- Online portal
- https://yukon.ca/en/driving-and-transportation/commercial-vehicles/oversize-overweight-permits
- Phone
- 1-867-667-3850
Alaska Highway main artery. Many secondary routes not suitable for large loads year-round.
Planning a move through Yukon?
Plan a truck-legal route that checks bridges and construction, or find a vetted transporter or escort.
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