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What KDOT requires before an oversize or overweight load moves in Kansas: legal limits, K-TRIPS permits, escorts, daylight rules and metro time limits. Sourced from Kansas statutes, KAR 36-1-36 and the Kansas Highway Patrol.
Last verified: against official state sources.
The numbers
| Dimension | Legal limit |
|---|---|
| Width | 8 ft 6 in |
| Height | 14 ft |
| Length | Per K.S.A. 8-1904; verify with the state |
| Gross weight | verify with the state |
Sources: K.S.A. 8-1902; KHP: Legal height; K.S.A. 8-1904. Checked Oct 15, 2026.
Permits
All oversize/overweight permitting is done through K-TRIPS. Escort service providers and operators must be registered with KDOT. Permit fees and superload thresholds: verify with the state.
Sources: KHP: How do I obtain an oversize load permit?; KHP: Commercial Vehicle FAQs. Checked Oct 15, 2026.
Pilot cars
| Situation | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Over 14 ft wide, fewer than four lanes | Front and rear escorts (rear may be replaced by warning lights, except superloads) |
| Four or more lanes, superloads and large structures | Rear escort |
| Four or more lanes, other loads | No escort |
| Escort distance | Within 300 ft, with two-way communication |
Source: K.A.R. 36-1-36(f). Checked Oct 15, 2026.
When you can roll
Over-width or over-length loads may not move from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise; overweight-only loads may move at night. Carriers may move every day of the year, including holidays.
Time restrictions (7-9 AM and 4-6:30 PM) may apply around Kansas City, Lawrence, Leavenworth, Leawood, Lenexa, Olathe, Overland Park, Shawnee, Topeka and Wichita; check the permit.
Sources: K.A.R. 36-1-36(m); KHP: Commercial Vehicle FAQs. Checked Oct 15, 2026.
Permit office
Phone (785) 368-6501. Apply at k-trips.ksdot.gov.
Rather not deal with it? Run your load through our permit checker, then call (310) 989-6530.
Quick answers
The legal width in Kansas is 8 ft 6 in without a permit.
The legal height in Kansas is 14 ft without a permit.
Loads over 14 ft wide need front and rear escorts on highways with fewer than four lanes.
Carriers may move every day of the year, including holidays.
Apply through K-TRIPS at k-trips.ksdot.gov or call (785) 368-6501.
Answers summarize the sourced sections above. Last verified Oct 15, 2026.
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