Question 1

What is the phone number for Maine oversize permits?

Accepted Answer

Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Motor Carrier Services - Overlimit Permit Unit: 207-624-9000, ext. 52134, Monday through Friday 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. (Eastern time).

Question 2

How do I get an oversize permit in Maine?

Accepted Answer

Call the Overlimit Permit Unit first, then get permits online in MoveME, by faxing the MV226 form to 207-622-5332, or at a BMV branch office.

Question 3

How much is a single trip oversize permit in Maine?

Accepted Answer

Single-trip fees go by how much you are over: $6.00 for up to 2 ft over width, up to 5 ft over height or length, or up to 5,000 lbs over weight, rising in steps to $27.50 (more than 9 ft over width, more than 12 ft over height, more than 40,000 lbs over weight). When more than one limit is exceeded, you pay the higher fee.

Question 4

What size needs an oversize permit in Maine?

Accepted Answer

Without a permit: width 102 inches (8 ½ feet), height 13 feet, 6 inches (load may extend up to 6 inches above that), length 65 feet for combination vehicles; 74 feet for a truck tractor and a single semitrailer over 48 feet up to 53 feet, weight 80,000 lbs. for a five or more axle combination of vehicles. Anything bigger or heavier needs a permit.

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