Heavy Haul Loads in Illinois

DOT & ILLINOIS STATE WEIGHT LIMITS

Gross Weight

80,000 lbs on the Interstate System

Single Axle

20,000 lbs

Tandem Axle

34,000 lbs

Other State Provisions & Exemptions

There are several provisions related to special haul and other specific types of vehicles depending on manufacture or model year.
Vehicles with idle reduction technology can have axle, vehicle, or bridge formula weights of up to 400 lbs over the limit.

The information provided here is not comprehensive and may not reflect the most recent state limits. Additional codes, regulations, and exemptions may apply. Please visit the Illinois DOT website for current information.

HEAVY HAUL LOADS IN ILLINOIS

To find heavy haul loads near you, visit the FR8Star Load Board and fine-tune the results using the Filters menu on the left. To find loads going to or from Illinois, for example, click Location By State/Country and select Illinois in the From: State or To: State fields. You can also find loads near a specific city, state, or ZIP code, use the Location By Radius option.