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Wyoming Pilot Car Regulations

Guidelines for Wyoming pilot car, escort car, and flag car regulations. Always confirm current requirements with the permit office.

Verify before you move: This information comes from our previous website and hasn't been re-checked yet. Rules change often — always confirm with the Wyoming permit office before you dispatch.

Road conditions

When Permit Is Needed

  • Over 8'6" wide, over 14' high, over 60' long

Special Information Needed

  • Company must call for clearance when 150 miles from state line

Times Of Movement

  • Daylight hours only except for the following (which must be properly signed & lighted): a combo more than 60' long but not more than 85'; up to 10' wide on interstate highways only
  • Loads requiring pilots cannot move on the following holiday/holiday weekends: New Years Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas

When Pilot/Escort Vehicle is Required

On primary & secondary highways:

  • 110' or more long, 14' or more wide, or will extend to the left of center

On interstates:

  • Widths 15' or more

Requirements for Pilot/Escort Vehicle

  • Vehicle must be licensed-no motorcycles
  • Lights: revolving amber, amber strobe, or 2-way flashing amber lights mounted on top of vehicle
  • Must be at least 4” in diameter & be clearly visible for 500’ from front & rear sof vehicle
  • Signs: “Oversize Load” sign visible to oncoming traffic; 5’ x 10” high; 1” brush stroke black lettering 8” high, on yellow background
  • Flags: 2 red or fluorescent orange flags mounted on a staff at each side of sign; at least 12” square
  • Additional equipment: left outside mirrors; 2-way radio communication; emergency triangles; extra flags; minimum 5lb. B,C fire extinguisher

Requirements for Pilot/Escort Vehicle Operator

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