Springdale, AR
Farm Equipment Transport

Farm equipment generally moves without an oversize permit in Arkansas when the loaded vehicle remains within 8 feet 6 inches wide, 13 feet 6 inches high, 53 feet in trailer length, and 80,000 pounds gross vehicle weight. Axle limits, bridge restrictions, and local road conditions still apply, and oversized machinery may require an Arkansas permit.

Farm machinery exceeding Arkansas legal size or weight limits may require an ARDOT oversize or overweight permit before moving through Springdale. Permit applications are based on the loaded dimensions, axle weights, gross weight, equipment description, and route. Separate coordination may be necessary for Springdale streets or Washington County roads outside the state highway system.

Oversized farm equipment transported through Springdale may require escort vehicles based on the load’s width, height, length, overhang, and Arkansas permit conditions. Curves, grades, narrow roadways, and limited visibility may influence whether front, rear, or multiple escorts are required. Additional coordination may apply on city or county roads.

Oversized farm equipment moving through Springdale must follow the operating hours listed on the Arkansas permit. Nighttime travel, holidays, poor weather, reduced visibility, and heavy traffic may result in restrictions or delays. Larger loads may require daylight movement and additional coordination on steep, narrow, or locally maintained roads.

Farm equipment transported through Springdale must be secured with rated chains, binders, straps, and blocking before entering steep, curved, or rural roads. Attachments and movable parts should be lowered, removed, or restrained as needed. Arkansas permits may require warning signs, flags, lights, escort vehicles, and other equipment for oversized loads.

Transport routes around Springdale should be reviewed for Ozark grades, curves, narrow rural roads, bridge limits, and heavy agricultural traffic. Farm and livestock-property access should be checked for gate width, road surface, overhead clearance, and enough room for the trailer to turn and load safely.