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Kansas
Weight Limits
Kansas interstate GVW limit: 80,000 lbs. State highways allow up to 85,500 lbs with proper axle configuration. Per-axle limits: Single axle 20,000 lbs, Tandem axle 34,000 lbs, Tridem axle 42,000 lbs. Federal bridge formula on interstates; Kansas permits higher weights on state highways with additional axles. Enforcement tolerance: No general tolerance on interstates.
Size Limits
Height: 14 ft. Width: 8 ft 6 in. Trailer length: 59 ft 6 in (semitrailer). Overall combination length: No overall limit for tractor-semitrailer.
Oversize/Overweight Permits
Oversize/overweight permits through KDOT online system Fees: Single-trip: $20; Annual: $50+. Alaska oversize permits are not directly honored in Kansas. You will need to obtain a Kansas-specific permit for oversize/overweight loads. Apply online: https://www.ksdot.gov/buroperations/osow/ Enforcement: KHP operates weigh stations; fines per axle overweight.
Exemptions
Agricultural: Farm vehicles hauling agricultural products exempt on state highways; harvest season allows higher weights.
Official Source
For the most current weight and size regulations, permit applications, and seasonal restriction updates, visit the official Kansas DOT page at https://www.ksdot.gov/buroperations/osow/. Contact the Kansas Department of Transportation for specific routing questions.
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Weight and size limits are subject to change. Always verify current limits on the official state DOT website before travel. Seasonal restrictions, bridge postings, and local ordinances may further reduce allowable weights. Data reflects 2025-2026 regulations where available.