Cross-Border Heavy Equipment Freight | Nunavut

Professional oversized load transport and heavy haul services

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Heavy Equipment Transport in Nunavut

Request a cross-border heavy equipment shipping quote to or from Nunavut, Canada. We handle oversized loads, permits, and documentation for U.S. ↔ Canada moves and can coordinate pickup and delivery across the province.

From construction equipment to agricultural and industrial machinery, HEAT Freight arranges heavy haul transportation across Nunavut and cross-border into the United States.

Nunavut Oversize/Overweight Permit Information

Oversize/overweight (OSOW) permits may be required in Nunavut when loads exceed legal dimension or gross weight thresholds. Requirements vary by route, axle configuration, and travel windows. The OSOW threshold summary below provides common trigger points we use when planning permitted moves.

Nunavut, Canada typically requires OSOW permits for loads over 8'6" (8.5 ft) wide, over 13'6" (13.5 ft) tall, over 75'0" (75 ft) long, over 80,000 lbs gross.

Professional Driver's Handbook (Nunavut)
Permit map

Max Height

13.5 ft

Max Width

8.5 ft

Max Weight

80K lbs

OSOW Thresholds Summary

Legal (no-permit) thresholds

  • Max legal width: 8'6" (8.5 ft)
  • Max legal height: 13'6" (13.5 ft)
  • Max legal length: 75'0" (75 ft)
  • Max legal gross weight: 80,000 lbs

Escort / survey triggers (route-specific)

  • 1 escort may be needed at: 12'0" (12 ft) wide
  • 2 escorts may be needed at: 14'0" (14 ft) wide
  • Pole car may be needed at: 15'0" (15 ft) tall
  • Route survey may be needed at: 16'0" (16 ft) tall
  • Front escort may be needed at: 100'0" (100 ft) long
  • Rear escort may be needed at: 90'0" (90 ft) long
  • Police escort may be needed at: 200,000 lbs gross
  • Bridge analysis/route survey may be needed at: 150,000 lbs gross

Superload thresholds (special permitting)

  • Superload width: 16'0" (16 ft)
  • Superload height: 16'0" (16 ft)
  • Superload length: 150'0" (150 ft)
  • Superload weight: 200,000 lbs

Permit Fee Estimate Inputs (USD)

  • Base OSOW permit: $35
  • Admin fee: $7
  • Overweight (per ton over legal): $4
  • Escort estimate: $250
  • Route survey estimate: $350
  • Police escort estimate: $550
  • Superload additional estimate: $1200

Permit requirements and fees vary by route, axle group, travel windows, and local restrictions. We confirm requirements during dispatch.

Nunavut Heavy Haul FAQ

Do you handle cross-border documentation for shipments to or from Nunavut?

Yes. We coordinate documentation and dispatch planning for U.S. ↔ Canada shipments, including timing and routing considerations for permitted loads.

Can you arrange OSOW permits in Nunavut?

Yes. We plan routing and coordinate permit and escort requirements when your load exceeds legal thresholds in Nunavut.

Heavy Equipment We Ship To & From Nunavut

Excavators

Bulldozers

Wheel Loaders

Backhoe Loaders

Skid Steer Loaders

Cranes

Forklifts

Telehandlers

Motor Graders

Compactors

Dump Trucks

Asphalt Pavers

Generators

Modular Buildings

And more equipment types: browse our full equipment type list.

Why Choose HEAT Freight for NU Shipping?

  • Cross-Border Expertise: Specialized in U.S.-Canada heavy equipment transport in both directions
  • Competitive Rates: Honest, accurate quotes with no hidden fees
  • Experienced Team: Specialists in oversized and overweight loads
  • Customs & Documentation: We handle all cross-border paperwork and customs clearance
  • Insurance Coverage: Fully insured for your peace of mind

Heavy Equipment Shipping Cities in Nunavut

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Ready to Ship Equipment To or From Nunavut?

Get a free, no-obligation quote for your heavy equipment transport needs. Our team is ready to help you move your machinery safely and efficiently.

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