International transportation of bulky goods is one of the most complex types of delivery. It is important to plan the entire transportation process in accordance with the characteristics of the goods, rules and regulations imposed by law and obtain the appropriate permits. In this article, we will look at what oversized cargo is, what it can be and what type of transport to choose for this type of transport.

The concept of bulky goods

Oversized goods are defined as those goods whose physical dimensions exceed the standard permissible values, so that they require special means and conditions for transport.

They have the following dimensions:

• height - more than 4 meters;
• length - more than 20 meters (a swing of 2 meters is allowed if the total length does not exceed 20 meters);
• width - more than 2.55 meters;
• weight - more than 38 tons.

Oversized goods are correctly called bulky or heavy goods. In international practice, the term "goods of exceptional size" is used. Most often, this category includes agricultural and military equipment, specialized equipment, excavators, yachts, etc.

Types of oversized goods

Oversized goods are characterized by non-standard dimensions.

Since there are a lot of non-standard goods, it is customary to divide them into several categories:

• Oversized goods: They exceed one of the LxWxH dimensions specified in the regulatory document.
• Long goods: They extend beyond the rear of the vehicle by more than 2 meters or are longer than 20 meters.
• Overweight goods: They exceed the maximum weight allowed for loading.

It is impossible to transport bulky goods with standard vehicles, so it is important to choose the right vehicle for delivery.

Transport for oversized goods

The transport of oversized goods by sea is requested. For this purpose, two types of non-standard containers are used:

• Flat Rack - these sturdy containers have two walls that are either fixed or can be folded to form a flat base for placing goods that exceed their height and width.
• Open Top - have a removable roof consisting of steel springs and a canvas, which allows easy loading and unloading of goods with a crane. Open top containers are suitable for transporting goods such as glass and marble blocks, stone chips and bulk materials.

In most cases, the transport of bulky goods is carried out by road, which sometimes requires the support of traffic police or escort cars.

Basic requirements for the transport of oversized goods

Each stage of oversized transport has its own specificities, complexities and risks. For the storage of bulky goods, it is necessary to allocate a large area and then plan the route carefully. Transport requires a special permit and equipment must meet established standards and requirements.

When organizing the transportation of oversized goods, you should consider the following:

• the vehicle should not be an obstacle on the road, and other road users should be able to move freely;
• before starting the movement, install a suitable transport indicator on the extreme part of the cargo that goes outside the vehicle;
• permitted dimensions of oversized goods by car: the length of the car should not exceed 22 meters and the height should not exceed 4 meters.

The transport of oversized goods is governed by rules that may differ depending on the country in which the goods are transported.

Whether you need to import construction or agricultural equipment or a production line from your home country, SangesTrans has the solutions you need. We will help you transport any category of oversized products, regardless of weight and configuration, ensuring their safety.