Florida commercial vehicle weight limits follow the federal Interstate standard of 80,000 lbs gross, 20,000 lbs per single axle, and 34,000 lbs per tandem axle group. The federal bridge formula (23 U.S.C. 127) applies on all routes. No seasonal weight restrictions on Interstate highways. Oversize and overweight permits are available from FL DOT for loads exceeding standard limits. Verify current road-specific postings with the Florida DOT before routing heavy loads.
The federal bridge formula limits the weight on any group of axles based on the distance between the outermost axles in the group. It applies in Florida on all routes where federal standards apply.
W = maximum weight in lbs · L = axle spacing in feet · N = number of axles
FDOT issues permits for oversize and overweight vehicles through the Florida Automated Permit System (FAPS). Annual multi-trip permits available for qualifying operations. Superloads require route surveys and engineering review.
Apply for Florida OS/OW Permit →On Florida Interstate highways, the maximum gross vehicle weight is 80,000 lbs. State highways may have lower limits. Overweight permits from FDOT are required for loads exceeding standard limits.
No. Florida does not impose seasonal spring weight restrictions — the state's warm climate means no freeze-thaw road damage cycles that drive spring restrictions in northern states.
Yes. Florida has historical weight exemptions for certain agricultural operations including citrus haulers and sugar cane transport. These exemptions typically apply to intrastate hauls on specific routes during harvest seasons. Contact FDOT for current exemption details.
Florida Oversize/Overweight permits are issued by FDOT through the Florida Automated Permit System (FAPS) online at FDOT's website. Single-trip and annual multi-trip permits are available for most oversize configurations.
Florida toll facilities including the Florida Turnpike and expressways use the same statutory weight limits as state highways — 80,000 lbs gross, 20,000 lbs single axle, 34,000 lbs tandem. Overweight vehicles must have a valid permit and are subject to weigh stations.
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Official source: Florida FL Department of TransportationLast reviewed: 2026-04