MONTANA STATE PILOT CAR REGULATIONS
Motor Carrier Services & Trucking – Montana (MDT)
https://www.mdt.mt.gov/business/mcs/
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) Motor Carrier Services provides permitting, registration, safety, and travel information for commercial motor carriers.
- Oversize / Overweight Permits — Apply through the new eTRIPS online permitting system
- Permit Types — Annual Term Permits, Single Trip, Superloads, and more
- Pilot Car / Escort Information — Requirements listed in permit; see official Pilot Car guidelines
- Before You Travel — Road conditions, restrictions, and route information
- GVW Chart & Fees — Gross Vehicle Weight and permitting fees
- Bridge Information — Load posting and restrictions
- IRP & IFTA Online — International Registration Plan and International Fuel Tax Agreement
- Additional Resources — Holiday restrictions, county road weight limits, truck parking (TPAIS), forms & manuals
Key Contacts
- Main Line: 406-444-6130
- Permits & General Inquiries: See MCS Contacts page
Official Montana Resources
Motor Carrier Services Main Page: (https://www.mdt.mt.gov/business/mcs/)
eTRIPS Online Permitting System (for oversize permits)
Road Conditions & Travel Info: (https://www.mdt.mt.gov/travinfo/)
Pilot Car / Escort Guidelines (official PDF or section)
Bridge & Load Restrictions
Disclaimer This information is provided for informational purposes only and is sourced directly from the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and its Motor Carrier Services division. It is not intended as legal advice and does not replace official regulations or your specific permit requirements.
Always verify the most current rules, permit restrictions, road conditions, pilot/escort requirements, and fees directly with MDT through the eTRIPS system before operating any commercial or oversize/overweight vehicle. Requirements and conditions are subject to change.
Need a Pilot Car / Escort in these states? Call/Text: 503-775-6250