Arkansas troopers stop oversized load without a permit weighing nearly 129,000 pounds
Arkansas State Police troopers stopped an oversized load that was being hauled without the required permit and found the combination weighed nearly 129,000 pounds.
Oversize and overweight permits are required for loads that exceed legal size and weight limits. Those permits typically spell out approved routes, travel times, and any escort or safety requirements needed to protect infrastructure and other drivers on the road.
Loads in this weight range can create real problems when they’re moved without the right planning. Excess weight can increase stopping distance and stress brakes and tires, and it can also raise the risk of damage to pavements and bridges that were not rated for that kind of load.
For professional drivers, the stop is a reminder that enforcement around permits and scale compliance can be strict, especially with heavy or specialized freight. Even when the load itself is secure, paperwork and route compliance are part of moving it legally and safely.
No further details were provided about where the stop occurred, what was being hauled, or what citations were issued.