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Ohio Commercial Vehicle Toll & Turnpike Permitting Manual
Complete operational manual covering Ohio Turnpike (I-80/I-90) toll classes, LCV triple trailer assembly, PUCO safety enforcement, and ODOT oversize permits.
Turnpike LCV Combinations
Ohio permits Long Combination Vehicles (Turnpike Doubles up to 127,400 lbs and Triples up to 115,000 lbs) exclusively on the Ohio Turnpike between designated assembly marshalling yards.
E-ZPass Toll Savings
Commercial fleets using E-ZPass transponders save up to 33% on Turnpike tolls compared to license plate tolling or cash. Exspeedite matches monthly toll files directly to customer billing.
PUCO Inspection Enforcement
Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) operates high-density inspection cordons along I-75, I-70, and I-71. Live pre-dispatch DVIR and HOS interlocks eliminate preventable out-of-service violations.
Ohio Turnpike E-ZPass Commercial Savings Estimator
Annual Savings with E-ZPass & Exspeedite Toll Matching:
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Ohio Turnpike Commercial Vehicle Classification
| Toll Class | Axles & Height Specifications | Gross Weight Range | Operating Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 5 | 5 Axles | Height > 7'6" | Up to 80,000 lbs | Standard 53' semi-trailer; full speed access across entire turnpike |
| Class 6 | 6 Axles | Height > 7'6" | Up to 90,000 lbs | Tri-axle trailers and heavy equipment haulers |
| Class 7 | 7 Axles | Height > 7'6" | Up to 105,000 lbs | Heavy specialized spread axle configurations |
| Class 8 / 9 (LCV) | 8+ Axles (Doubles / Triples) | Up to 127,400 lbs | Requires OTIC special hauling permit; restricted during adverse winter weather |
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