Pennsylvania law Sections 4975 and 4976 authorize annual permits for the movement of special mobile equipment and bulk agricultural products like animal feed and unprocessed grain. These permits specify size, weight, and speed restrictions, with certain highway limitations. Section 1998 appears to reference amendments related to these provisions.
Any entity needing to transport special mobile equipment that does not exceed 9 feet 2 inches in width on Pennsylvania highways can apply for an annual permit.
Yes, the vehicle's gross weight cannot exceed 95,000 pounds, and the weight on any nonsteering axle must not exceed 21,000 pounds.
No, permits for moving bulk animal feed or unprocessed grain are not issued for interstate highways.
The vehicle must maintain a minimum speed of 40 miles per hour while moving under the permit.