T.O.A.F – Abnormal Loads
Transit of Abnormal Freight
ZINARA manages the Transit of Abnormal Freight (T.O.A.F) – the movement of vehicles or loads that exceed the standard dimensions or weight limits prescribed under the Roads Act.
What is an Abnormal Load?
An abnormal load is any vehicle, trailer, or combination of vehicles carrying a load that exceeds standard prescribed dimensions or axle load limits.
These include:
- Overwidth loads (exceeding 2.5 metres)
- Overlength loads (exceeding 22 metres)
- Overheight loads (exceeding 4.3 metres)
- Overweight loads (exceeding prescribed axle loads)
- Construction equipment and machinery
- Power generation equipment
T.O.A.F Application Process
Submit Application
Submit a T.O.A.F application form to the nearest ZINARA office with details of the load, vehicle, and intended route.
Route Assessment
ZINARA engineers assess the proposed route for suitability, including bridge load capacity and road width.
Fee Payment
Pay the prescribed T.O.A.F fee based on the load type, weight, dimensions, and distance of travel.
Permit Issuance
Receive your T.O.A.F permit with specified conditions, approved routes, times of travel, and escort requirements.
T.O.A.F Fee Schedule
Abnormal Load fees as prescribed by the 3rd Schedule of SI 106 of 1993:
Registration
| # | Item | Foreign (USD) | Local (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abnormal Vehicle Registration | $ 120 | $ 100 |
2. Equivalent Single Wheel Mass (ESWM) — per km
| ESWM Range (kg) | Foreign (USD/km) | Local (USD/km) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 750 – 4 350 | $ 0.11 | $ 0.08 |
| 4 351 – 4 550 | $ 0.14 | $ 0.10 |
| 4 551 – 4 750 | $ 0.17 | $ 0.12 |
| 4 751 – 5 000 | $ 0.20 | $ 0.15 |
3. Other Charges
| # | Item | Foreign (USD) | Local (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Super Abnormal Loads (GVM > 120 000 kg) | $ 12 / km | $ 6 / km |
| 4 | Abnormal Size with Escort | $ 40 / km | $ 30 / km |
| 5 | Abnormal Size without Escort | $ 100 / km | $ 100 / km |
How Payments Are Made
Fee Calculation
Calculations are done by the Department of Roads — Bridges section.
Payment Location
Payments are made at the ZINARA Highlands office.
Governing Legislation
- Road Traffic Act [Chapter 13:11]
- Road Traffic (Axle Loading) (Amendment) Regulations, 2022 (No. 6)
Key Stakeholders
Department of Roads (DOR)
Registration, fee calculation, route determination and permit issuance
VID
Validation of vehicle configurations and enforcement
CVR
Abnormal load vehicle registration
ZINARA
Collection of abnormal load fees
Apply for a T.O.A.F Permit
Contact ZINARA's T.O.A.F department to submit your application or enquire about requirements for your specific load.