ODC (Over Dimensional Cargo)
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ODC means Over Dimensional Cargo: goods that are too long, wide or high to fit within the normal dimensions allowed for a truck, such as turbines, boilers, large pipes and prefabricated structures. ODC needs special trailers, route planning and permissions, and the e-way bill validity is 1 day per 20 km.
Detailed Explanation & Statutory Rules
ODC freight is priced and planned differently from normal loads. The cargo may need a low-bed or multi-axle trailer, escort vehicles, route surveys for bridges and overhead lines, and permissions from authorities along the route. Movement is often slower and limited to certain hours. Because of the slow speed the e-way bill validity is shorter in distance terms: 1 day for every 20 km, against 1 day per 200 km for normal cargo. Agree the dimensions, the route, the permissions and who arranges them in writing before booking.
Practical Indian Freight Example
"A 40-metre wind turbine blade is moved from Chennai to a site near Jaisalmer on a special trailer with escorts. The route is about 2,000 km. Under the 1 day per 20 km rule, the e-way bill validity would be 100 days, so the broker plans the movement and permissions in stages."
Key Questions & Answers
What is the e-way bill validity for ODC?
1 day for every 20 km, against 1 day per 200 km for normal cargo. Use the e-way bill validity calculator to check a trip.
Who arranges ODC permissions?
It is by agreement. Many transporters handle route permissions and bill them, but write down who does what before booking.
ODC in Hinglish (Hindi in English letters)
ODC ka full form kya hai?
ODC ka full form Over Dimensional Cargo hai, yaani bahut lamba, chauda ya ooncha maal jo normal truck me nahi aata.
ODC ka e-way bill kitne din chalta hai?
ODC me har 20 km par 1 din, normal maal me 200 km par 1 din.
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