# Out of Gauge Cargo

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Out-of-Gauge (OOG) cargo exceeds the dimensional or weight limits of a standard transport unit – most commonly an ISO container – and therefore cannot be shipped using conventional methods.

Out-of-Gauge (OOG) cargo exceeds the dimensional or weight limits of a standard transport unit – most commonly an ISO container – and therefore cannot be shipped using conventional methods. Typical examples include industrial machinery, wind turbine components, structural steelwork, and large fabricated assemblies. Shippers and forwarders must record precise dimensions and weights, select appropriate equipment such as flat-rack containers, lowbed trailers, or heavy-lift vessels, and secure all necessary permits along the entire transport route. Escort requirements, reinforced lashing, and route surveys add to planning complexity and cost. OOG cargo frequently forms part of project cargo operations, where early coordination between shipper, forwarder, and carriers is essential.

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| Property | Value |
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| Term | Out of Gauge Cargo |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 106 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.freightos.com/insights/what-is-out-of-gauge-cargo/ |

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