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You can use this one document to see what one specific truck can weigh across different jurisdictions. This table will also tell you what the maximum axle weights are in each US State and Canadian Province, which bridge law, if any is needed, and whether a permit is required.
You can use this one document to see what one specific truck can weigh across different jurisdictions. This table will also tell you what the maximum axle weights are in each US State and Canadian Province, which bridge law, if any is needed, and whether a permit is required.
Updated Michigan Super Single Tires to specify their weight. Generally, if super single tires are at least 13″ / 330mm in width they can attain the same weight limits in MI as dual tires.
The Big Truck Guide database contains dimension limits for 27 truck types. Pictures of each dimension are shown, with examples of straight truck limits, semi truck limits, and limits specific to B Trains, A trains and other trailers.
A new report by the Carbon Tracker Initiative highlights a reality that will soon be apparent to everyone. Fossil fuels are something that will come to an end, and the world will move to other sources of energy. Not only because it is better for the environment, but most importantly, because it will be cheaper. Which energy sources will be used for powering heavy trucks in the future?
Iowa updated its straight truck length to 45′ from 41′. Current code can be viewed here.
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All data on this page is actively maintained. The most recent change was in October 2020. Kingpin to Rear Axle Distances The table below lists Kingpin to Rear Axles measures for a 5 axle semi truck. These measures are applicable on all roads in the state, including US Interstates Jurisdiction Min Max Substate Measures Alabama– … Read more
The semi trailer length for a 5 axle semi truck trailer varies by state. While federal rules ensure that states cannot reduce the length of a trailer to less than 53 feet on the interstate and access roads, trailer lengths can be shorter than 53 feet on roads that are not federally funded. Also, states … Read more
Everything that you need to know about Kingpin to Tandem Axle Measures in 4 pages, including a printable copy of the Kingpin to Tandem Axles Maximums table, map, and instructions on how and when to move your axles.