R909-2-5. Legal Weight Limitations

(1) The maximum gross and axle weight limitations are noted in Table 2 and may not be operated at more than:

  TABLE 2

  Maximum Gross and Axle Weight Limitations

Single Wheel 10,500 pounds

Single Axle 20,000 pounds

Tandem Axle 34,000 pounds

Tridem Axle must comply with bridge formula

Gross Vehicle Weight 80,000 pounds

  

(2) An overweight permit must be obtained to authorize any exception to the maximum weight limitations listed in Table 2.

(3) The weight limitation in Table 2 does not apply to a covered heavy-duty tow and recovery vehicle.

(4) Emergency vehicles may exceed the weight limits (up to a maximum gross vehicle weight of 86,000 pounds) of less than - 24,000 pounds on a single steering axle; 33,500 pounds on a single drive axle; 62,000 pounds on a tandem axle; or 52,000 pounds on a tandem rear drive steer axle.

(5) A natural gas vehicle may exceed any vehicle weight limit (up to a maximum gross vehicle weight of 82,000 pounds) by any amount that is equal to the difference between: the weight of the vehicle attributable to the natural gas tank and fueling system carried by that vehicle; and the weight of a comparable diesel tank and fueling system.