Re: Hauling tractors

Posted by John Ne. on August 27, 2002 at 21:48:20 from (209.74.225.185):

In Reply to: Hauling tractors posted by David UK on August 27, 2002 at 16:17:41:

Here in the US, the laws vary quite a bit from state to state, state laws apply even on federal highways. It also depends on where you live, the western states may be more lenient than the more congested eastern part. Many states let any agricultural trucks go right past the weigh scales, which are run by the dept. of roads. 5th wheel trailers have gained in popularity, so much easier to back up, and maneuver. Most of the trucks we use to haul with, weigh from 5,000 to 9,000 lbs. that is, 3/4 ton to 1 ton duallies. And most are powered with gas or diesels from 5.5 litre to 8 litre, The Dodge V-10 is that size. Electrical trailer brakes are the norm, at least ten times more popular than the hydraulic surge brakes. I've never seen air brakes on anything less than a 2.5 ton truck, and only once on a trailer. Only time the police really crack down is with faulty lights on the trailer, or something grossly overloaded. Have to remember we have so many miles of highway that are very lightly patrolled. And when we license our rigs, they generally aren't inspected, at least by the licensing people. Some states have no vehicle inspection at all, while others check tires, brakes lights, very closely and aren't afraid to fail a vehicle. You should see some of the 5th wheel(goose neck) trailers hauling 3 tractors, behind a crew cab dually pickup that is almost 28 ft. long by itself. John in Nebraska

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