Roof Rack Overhang Regulations

These include the maximum dimensions of loads a vehicle is permitted to carry.

Roof rack overhang regulations.

Motor carriers operating in interstate commerce must comply with the new requirements beginning january 1 2004. Without the wheels on it s just slightly wider than the mirrors on the car but would be narrower than the mirrors if i took the pannier rack off. 60 of the distance between the point of articulation at the front of the trailer and the rear overhang line or 3 7 metres whichever is the lesser. Front rear and side projections or overhang allowed for the vehicle.

Loads overhanging side of vehicle. No specific limit however when combined with a prime mover the overall combination length must not exceed 19 metres. Rear overhang limits for cars and trucks in victoria the maximum rear overhang of a rigid truck including any load carried is the lesser of 3 7 metres or 60 of the wheelbase measured from the rear overhang line which is generally the centre line of the rear axle or axle group. The requirements relating to loads that overhang the front rear or sides of vehicles are set out in regulations 81 and 82 of the road vehicles construction and use regulations 1986 c u as.

The overall length of a rigid truck must not exceed 12 5 metres. Employers must provide the right equipment employers must provide fall protection and the right equipment for the. Loads overhanging at rear of vehicle. The projection of a load on a trailer or roof rack may be up to 305mm on either side of the vehicle or trailer provided that the overall width of the vehicle or trailer including projections does not exceed 2 9m.

Looking at putting the tandem on a rear rack. 1m 2m ends must be clearly visible. If the load for towing is wider than 2 9m then the police must be informed in advance of the journey. A summary of the regulations and safety advice for vehicles carrying overhanging loads covering.

2m 3m reflective marker boards 400mm to 1700mm off the ground. Know the pitch of the roof and follow the appropriate standard. Low slope roof 4 12 slope or less 29 cfr 1926 501 b 10. The maximum length height width and.

On september 27 2002 the federal motor carrier safety administration fmcsa published new cargo securement rules. Over 3m reflective marker boards driver s mate and notification to police required. Up to 1m no markings required. Overhanging loads what you need to know.