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T.P.D.MV.22
(Al/2001)
2.2 Vehicle Dimensions
2.2.1 Statutory Dimensions
2.2.LI
The Road Traffic (Construction and Maintenance of Vehicles) Regulations, effective from
August 1984, contain maximum dimensions for vehicles which are shown in Table 2.2.1.1.
2.2.1.2 Table 2.2.1.2 shows the maximum weight of vehicles for the new legislation and Tables 2.2.1.4
- 2.2.1.7 show how these are qualified.
2.2.1.3 The maximum permissible weights transmitted to the road surface, also contained in the
Regulations, are as follows:
(i) For one wheel, where no other wheel is in the same line transversely, not greater than 4.5
tonnes
(ii) For two wheels in the same line transversely, not greater than 9 tonnes
(iii) For two wheels in the same line transversely, if each wheel is fitted with 2 pneumatic tyres
not greater than 10 tonnes.
(iv) For more than 2 wheels in the same line transversely, not greater than 11 tonnes.
2.2.1.4 Maximum swept turning circles for vehicles given in the Road Traffic (Construction and
Maintenance) Regulations are shown in Table 2.2.1.8.
2.2.1.5 Under the legislation the Commissioner also has powers to license vehicles in excess of the
dimensions or weights shown in the tables.