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Safety and Road Weight Laws

Weight Limitation

Gross Weight Limit Rule:
    80,000 limit (including Tractor, Container, Chassis and Payload)



Maximum Cargo Weight (with REGULAR chassis) :
        37,500 Ibs (17.00 ton): 20ft container
        44.500 Ibs (20.18 ton): 40/45ft container

Maximum Cargo Weight (with SPECIAL chassis):
        44,000 Ibs (19.75 ton): 20ft container with 3 - axle chassis
        56,500 Ibs (25.62 ton): 40/45 ft super - chassis ( 3 or 4 axles)

Notes:

1. Reefer container

        Should deduct between 2,500 and 3,000Ibs from the above cargo weight to accommodate
        weight of fully fueled.

2. Special Chassis Rental Cost
        Rental cost varies by area and vender.
        The average figure is an extra $ 150.00

3. Contace Point
        If you have HEAVIER cargo exceeding above weight guidelines, then please send message.
        We will evaluate on a case by case basis and reply with additional charge or refusal of cargo.

For more detailed information please see the following link:
        www.fmcsa.dot.gov/
        www.chp.ca.gov/