OAR 734-082-0016
Weights for Multiple Non-Divisible Loads


(1) The loaded weight of a group of axles, vehicle, or combination of vehicles shall not exceed that specified in the Permit Weight Table assigned to the permit.
(2) The maximum allowable weight for single axles and tandem axles shall not exceed those specified under ORS 818.010 (Maximum allowable weight)(1) and (2).
(3) When a group of axles or gross weight is 80,000 pounds or less, the maximum allowable weight shall not exceed those specified under ORS 818.010 (Maximum allowable weight)(3).
(4) When a group of axles or gross weight is more than 80,000 pounds, the maximum allowable weight shall not exceed those set forth in Permit Weight Table 2. In no case may gross weight exceed the sum of the permittable axle, tandem axle or group of axle weights, whichever is less.
(5) The exception described in ORS 818.030 (Exemptions from weight limitations)(10) and 818.340 (Operating in violation of variance permit)(4) is limited to the actual weight of the idle reduction system, not to exceed 550 pounds. In order to qualify for the exception, the operator of the vehicle may be required to prove:
(a) By written certification, the weight of the auxiliary power unit; and
(b) By demonstration or certification, that the idle reduction technology is fully functional.
(6) A vehicle that uses natural gas as its fuel source, or is powered primarily by means of an electric battery, may exceed the weight limitations established under ORS 818.010 (Maximum allowable weight) by not more than 2,000 pounds.

Source: Rule 734-082-0016 — Weights for Multiple Non-Divisible Loads, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=734-082-0016.

Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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