Understanding Truck Weights and Dimensions – E-textbook and training program

E-textbook and training program

After working through this book you will be able to:

• Distinguish between gross weights, tare weights, and payloads
• Identify the different types of weight limits that apply to vehicles:
  • Gross Weights
  • Axle weights
  • Tire Weights
  • Manufacturers’ Weights
• Learn where US Federal Laws apply
• Understand how the Federal government controls truck dimensions
• Understand how the Federal government regulates weights including Bridge Weights
• Learn why kingpin to rear axle restrictions are in place
• Find out how to adjust your axles, and in what direction
• Find out what the maximum and minimum limits are for KPRA measurements.

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The textbook can be used as a reference for working through the lessons and quizzes below.

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Lesson 1 – Introduction to Truck Weights

Lesson 2 – US Federal Law – ‘How they work’ and Dimensions

Lesson 3 – US Federal Law – Weights

Lesson 4 – Kingpin to Rear Trailer Axles Distances