Virginia law limits the maximum weight for tandem axles on vehicles to 34,000 pounds, ensuring no single axle exceeds the weight allowed for a single axle. It also restricts the combined weight of two or more consecutive axles spaced between forty and ninety-six inches apart. These regulations help maintain road safety and infrastructure integrity.
The maximum weight for any tandem axle in Virginia is 34,000 pounds.
No, no single axle of a tandem unit shall exceed the weight permitted for a single axle.
The combined weight of two or more consecutive axles spaced between forty and ninety-six inches apart must not exceed 34,000 pounds.
These restrictions help protect road infrastructure and ensure vehicle safety by preventing excessive weight on roads.