Virginia Code § 46.2-1126 sets the maximum gross weight limits for motor vehicles operating on public roads. It establishes general weight restrictions to ensure road safety and infrastructure preservation. The law also provides guidelines for weighing vehicles and penalties for violations.
Virginia law sets specific maximum gross weight limits for different types of vehicles, generally to protect road infrastructure. The exact limits depend on vehicle classification and configuration.
Yes, certain vehicles such as those with special permits or operating under specific conditions may be exempt or have different weight limits as authorized by law.
Vehicles are weighed using certified scales at designated weighing stations or locations authorized by law to ensure compliance with weight restrictions.
Violating weight limits can result in fines, citations, and possible vehicle impoundment, along with increased wear and tear on roads and bridges.