DOT & CONNECTICUT STATE WEIGHT LIMITS
Gross Weight
80,000 lbs on the Interstate System
84,000 lbs if the distance between the first and last axle is 43 feet or more on a six-axle combination
73,000 lbs if the distance between the first and last axle is less than 51 ft, or up to 80,000 lbs with Federal Bridge Formula
Single Axle
20,000 lbs on the Interstate System
22,400 lbs for axle spacings of 6 ft or more
18,000 lbs for axle spacings of less than 6 ft
Tandem Axle
34,000 lbs on the Interstate System
36,000 lbs for axle spacings of less than 6 ft
Other State Provisions & Exemptions
- Vehicles with idle reduction technology can have axle, vehicle, or bridge formula weights of up to 400 lbs over the limit.
The information provided here is not comprehensive and may not reflect the most recent state limits. Additional codes, regulations, and exemptions may apply. Please visit the Connecticut DOT website for current information.
CATERPILLAR D3K XL
From: North Haven, CT 06473
To: Nyack, NY 10960
Dimensions: 14’0″ L x 6’2″ W x 9’1″ H
Weight: 17,185 lbs
1971 BUCYRUS-ERIE 65C
From: Plainville, CT 06062
To: Baltimore, MD 21202
Dimensions: 36’7″ L x 11’0″ W x 12’5″ H
Weight: 90,000 lbs
2019 KUBOTA RTVX1100CW
From: Ada, OK 74820
To: New Milford, CT 06776
Dimensions: 8’0″ L x 5’0″ W x 6’0″ H
Weight: 2,400 lbs
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