DOT & MINNESOTA STATE WEIGHT LIMITS
Gross Weight
80,000 lbs
Single Axle
20,000 lbs
Tandem Axle
34,000 lbs
Other State Provisions & Exemptions
- Tridem axle limit is 42,000 lbs.
- Minnesota allows for a 10% weight allowance during the winter on non-Interstate highways.
- Per-tire weight limit is 10,000 lbs.
- Steering axle weight should not exceed 600 lbs per inch of tire width.
- Any other axles should not exceed 500 lbs per inch of tire width.
- Vehicles with idle reduction technology can have axle, vehicle, or bridge formula weights of up to 400 lbs over the limit.
- Minnesota offers several seasonal permits that allow for a 10% weight allowance during certain times of the year on the Interstate System.
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 Minnesota DOT website for current information.
2009 DEERE 135D
From: Royalton, MN,56373
To: Seattle, WA 98108
Dimensions: 24’2″ L x 8’5″ W x 9’1″ H
Weight: 31,000 lbs
MERLO P38.10
From: Millerville, MN 56315
To: Bridger, MT 59014
Dimensions: 14’3″ L x 7’4″ W x 8’1″ H
Weight: 16,204 lbs
CASE IH JX75
From: Crawford, TX 76638
To: Sebeka, MN 56477
Dimensions: 17’6″ L x 5’11” W x 8’4″ H
Weight: 7,750 lbs
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