Maximum trailer length without permit is 60 feet.
Maximum total straight truck length without permit is unlimited.
Up to turnpike trains with 60 foot trailers are permitted. No special permit is required (other than the driver's doubles/triples endorsement), and long combination vehicles are allowed to roam freely throughout the state.
Single axle: 22,500.
Tandem axle: 44,000 lbs. 41,000 lbs. for six-axle combination.
Tridem axle: either Federal Bridge Formula or 60,000 lb, whichever is more permissive.
Gross weight: 650,000 lbs on interstate highways.
A maximum of 22,000 lbs on a single axle;
A maximum of 43,000 lbs on two axles spaced less than 7 feet;
On a group of axles spaced between 7 and 10 feet: 6,500 lbs. multiplied by the distance in feet between the extreme axles;
On a group of axles spaced between 10 and 30 feet: 2,200 lbs. multiplied by the sum of 20 and the distance in feet between the extreme axles; or
On a group of axles spaced more than 30 feet: 1,600 lbs. multiplied by the sum of 40 and the distance in feet between the extreme axles.
There are no limits off of interstates.
The following types of vehicles have full weight exemptions:
Aggregate products.
Agricultural/farm products and commodities.
Construction/demolition equipment and highway machinery.
Fire trucks.
Government-owned vehicles.
Implements of husbandry.
Snow Plows.
Waste/rubbish/trash.
Timber products and commodities.
Tow trucks/wreckers.
The following types of vehicles have full weight exemptions:
Aggregate products.
Agricultural/farm products and commodities.
Construction/demolition equipment and highway machinery.
Fire trucks.
Government-owned vehicles.
Implements of husbandry.
Snow Plows.
Waste/rubbish/trash.
Timber products and commodities.
Tow trucks/wreckers.
Trivia: the 650,000 lb (325 ton) figure was inspired by a mention in the video Volvo Trucks - Volvo Trucks vs 750 Tonnes: An extreme heavy haulage challenge. However, the video was made with a 2012 Generation Volvo FH16 configured specifically for extremely heavy loads, so this figure is extremely optimistic.
Libertopia:
Virtually all of the roads in Libertopia are private roads. This is the directive from the Department of Public Safety as guidelines for owners of the roads;
Maximum trailer length is 48 feet.
Maximum straight truck overall length is 40 feet.
Maximum straight truck and trailer combination or straight truck and semi-trailer combination overall length is 65 feet. Trucks equipped with dromedary boxes count as straight trucks.
Overhang, depending on application (such as logging or pole carrying) is tolerated, so long as there is a square orange sign that says "load overhang" on the back.
Virtually all of the roads in Libertopia are private roads. This is the directive from the Department of Public Safety as guidelines for owners of the roads;
Maximum trailer length is 48 feet.
Maximum straight truck overall length is 40 feet.
Maximum straight truck and trailer combination or straight truck and semi-trailer combination overall length is 65 feet. Trucks equipped with dromedary boxes count as straight trucks.
Overhang, depending on application (such as logging or pole carrying) is tolerated, so long as there is a square orange sign that says "load overhang" on the back.
Single:
20,000 lbs.
18,000 lbs. on high pressure or solid rubber tires
18,000 lbs. on high pressure or solid rubber tires
15,000 lbs. (with axle spacing of less than 42 inches)
Tandem Axle 34,000 lbs.
32,000 lbs. on high pressure or solid rubber tires
Each axle of a tandem assembly is limited to 13,000 lbs. on all other highways, except in the following cases:
One axle may carry up to 16,000 lbs. if there is no other axle within 9 ft. of any axle of the assembly and no other axle in the vehicle combination exceeds 13,000 lbs.
Two consecutive tandem axles may carry up to 16,000 lbs. each if there is no other axle within 9 ft. of any axle of the assembly and the vehicle is a truck tractor-semitrailer combination having not more than five axles.
One axle may carry up to 16,000 lbs. if there is no other axle within 9 ft. of any axle of the assembly and no other axle in the vehicle combination exceeds 13,000 lbs.
Two consecutive tandem axles may carry up to 16,000 lbs. each if there is no other axle within 9 ft. of any axle of the assembly and the vehicle is a truck tractor-semitrailer combination having not more than five axles.
https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/FREIGHT/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm#pa
Tridem: 42,000 lbs.
Gross: 80,000 lbs.
To operate above 73,000 lbs, there must be a minimum of 51 feet between the center of the first axle and the center of the last axle.
Never more than 10,000 lb per tire is permitted.
Auxiliary/supplemental axles, such as pusher axles, lift axles, or trailing axles, are not counted in calculating maximum GVW, except by special permit.
The weight of the equipment for idle reduction and/or auxiliary power units is exempt from the total weight of the vehicle.
Ironically, in case of a fossil fuel crisis, severe driver shortage, or a like emergency, the State of Libertopia would change its standards of that to New Israel/Authoritarianistan.
Inspiration links:
General:
https://www.bigtruckguide.com/heaviest-semi-trucks-in-the-united-states-and-canada/
https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/FREIGHT/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm
https://casetext.com/statute/maine-statutes/title-29-a-motor-vehicles/chapter-21-weight-dimension-and-protection-of-ways-2351-2397/subchapter-1-weight/29-a-2355-b-exemption-for-weight-axle-and-configuration-limits-on-interstate-system
https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/23/658.17
http://itdtrailers.com
https://www.txdmv.gov/reports-and-data/doc_download/6979-dmv-length-brochure
https://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/MCT/Documents/truck_size_weight_limits.pdf
https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/NR/rdonlyres/EF9BD746-33DC-4A7F-A7FA-744897188D64/0/WASHTOGuide2009.pdf
https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/size_regs_final_rpt/
https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_b.htm
Libertopia:
https://www.superdumps.com/bridge_laws/?state=Alaska
A playlist about the issue of longer, heavier vehicles in real life;
Headlights must be on at all times.
Auxiliary/supplemental axles, such as pusher axles, lift axles, or trailing axles, are not counted in calculating maximum GVW, except by special permit.
The weight of the equipment for idle reduction and/or auxiliary power units is exempt from the total weight of the vehicle.
Ironically, in case of a fossil fuel crisis, severe driver shortage, or a like emergency, the State of Libertopia would change its standards of that to New Israel/Authoritarianistan.
Inspiration links:
General:
https://www.bigtruckguide.com/heaviest-semi-trucks-in-the-united-states-and-canada/
https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/FREIGHT/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_a.htm
https://casetext.com/statute/maine-statutes/title-29-a-motor-vehicles/chapter-21-weight-dimension-and-protection-of-ways-2351-2397/subchapter-1-weight/29-a-2355-b-exemption-for-weight-axle-and-configuration-limits-on-interstate-system
https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/23/658.17
http://itdtrailers.com
https://www.txdmv.gov/reports-and-data/doc_download/6979-dmv-length-brochure
https://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/MCT/Documents/truck_size_weight_limits.pdf
https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/NR/rdonlyres/EF9BD746-33DC-4A7F-A7FA-744897188D64/0/WASHTOGuide2009.pdf
https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/publications/size_regs_final_rpt/
https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/policy/rpt_congress/truck_sw_laws/app_b.htm
Libertopia:
https://www.superdumps.com/bridge_laws/?state=Alaska
A playlist about the issue of longer, heavier vehicles in real life;
Libertopia
Speed limits as advised by the Department of Public Safety:
55 mph rural.
35 mph urban.
35 mph undivided rural.
20 mph residential roads.
Except when passing.
Prima facie?: Yes.
Headlights must be on at all times.
Inspection? Yes, annually. Obtaining an "Economic Hardship Waiver" is possible for poor individuals and families. However, they may still face harsher legal and insurance liability if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
Emissions regulations?: local governments may hold a referendum to petition the state government to authorize the enforcement of emissions regulations for the said government, and for the state to enforce regulations in metropolitan areas on a case-by-case basis. Must be approved by a yearly referendum of the plaintiff government's jurisdiction.
New Israel/Authoritarianistan
Speed limit:
85 mph, rural freeways and undivided rural roads.
70 mph, urban freeways.
35 mph on residential roads.
For ticketing, it is absolute with state agents, while it is 10 mph over for City Police.
Prima facie?: No.
Inspection?: Yes (annually).
Emissions?: Yes (statewide annually).
Vehicles registered from 1966 onward must comply with California emissions standards. Conducted annually, and prior to sale or transfer of ownership. Unlike California, motorcycles must comply, and vehicles under 6 years old are required to undergo emissions inspection and comply.
The following gets inspected in safety inspections:
Registration, plates, registration certificate and vehicle identification number.
Steering, front end and suspension.
Brakes, including parking brake.
Odometer and speedometer.
Electrical system, horn and defroster.
Lights and reflectors, including headlight aim.
Glass, glazing and mirrors.
Wipers.
Exhaust system.
On-board diagnostics system.
Body, chassis and bumper height.
Fuel system.
Tires and wheels.
http://liftlaws.com/
Other things are the same as New York:
https://dmv.ny.gov/brochure/new-york-state-vehicle-safetyemissions-inspection-program
Minimum of 88% visible light transmission required on the windshield and windows, all-around.
Driver's license:
Libertopia:
Hardship license for minors?; Yes (for school, employment, medical, errands, etc).
Minimum age for learner's permit: 14 years.
Minimum age for restricted license: 14 years, 3 months.
Can't carry more passengers who are not family members than the number of safety restraints in the vehicle.
Minimum age for full/unrestricted license: 16 years.
Validity for full/unrestricted license: 12 years, then 8 years after age 65.
Notes: must take driver's education or log 30 practice hours to obtain a full license.
Authoritarianistan:
Hardship license?: no.
Minimum age for learner's permit: 16 years.
Minimum age for restricted license: 17 years. May only transport immediate family, and at that, may never exceed the vehicle's manufactured passenger capacity. May only drive between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. without a parent in the vehicle.
Minimum age for unrestricted license: 18 years.
Notes: must log over 60 practice hours, including over 10 practice hours at night, with a licensed driver over 21 before buying a restricted license. Must repeat this to buy an unrestricted license.
License plates:
Libertopia:
Two plates are issued, but only one is required. Two plates are required for government officials and government-owned and government-leased vehicles, other than law enforcement vehicles.
Law enforcement and security-patrol license plates are yellow-on-blue, except for unmarked and undercover vehicles.
Individuals have the option of listing their occupation on their plate if it requires special privileges, such as press members, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, nurses, and doctors. These 'special privilege' plates are issued on a case-by-case basis, as that the State of Libertopia government does not handle licensing of medical professionals or private firefighters, with those functions being done by private certification organizations.
If a request is denied, the individual may appeal the decision in traffic court.
Judges also have the option of listing their occupation on their license plate, but this is not recommended.
Amateur radio operators may also have their own custom plates and may use their radio call sign as their number, and may use the same number on any vehicle that they own.
Veteran's plates are available to military veterans, with statuses such as "Prisoner of War", "Medal of Honor recipient" or" Purple Heart recipients".
All state and local government officials are required to have a blue-on-yellow license plate, and display the plate on both ends of their vehicle, even for motorcycles and trailers. The plate lists the jurisdiction they serve, and their title/position.
For example, a plate for an Example City Council member would list their registering jurisdiction as "Example City" and "City Council Member".
Another example would be, for a State Senator would be "Libertopia State" and "State Senator".
Vanity plates are available, with over 200 combinations. Money from fees is donated to causes such as providing extra money to law enforcement agencies with tight budgets.
Fleet vehicle owners may also customize plates that are specific to their organization, much like Indiana.
Authoritarianistan/New Israel:
Two plates are required on all vehicles, including on motorcycles and trailers.
State officials and agencies working for the state (such as the Armed Security Service) have "Exempt" plates.
All plates must have either the state motto "Duty, Unity, Work, & Faith", or "Everything for God, State & Fatherland", with the former being the default.
Watercraft registration:
Libertopia:
Not required for;
Seasonal boats (such as duck boats, rice boats, etc).
All vessels or boats that are not powered by one or more onboard motors.
Boats exclusively operated in private waters.
Vessels brought in for racing.
Vessels using a temporary number.
Lifeboats.
Boats registered outside the state that aren't being used for more than 90 consecutive days in state jurisdiction.
Boats registered to or by the Coast Guard.
New Israel:
All boats must be registered. It is unclear rather or not air mattresses and water toys, such as inner tubes, are considered "boats".
The following gets inspected in safety inspections:
Registration, plates, registration certificate and vehicle identification number.
Steering, front end and suspension.
Brakes, including parking brake.
Odometer and speedometer.
Electrical system, horn and defroster.
Lights and reflectors, including headlight aim.
Glass, glazing and mirrors.
Wipers.
Exhaust system.
On-board diagnostics system.
Body, chassis and bumper height.
Fuel system.
Tires and wheels.
http://liftlaws.com/
Other things are the same as New York:
https://dmv.ny.gov/brochure/new-york-state-vehicle-safetyemissions-inspection-program
Minimum of 88% visible light transmission required on the windshield and windows, all-around.
Driver's license:
Libertopia:
Hardship license for minors?; Yes (for school, employment, medical, errands, etc).
Minimum age for learner's permit: 14 years.
Minimum age for restricted license: 14 years, 3 months.
Can't carry more passengers who are not family members than the number of safety restraints in the vehicle.
Minimum age for full/unrestricted license: 16 years.
Validity for full/unrestricted license: 12 years, then 8 years after age 65.
Notes: must take driver's education or log 30 practice hours to obtain a full license.
Authoritarianistan:
Hardship license?: no.
Minimum age for learner's permit: 16 years.
Minimum age for restricted license: 17 years. May only transport immediate family, and at that, may never exceed the vehicle's manufactured passenger capacity. May only drive between the hours of 6:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. without a parent in the vehicle.
Minimum age for unrestricted license: 18 years.
Notes: must log over 60 practice hours, including over 10 practice hours at night, with a licensed driver over 21 before buying a restricted license. Must repeat this to buy an unrestricted license.
License plates:
Libertopia:
Two plates are issued, but only one is required. Two plates are required for government officials and government-owned and government-leased vehicles, other than law enforcement vehicles.
Law enforcement and security-patrol license plates are yellow-on-blue, except for unmarked and undercover vehicles.
Individuals have the option of listing their occupation on their plate if it requires special privileges, such as press members, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, nurses, and doctors. These 'special privilege' plates are issued on a case-by-case basis, as that the State of Libertopia government does not handle licensing of medical professionals or private firefighters, with those functions being done by private certification organizations.
If a request is denied, the individual may appeal the decision in traffic court.
Judges also have the option of listing their occupation on their license plate, but this is not recommended.
Amateur radio operators may also have their own custom plates and may use their radio call sign as their number, and may use the same number on any vehicle that they own.
Veteran's plates are available to military veterans, with statuses such as "Prisoner of War", "Medal of Honor recipient" or" Purple Heart recipients".
All state and local government officials are required to have a blue-on-yellow license plate, and display the plate on both ends of their vehicle, even for motorcycles and trailers. The plate lists the jurisdiction they serve, and their title/position.
For example, a plate for an Example City Council member would list their registering jurisdiction as "Example City" and "City Council Member".
Another example would be, for a State Senator would be "Libertopia State" and "State Senator".
Vanity plates are available, with over 200 combinations. Money from fees is donated to causes such as providing extra money to law enforcement agencies with tight budgets.
Fleet vehicle owners may also customize plates that are specific to their organization, much like Indiana.
Authoritarianistan/New Israel:
Two plates are required on all vehicles, including on motorcycles and trailers.
State officials and agencies working for the state (such as the Armed Security Service) have "Exempt" plates.
All plates must have either the state motto "Duty, Unity, Work, & Faith", or "Everything for God, State & Fatherland", with the former being the default.
Watercraft registration:
Libertopia:
Not required for;
Seasonal boats (such as duck boats, rice boats, etc).
All vessels or boats that are not powered by one or more onboard motors.
Boats exclusively operated in private waters.
Vessels brought in for racing.
Vessels using a temporary number.
Lifeboats.
Boats registered outside the state that aren't being used for more than 90 consecutive days in state jurisdiction.
Boats registered to or by the Coast Guard.
New Israel:
All boats must be registered. It is unclear rather or not air mattresses and water toys, such as inner tubes, are considered "boats".
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