Missouri Commercial Vehicle Regulations
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What is the maximum height of any vehicle outside of a commercial zone on designated highways plus 10 miles therefrom?

  • 15' 0"
  • 13' 6" (correct)
  • 14' 6"
  • 14' 0"

    • What is the maximum height of any vehicle in a commercial zone?

  • 14' 6"
  • 13' 6"
  • 14' 0" (correct)
  • 15' 0"

    • The commercial zone is _____ mile(s) beyond the city limits plus one mile for every ______ resident(s) or portion thereof.

  • 2, 50,000
  • 1, 100,000
  • 2, 100,000
  • 1, 50,000 (correct)

    • What is the maximum length of any bus or trackless trolley coach not including one foot in the front and back for safety bumper?

    <p>40' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum length of truck-tractor and semi-trailer upon interstates and certain designated highways?

    <p>53' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum length of truck-tractor and semi-trailer upon all other roads?

    <p>65' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum length of truck-trailer, semi-trailer, and trailer combinations upon interstates and certain designated highways?

    <p>65' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum length of truck-trailer, semi-trailer, and trailer combinations upon all other roads?

    <p>75' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum weight allowed on a single axle in a commercial zone?

    <p>22,400 pounds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum weight allowed on a tandem axle on interstates?

    <p>34,000 pounds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum weight allowed on a single axle on all routes except interstates and commercial zones?

    <p>22,000 pounds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum weight allowed on a tandem axle on all routes except interstates?

    <p>36,000 pounds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum gross weight allowed on interstates, primary and other designated highways?

    <p>80,000 pounds (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you determine the maximum gross weight allowed in a commercial zone?

    <p>Multiply the number of axles by 22,400 pounds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do you apply for an over-dimension and overweight permit?

    <p>Missouri Department of Transportation, Motor Carrier Services Unit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Missouri Commercial Vehicle Regulations

    • Maximum Vehicle Height (Outside Commercial Zones): Not specified in the text.

    • Maximum Vehicle Height (Commercial Zones): Not specified in the text.

    • Commercial Zone Population Requirement: Cities with 75,000 or more residents.

    • Commercial Zone Extension: 1 mile beyond city limits, plus 1 mile for every 50,000 residents or portion thereof.

    • Specific City Commercial Zone Extensions:

      • St. Louis City: Specific number of miles not provided in the text.
      • Kansas City: Specific number of miles not provided in the text.
      • Springfield, St. Joseph, and Columbia: Specific number of miles not provided in the text.
      • Interstate Highways: Specific number of miles not provided in the text.

    • Maximum Bus/Trackless Trolley Coach Length: Not provided.

    • Maximum Truck-Tractor & Semi-Trailer Length (Interstates/Designated Highways): Not provided.

    • Maximum Truck-Tractor & Semi-Trailer Length (Other Roads): Not provided.

    • Maximum Truck-Trailer, Semi-Trailer, & Trailer Combinations (Interstates/Designated Highways): Not provided.

    • Maximum Truck-Trailer, Semi-Trailer, & Trailer Combinations (Other Roads): Not provided.

    • Maximum Truck & Trailer(s)/Combination Vehicles (Interstates/Designated Highways): Not provided.

    • Maximum Truck & Trailer(s)/Combination Vehicles (Other Roads): Not provided.

    • Maximum Automobile/Boat Transporter Length: 75 feet (combination unit plus 3 feet front to 4 feet rear overhang).

    • Maximum Driveaway Saddle Mount Combination Lengths (Interstates/Designated Highways): Not specified in the text.

    • Load Extension Beyond Legal Limits: 3 feet from the front and 4 feet from the rear.

    • Exceptions to Length Limits: Farm machinery (occasional short-distance use), temporary transport of farm machinery/road-making equipment, implement dealers moving machinery, towing disabled vehicles for repair.

    • Maximum Single Axle Weight (Interstates): 20,000 pounds.

    • Maximum Single Axle Weight (Commercial Zones): 22,400 pounds.

    • Maximum Single Axle Weight (Other Routes): 22,000 pounds.

    • Maximum Tandem Axle Weight (Interstates): 34,000 pounds.

    • Maximum Tandem Axle Weight (Other Routes): 36,000 pounds.

    • Determining Gross Weight: Actual gross weight allowed depends on the distance between the first and last axles.

    • Commercial Zone Gross Weight Calculation: Multiply the number of axles by 22,400 pounds.

    • Maximum Gross Weight (Interstates, Primary & Designated Highways): 80,000 pounds.

    • Over-Dimension/Overweight Permit Application: Missouri Department of Transportation, Motor Carrier Services Unit.

    • Permit Load Requirements: The load must be non-reducible.

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    This quiz covers the various regulations pertaining to commercial vehicles in Missouri. Topics include height restrictions, commercial zone specifications, and length limitations for trucks and buses. Test your knowledge of these important regulations that impact transportation in Missouri.

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