DOT & NORTH DAKOTA STATE WEIGHT LIMITS
Gross Weight
80,000 lbs on the Interstate System
Single Axle
20,000 lbs
Tandem Axle
34,000 lbs on all highways
17,000 lbs per axle on the Interstate System
19,000 lbs per axle on non-Interstate highways
Other State Provisions & Exemptions
- North Dakota offers an annual pass that allows for GVWs of 105,500 lbs on non-Interstate highways.
- Tridems must follow the Federal Bridge Formula when traveling on the Interstate System, but North Dakota allows 48,000 lbs for tridems on non-Interstate highways.
- Weight should not exceed 550 lbs per inch of tire width for non-steering axles, no more than 10,000 lbs on a single tire.
- Vehicles with idle reduction technology are permitted 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 North Dakota DOT website for current information.
1961 JOHN DEERE 2010
From: Devils Lake, ND 58301
To: Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Dimensions: 11’8″ L x 5’11” W x 6’4″ H
Weight: 5,120 lbs
FORD F100
From: Ashley, ND 58413
To: Payson, IL 62360
Dimensions: N/A
Weight: N/A
2015 KENWORTH T680
From: Elkhart, IN 46516
To: Rolette, ND 58366
Dimensions: 23’0″ L x 8’6″ W x 10’0″ H
Weight: 15,000 lbs
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