750kg truck height limits are crucial regulations for safe and legal cargo transport. Compliance ensures road safety and helps avoid unnecessary fines. This Xe Tai My Dinh article details the current height limits for 750kg trucks.
750kg Truck Height Regulations According to Circular 46/2015/TT-BGTVT
Article 18 of Circular 46/2015/TT-BGTVT regulates road load and size limits. The height limit for trucks depends on cargo weight and vehicle type. For 750kg trucks (vehicles carrying under 2.5 tons), the allowed cargo height cannot exceed 2.8 meters from the road surface.
This applies to both open and closed bed trucks:
- Closed Bed Trucks (covered): Cargo height cannot exceed the limit within the truck bed, according to the manufacturer’s design or approved modifications.
- Open Bed Trucks (uncovered): If cargo exceeds the bed height, it must be securely fastened to ensure safety. The maximum height remains 2.8 meters.
Open bed truck carrying goods exceeding the bed height, secured with ropes.
Exceptions
For specialized vehicles and container trucks, the maximum cargo height is 4.35 meters. For bulk cargo like soil, stone, sand, gravel, coal, or similar materials, the cargo height cannot exceed the bed height listed in the vehicle’s technical safety and environmental protection inspection certificate.
Container truck transporting shipping containers on the road.
Penalties for Height Limit Violations
According to Decree 46/2016/ND-CP, 750kg truck owners exceeding the 2.8-meter height limit face fines from 2,000,000 to 3,000,000 VND. Additional penalties may include license suspension.
Traffic police officer measuring the height of cargo on a truck, indicating a potential violation.
Conclusion
Understanding and adhering to 750kg truck height limits is essential. Xe Tai My Dinh advises truck owners to carefully check cargo dimensions before transport, ensuring the height does not exceed regulations to avoid penalties and ensure road safety. Contact Xe Tai My Dinh for detailed advice on suitable trucks for your transport needs.
