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Tasmania Class 3 Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Operator’s Guide
Tasmania Class 3 Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Operator’s Guide
National
Heavy
Vehicle
Regulator
The Tasmania Class 3 Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) exempts Class 3 truck and dog trailer combinations from certain mass and dimension requirements of the Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation (MDL).
Note: The Notice provides an exemption from certain heavy vehicle mass and length limits outlined in the MDL for Class 3 vehicles.
This instrument does NOT exempt these heavy vehicles from other requirements of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) including other dimension requirements and mass requirements.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Gazette Notice: | C2024G00110 |
| Starts: | 10 February 2024 |
| Expires: | 9 February 2029 |
| Vehicle types: | Class 3, truck and dog trailer combination |
| Exemptions: |
Mass requirements (axle mass limits, axle spacing mass limits, axle group mass limits, general combination mass, single vehicle mass) Dimension requirements (general length, combination length) |
| Law: | HVNL, MDL |
| Coverage: | TAS |
| To be carried: | No |
- Overview
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- Eligible
Vehicles - Conditions
- Network and
Mapping - Related
Notices - Resources
- Changes and
Updates
Overview
The information in this Operator’s Guide is intended to do two things:
- Explain how the Tasmania Class 3 Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) (Notice) operates, to assist in complying with it. It is important to remember this Operator’s Guide is instructional only and it is the Notice that provides the exemption or authorisation. If there is a difference or misunderstanding between the Operator’s Guide and the Notice, the Notice has priority and must be followed. The only exceptions are the requirements or conditions set out in the ‘Network and Mapping’ section explained below.
- Provide additional information referred to in the network requirements of the Notice. This includes links to network maps and other information such as vehicle, travel and road conditions. Networks and their conditions published in the ‘Network and Mapping’ section of this Operator’s Guide are not general advice and must be treated as conditions of the Notice.
Please read the Notice and this Operator’s Guide together. To download or print this guide, use the print or PDF buttons on the top right of this page.
About the Notice
The Notice replaces access previously provided by the following notices:
- Tasmania Class 3 Heavy Vehicle Truck and Dog Trailer Combination (Increased Mass Limits) Mass Exemption Notice 2019 (No.1)
- Tasmania Class 3 Heavy Vehicle Truck and Dog Trailer Combination Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2019 (No.1)
Exemptions
These exemptions only apply to the extent to which conditions are granted.
Mass requirements
This Notice exempts an eligible combination from the following general mass requirements specified in Schedule 1 of the Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation (MDL):
- section 2 – Mass limits for a single vehicle or combination
- section 4 – Mass limits for a single axle group
- section 5 – Mass limits relating to axle spacing generally.
Dimension requirements
An eligible combination operating under the Notice is exempt from the following dimension requirements of Schedule 6 of the MDL:
- section 3 – Length (combination or single vehicle).
Note: Exemptions in the Notice only apply where the vehicle complies with the relevant conditional limits stated in the Notice. If those conditions are not met, the standard MDL requirements continue to apply.
Definitions
The following are terms used in this Notice or conditions of operation. Unless otherwise stated, words and expressions used in this Notice have the same meaning as defined in the HVNL.
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Term |
Definition |
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| ADR | Australian Design Rules. |
| Aggregate axle load | Means the sum of the axle loads of all the axles of the vehicle or combination. |
| Air suspension | Means a suspension system in which—
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| Class 1 heavy vehicle | A heavy vehicle is a Class 1 heavy vehicle if it, together with its load, does not comply with a prescribed mass requirement or prescribed dimension requirement applying to it, and—
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Class 3 heavy vehicle |
A heavy vehicle is a Class 3 heavy vehicle if:
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Complying steer axle vehicle |
Means a heavy vehicle with a single steer axle if the vehicle has all of the following— an engine complying with the emission control requirements contained in—
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Dog trailer |
Means a trailer (including a trailer consisting of a semitrailer and converter dolly) that has—
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Drive axle group |
Means a tandem axle group driven by the vehicle’s engine. |
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General access |
Means access to all roads in Tasmania, except as restricted by the specified road manager network requirements in the Guide. |
| HVNL | Heavy Vehicle National Law. |
| MDL | Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation. |
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Prescribed mass requirement |
Means a mass requirement prescribed by the MDL. |
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Rear log guard |
Means a mechanism or fixture installed to the rear of a trailer for the purpose of restraining logs. |
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Single axle |
Means—
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Steer axle |
Means the front steerable axle used to steer the vehicle. |
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Tandem axle group |
Means a group of at least 2 axles with the outermost axles at least 1m (but not more than 2m) apart. |
| The Notice | Tasmania Class 3 Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) |
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Twinsteer axle group |
Means a group of 2 axles—
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| VS Regulation | Heavy Vehicle (Vehicle Standards) National Regulation. |
Eligible vehicles
The Notice applies to Class 3 rigid truck and dog trailer combinations that meet the following specifications:
- Rigid truck requirements:
- The Steer axle group must be a single or twinsteer axle group.
- The drive axle group must be a tandem axle group.
- All axles in the drive axle group must be fitted with dual tyres (i.e. four tyres per axle).
- Dog trailer requirements:
- The front axle group must be a single axle or tandem axle group.
- The rear axle group must be a single axle or tandem axle group.
- All axles on the trailer must be fitted with dual tyres (i.e. four tyres per axle).
Table 1 includes information and diagrams for common eligible vehicles under the Notice.
Note: While combinations involving dog trailers with a tandem front axle group and single rear axle, or a single front axle and single rear axle, are technically eligible, these combinations have been included primarily to accommodate the use of retractable axles on more common configurations.
| Combination description and diagram | Steer axle group | Drive axle group | Trailer front axle group | Trailer rear axle group |
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3-axle rigid truck towing a 3-axle dog trailer
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Single | Tandem | Single | Tandem |
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3-axle rigid truck towing a 4-axle dog trailer
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Single | Tandem | Tandem | Tandem |
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4-axle rigid truck towing a 3-axle dog trailer
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Twinsteer | Tandem | Single | Tandem |
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4-axle rigid truck towing a 4-axle dog trailer
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Twinsteer | Tandem | Tandem | Tandem |
Conditions
Notices are subject to various conditions to ensure public safety, protect assets and prevent adverse impacts on the community, such as noise, emissions and traffic congestion. See the sections below for specific conditions related to the Notice.
Dimension conditions - Click to expand
General dimensions conditions
The total length of an eligible vehicle must not exceed 25.0m.
Note: For more information on general dimension, refer to the General mass and dimension limits
Mass conditions - Click to expand
The total mass of an eligible vehicle must not exceed the lowest of the following limits:
- Axle group and combination mass limits set out in Table 2.
- Axle spacing mass limits set out in Table 4.
- Limits imposed by a road manager under applicable network conditions.
- Other restrictions under the Notice, such as the dog trailer mass ratio condition.
Axle group mass limits
Axle group mass limits for eligible vehicles are based on General Mass Limits (GML) as defined in the MDL. Some additional allowances may apply under the Notice, depending on complying steer axle and enrolment in mass management accreditation.
Table 2 outlines all axle group mass limits and allowances under the Notice:
- Base mass limit = GML limits imposed in Table 1 of Part 2 of Schedule 1 of the MDL.
- Extra mass (if eligible) = Additional mass provided under the Notice. Allowance can be added to the base mass limit for each axle group that meets the requirements.
- Eligibility criteria = Requirements the vehicle must meet to operate with the specified additional mass allowance.
- Total permissible mass = Sum of base mass limit and additional mass allowance.
| Vehicle | Axle group and tyre configuration | Base mass limit (GML) | Extra mass (if eligible) | Eligibility criteria | Total permissible mass (with all allowances) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rigid truck |  |
Single steer axle | 6.0t | +0.5t | Complying steer axle | 6.5t |
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Twinsteer axle group | 11.0t | N/A | No additional mass applies | 11.0t | |
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Tandem axle group (dual tyres) | 16.5t | +0.5t | Mass Management Accreditation (MMA) | 17.0t | |
| Dog trailer |  |
Single axle group (dual tyres) | 9.0t | N/A | No additional mass applies | 9.0t |
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Tandem axle group (dual tyres) | 16.5t | +0.5t | Mass Management Accreditation (MMA) | 17.0t | |
Dog trailer mass ratio condition
The loaded mass of the dog trailer must not exceed the loaded mass of the rigid truck by more than 50%.
For example, if the rigid truck is loaded to 20.0t, the maximum dog trailer mass is:
- 20.0t × 1.5 = 30.0t
- Compliant total for this configuration = 50.0t
This condition applies in addition to axle group and spacing-based mass limits.
Axle spacing-based mass limits
Axle spacing mass limits apply to all heavy vehicles under the MDL. These limits cap the allowable mass across axle group combinations based on the spacing between them, ensuring mass is distributed appropriately along the combination.
Under the Notice, eligible vehicles must comply with Table 3 of Part 2 of Schedule 1 of the MDL, which normally applies to B-double combinations.
Table 3 of the MDL is replicated in Table 4 of this Guide.
How spacing-based mass limits apply
There are six axle spacing measurements that must be assessed for every truck and dog trailer combination. Axle spacings are measured from the centre of the first axle in the first identified group to the centre of the last axle in the second identified group.
Each spacing includes all axle groups located between those points. For each spacing:
- The base mass limits (see Table 2) for all included axle groups are added together.
- The result must not exceed the corresponding spacing-based limit from Table 4.
Note: Additional allowances (e.g. for complying steer axles or MMA) are not included when calculating spacing-based limits.
Axle spacing measurements for truck and dog combinations
Table 3 outlines which axle groups are included in each measurement and how the spacing mass is calculated.
| Axle spacing measurement | Axle groups included in axle spacing | Base axle spacing mass1 | ||||
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| Steer (A) | Drive (B) | Trailer front (C) | Trailer rear (D) | |||
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A-B |
Steer axle group to drive axle group |
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A+B |
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A-C |
Steer axle group to trailer front axle group |
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A+B+C |
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A-D |
Steer axle group to trailer rear axle group |
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A+B+C+D |
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B-C |
Drive axle group to trailer front axle group |
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B+C |
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B-D |
Drive axle group to trailer rear axle group |
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B+C+D |
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C-D |
Trailer front axle group to trailer rear axle group |
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C+D |
| 1 Base axle spacing mass is the sum of default mass limits for all axle groups included in the spacing measurement. | ||||||
Axle spacing mass limits reference table
The following table reproduces Table 3 of Part 2 of Schedule 1 of the MDL, which contains spacing-based General Mass Limits (GML).
| Length of axle spacing (m) | Mass limit (t) | Length of axle spacing (m) | Mass limit (t) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At least | Less than | At least | Less than | ||
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00.0 |
2.50 |
15.00 |
9.80 |
10.00 |
42.00 |
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2.50 |
3.70 |
23.00 |
10.00 |
10.20 |
42.50 |
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3.70 |
3.80 |
23.50 |
10.20 |
10.30 |
43.00 |
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3.80 |
4.00 |
24.00 |
10.30 |
10.50 |
43.50 |
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4.00 |
4.20 |
24.50 |
10.50 |
10.70 |
44.00 |
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4.20 |
4.30 |
25.00 |
10.70 |
10.80 |
44.50 |
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4.30 |
4.50 |
25.50 |
10.80 |
11.00 |
45.00 |
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4.50 |
4.70 |
26.00 |
11.00 |
11.20 |
45.50 |
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4.70 |
4.80 |
26.50 |
11.20 |
11.30 |
46.00 |
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4.80 |
5.00 |
27.00 |
11.30 |
11.70 |
46.50 |
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5.00 |
5.20 |
27.50 |
11.70 |
12.00 |
47.00 |
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5.20 |
5.30 |
28.00 |
12.00 |
12.30 |
47.50 |
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5.30 |
5.50 |
28.50 |
12.30 |
12.70 |
48.00 |
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5.50 |
5.70 |
29.00 |
12.70 |
13.00 |
48.50 |
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5.70 |
5.80 |
29.50 |
13.00 |
13.30 |
49.00 |
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5.80 |
6.00 |
30.00 |
13.30 |
13.70 |
49.50 |
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6.00 |
6.20 |
30.50 |
13.70 |
14.00 |
50.00 |
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6.20 |
6.30 |
31.00 |
14.00 |
14.30 |
50.50 |
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6.30 |
6.50 |
31.50 |
14.30 |
14.70 |
51.00 |
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6.50 |
6.70 |
32.00 |
14.70 |
15.00 |
51.50 |
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6.70 |
6.80 |
32.50 |
15.00 |
15.30 |
52.00 |
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6.80 |
7.00 |
33.00 |
15.30 |
15.70 |
52.50 |
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7.00 |
7.20 |
33.50 |
15.70 |
16.00 |
53.00 |
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7.20 |
7.30 |
34.00 |
16.00 |
16.30 |
53.50 |
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7.30 |
7.50 |
34.50 |
16.30 |
16.70 |
54.00 |
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7.50 |
7.70 |
35.00 |
16.70 |
17.00 |
54.50 |
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7.70 |
7.80 |
35.50 |
17.00 |
17.30 |
55.00 |
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7.80 |
8.00 |
36.00 |
17.30 |
17.70 |
55.50 |
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8.00 |
8.20 |
36.50 |
17.70 |
18.00 |
56.00 |
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8.20 |
8.30 |
37.00 |
18.00 |
18.30 |
56.50 |
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8.30 |
8.50 |
37.50 |
18.30 |
18.70 |
57.00 |
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8.50 |
8.70 |
38.00 |
18.70 |
19.00 |
57.50 |
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8.70 |
8.80 |
38.50 |
19.00 |
19.30 |
58.00 |
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8.80 |
9.00 |
39.00 |
19.30 |
19.70 |
58.50 |
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9.00 |
9.20 |
39.50 |
19.70 |
20.00 |
59.00 |
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9.20 |
9.30 |
40.00 |
20.00 |
20.30 |
59.50 |
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9.30 |
9.50 |
40.50 |
20.30 |
20.70 |
60.00 |
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9.50 |
9.70 |
41.00 |
20.70 |
21.00 |
60.50 |
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9.70 |
9.80 | 41.50 | >21.00 | - | Capped at 60.50 |
Mass limit and axle spacing requirements for common configurations
The following subsections outline the applicable mass and axle spacing requirements for the most common truck and dog trailer combinations operating under the Notice.
3-axle or 4-axle rigid trucks towing a 3-axle dog trailer
This section applies to eligible combinations consisting of:
- A 3-axle or 4-axle rigid truck, and
- A 3-axle dog trailer.
Maximum mass limits
Total mass limits are determined by combining the applicable axle group mass limits from Table 2.
Vehicles must not exceed the total mass values listed in Table 5. These limits apply only if the vehicle meets the minimum axle spacing requirements and no lower limits are imposed by road manager network conditions or other conditions in the Notice.
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Vehicle configuration |
Base mass limit |
Complying steer axle |
Mass management accreditation |
Total permissible mass (with all allowances) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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3-axle rigid truck towing a 3-axle dog trailer |
48.0t |
+0.5t |
+1.0t |
49.5t |
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4-axle rigid truck towing a 3-axle dog trailer |
53.0t |
— |
+1.0t |
54.0t |
Axle spacing requirements
To operate at the maximum permissible mass, the vehicle must meet the minimum axle spacing requirements specified in Table 6.
- Base mass = Sum of base masses for all axle groups included in the measurement.
- Min spacing = Minimum spacing the vehicle must meet to operate at the base mass.
Refer to Figure 1 for spacing measurement points. Axles are numbered consecutively, and the spacing measurements are labelled as per Table 3.
| Vehicle configuration | Axle spacing requirements | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-B | A-C | A-D | B-C | B-D | C-D | ||
| 3-axle rigid truck towing a 3-axle dog trailer |
Base mass |
22.5t |
31.5t |
48.0t |
25.5t |
42.0t |
25.5t |
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Min spacing |
2.5m |
6.3m |
12.3m |
4.3m |
9.8m |
4.3m |
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| 4-axle rigid truck towing a 3-axle dog trailer |
Base mass |
27.5t |
36.5t |
53.0t |
25.5t |
42.0t |
25.5t |
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Min spacing |
5.0m |
8.0m |
15.7m |
4.3m |
9.8m |
4.3m |
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Note: If any spacing is below the required minimum, the vehicle must operate at a reduced mass in accordance with spacing-based limits in Table 4 of the Guide.
3-axle or 4-axle rigid trucks towing a 4-axle dog trailer
This section applies to eligible combinations consisting of:
- A 3-axle or 4-axle rigid truck, and
- A 4-axle dog trailer.
Maximum mass limits
Total mass limits are determined by combining the applicable axle group mass limits from Table 2.
Vehicles must not exceed the total mass values listed in Table 7.These limits apply only if the vehicle meets the minimum axle spacing requirements and no lower limits are imposed by road manager network conditions or other conditions in the Notice.
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Vehicle configuration |
Base mass limit |
Complying steer axle |
Mass management accreditation |
Total permissible mass (with all allowances) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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3-axle rigid truck towing a 4-axle dog trailer |
55.5t |
+0.5t |
+1.5t |
57.5t |
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4-axle rigid truck towing a 4-axle dog trailer |
60.5t |
— |
+1.5t |
62.0t |
Axle spacing requirements
To operate at the maximum permissible mass, the vehicle must meet the minimum axle spacing requirements specified in Table 8.
- Base mass = Sum of base masses for all axle groups included in the measurement.
- Min spacing = Minimum spacing the vehicle must meet to operate at the base mass.
Refer to Figure 2 for spacing measurement points. Axles are numbered consecutively, and the spacing measurements are labelled as per Table 3.
| Vehicle configuration | Axle spacing requirements | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-B | A-C | A-D | B-C | B-D | C-D | ||
| 3-axle rigid truck towing a 4-axle dog trailer |
Base mass |
22.5t |
39.0t |
55.5t |
33.0t |
49.5t |
33.0t |
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Min spacing |
2.5m |
8.8m |
17.3m |
6.8m |
13.3m |
6.8m |
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| 4-axle rigid truck towing a 4-axle dog trailer |
Base mass |
27.5t |
44.0t |
60.5t |
33.0t |
49.5t |
33.0t |
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Min spacing |
5.0m |
10.5m |
20.7m |
6.8m |
13.3m |
6.8m |
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Note: If any spacing is below the required minimum, the vehicle must operate at a reduced mass in accordance with spacing-based limits in Table 4 of the Guide.
General conditions - Click to expand
Suspension requirements
Eligible vehicles must have one of the following suspension systems on all axles, except those included in the steer axle group:
- Certified road friendly suspension; or
- For eligible vehicles manufactured prior to 1 January 2000 road friendly suspension or air suspension as defined in section 6 of the Notice and in the definitions section of this Operator’s Guide.
Other conditions and additional information
Complying with the HVNL
Unless otherwise exempted by the Notice or this Operator's Guide, operators must ensure their vehicle or combination complies with the:
- Australian Design Rules (ADRs); and,
- Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL); and,
- Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation (MDL); and,
- Heavy Vehicle (Vehicle Standards) National Regulation (VS Regulation).
Using or permitting another person to use a defective heavy vehicle or a heavy vehicle with unapproved modifications on a road may be an offence.
Failure to comply may result in the driver and/or operator being liable for an offence. Penalties can include infringement notices or prosecution.
Loading requirements
To meet the loading requirements, the heavy vehicle must be loaded:
- in a way that load placement does not make the heavy vehicle unsafe or unstable
- in a way that the load is not likely to fall or be dislodged from the vehicle
- using an appropriate system to restrain the load.
Visit the NHVR loading page for more information on load requirements.
Chain of Responsibility (CoR)
Under the HVNL, every party in the Chain of Responsibility (CoR) has a positive duty to ensure the safety of their activities in relation to a heavy vehicle. This duty, known as the “primary duty”, applies to the scheduling, loading and consigning of a vehicle, as well as to its operation on a road.
Safety is broader than the safety of drivers and other road users. It also includes protection of road infrastructure, preventing damage to other vehicles or property, and minimising environmental harm. Substantial penalties may be imposed upon parties who breach this obligation and upon their executives.
For more information on your CoR obligations visit Chain of Responsibility on the NHVR website.
Our Regulatory Advice offers guidance, tips and tools for managing a range of heavy vehicle safety risks.
The requirement to carry the Notice
Drivers do not need to carry a copy of the Notice.
Network and mapping
For the purposes of s121 of the HVNL, an area or route specified in the 'Network & Mapping' section of this Operator's Guide is a stated area or route to which the Notice applies. In addition to complying with the conditions stated in this Operator's Guide, operators must ensure compliance with the specific road manager access requirements set out below or in network maps.
In this tab, you will find the approved routes authorised under the Notice. There may also be network conditions pursuant to the stated areas and routes under the Notice. Network conditions relate to road and travel conditions that are not contained within the Notice.
Tasmania network mapping
The Department of State Growth is responsible for publishing and maintaining authorised heavy vehicle road network maps in Tasmania.
Visit Heavy vehicle access to view an authorised network.
Approved routes covered by the Notice
Eligible vehicles are approved for access on networks outlined in Table 3 (below).
Please use Table 9 to ensure that eligible vehicle combinations comply with the corresponding mass and length requirements for their intended network of operation in Tasmania.
- Combination type = Any special equipment on the vehicle that influences the permissible mass and length, such as a complying steer axle or rear log guard.
- Length limit = Maximum length permitted for vehicles operating on the approved network.
- Mass limit = Maximum allowable mass for vehicles operating on the approved network.
- Approved network = Network within Tasmania where the specified mass and length are permitted.
| Combination type | Length limit (m) | Mass limit (t) | Approved network |
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| All eligible vehicle combinations not fitted with a rear log guard or complying steer axle | Up to 21m | Up to 50.0t | General access |
| Up to 21m | Over 50.0t | Tasmanian 21m truck and dog trailer (over 50t) network | |
| All eligible vehicle combinations with complying steer axle | Up to 21m | Up to 50.5t | General access |
| Up to 21m | Over 50.5t | Tasmanian 21m truck and dog trailer (over 50t) network | |
| All eligible vehicle combinations fitted with a rear log guard | Up to 21.3m | Up to 50.0t | General access |
| Up to 21.3m | Over 50.0t | Tasmanian 21m truck and dog trailer (over 50t) network | |
| All eligible vehicle combinations fitted with a rear log guard and complying steer axle | Up to 21.3m | Up to 50.5t | General access |
| Up to 21.3m | Over 50.5t | Tasmanian 21m truck and dog trailer (over 50t) network | |
| All eligible vehicle combinations not fitted with a rear log guard | Between 21m and 25m | Up to 62.0t | Tasmanian 25m truck and dog trailer network |
| All eligible vehicle combinations fitted with a rear log guard | Between 21.3m and 25m | Up to 62.0t | Tasmanian 25m truck and dog trailer network |
Specified road manager network requirements
The following section outlines specific road manager network requirements under the Notice, including route conditions, restrictions, and non-participating road managers.
Road manager network requirements in this section may change from time to time and should be reviewed regularly to ensure compliance.
For further information on how to comply with a requirement, please contact the relevant road manager.
Road managers may publish specific route conditions and restrictions on the approved network map. These must be complied with in addition to any route requirements outlined in this Operator's Guide. If a condition listed in any section of this Operator's Guide conflicts with a route condition or restriction published on an approved network map, the more restrictive requirement applies.
Non-participating road managers
This section provides a list of road managers that have not yet provided support for the Notice.
Access to roads managed by non-participating road managers is not approved for any combination under this Notice.
Operators can apply for access to roads managed by non-participating road managers by submitting a permit application through NHVR Go.
- Launceston Airport
Traffic advisory services - Click to expand
Prior to commencing any journey, operators should review traffic alerts, road closures, travel delays, and other traffic advisory information for participating jurisdictions.
Table 10 provides details and links to official traffic advisory services for each participating jurisdiction. For more information about a particular service, contact the relevant jurisdiction or department via the contact details listed on the service webpage.
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Jurisdiction |
Website |
Purpose |
|---|---|---|
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Tasmania |
View Tasmania Police alerts for road closures due to emergencies or special events. |
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| TasALERT | View emergency warnings and incidents across Tasmania, including mapped road closures. | |
| Tasmanian Roadworks map | Access the latest information about planned roadworks and road closures across Tasmania, including a map of current roadworks. |
Applying for a permit - Click to expand
Access permit applications are required for heavy vehicles that don’t comply with the conditions set out in a notice and when accessing routes that aren’t covered on an approved network.
The following pages provide useful information and resources for submitting access permit applications:
- Do I need a permit?: Information and resources for determining whether a road access permit, or a Notice is required to operate on Australian roads.
- Access permit application process: Information, resources, and instructions for submitting a valid access permit application.
Related notices
In this tab, you will find a list of national, state and territory notices related to the Tasmania Class 3 Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1).
A related notice may be comparable with this Notice or provide alternatives for operators to find the appropriate notice under which to operate.
Related national notices
| Jurisdiction | Notice |
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| National |
National Class 2 PBS Level 1 & 2a Truck and Dog Trailer Authorisation Notice 2024 (No.2) Authorises the use of 3 and 4 axle trucks towing 3-, 4- or 5-axle dog trailer PBS combinations on gazetted networks. This Notice refers to other documents that may also be required to be carried including other notices, certificates, codes of practice, maps etc. Please note the following supporting documents for this Notice: National Class 2 Performance Based Standards (High Productivity) Authorisation Notice 2024 (No.1) Allows certain Performance Based Standards (PBS) vehicles to operate on approved networks without the need for a permit. Please note the following supporting documents for this Notice:
National Class 2 Performance Based Standards (Tier 1) Authorisation Notice 2022 (No.1) Provides eligible Tier 1 Performance Based Standards (PBS) vehicles with immediate access to relevant PBS networks across Australia to operate on approved networks without the need of a permit as soon as a Vehicle Approval is issued, although this may be at a restricted mass. Provides 3-axle truck and 4-axle dog combinations that do not exceed 20m in length with access to approved networks in the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria. Please note the following supporting documents for this Notice: National Class 3 Truck and Dog Trailer Mass Exemption Notice 2023 (No.1) Exempts truck and dog trailer combinations from prescribed mass requirements and provide access on certain networks under specified conditions |
Related state and territory notices
| Jurisdiction | Notice |
|---|---|
| Queensland |
Exempts truck and dog combinations that are longer than 19m but no longer than 31.5m from the steer mass limits and dimension requirements including length, width and height of the Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation. |
| South Australia |
Provides exemptions to dimension requirements for a class 3 heavy vehicle consisting of a rigid truck and a dog trailer that is transporting Stobie poles. Provides an exemption for eligible 23m Class 3 heavy vehicle truck and dog trailer combinations from stated mass and dimension limits. |
| Tasmania |
Tasmania Class 3 Pig Trailer Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.2) Exempts an eligible pig trailer combination from stated prescribed dimension requirements in Schedule 6 of the Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation. |
| Victoria |
Victoria Class 3 Log Carrying Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) Concession for log-carrying truck and dog trailer combinations to be up to 22m long. |
Resources
All information about the Notice is contained in this Operator’s Guide. Please refer to the tabs for more information about this Notice, or contact us with your specific questions.
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Tasmanian heavy vehicle resources
For more information about operating a heavy vehicle in Tasmania, refer to the following sites:
Changes and updates
| Date | Summary | Links to resources and communications |
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| 2 February 2024 | Tasmania Class 3 Truck and Dog Trailer Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) commenced. | C2024G00110 |
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