National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle (up to 40t total mass) Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice Operator's Guide

The National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle (up to 40t total mass) Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) provides mass and dimension access for Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) up to a gross mass of 40t.

Eligible SPVs include:

articulated steering cranes
concrete pumps
Prescribed SPVs
truck based SPVs
truck cranes.

An eligible SPV must comply with the mass, dimension and condition requirements of the Notice.

Note: This Notice does not apply to SPV combinations or trailers.

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Specifications
Gazette:	C2024G00440
Starts:	20 July 2024
Expires:	15 August 2026
Vehicle Types:	Class 1, SPVs, articulated steering cranes, concrete pumps, truck based SPVs, truck cranes
Exemptions:	Mass requirements (steer axle mass limits, axle mass limits, axle spacing mass limits, axle group mass limits) Dimension requirements (general length, combination length, width, height by construction, rear overhang)
Law:	HVNL, MDL
*Coverage:	ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, VIC
To be carried:	Certificate of conformance with PBS Level 1 Tail Swing and Swept Path Performance (PDF, 238KB) (if required)

*Specific state conditions are explained below.

Overview

The information in this Operator’s Guide is intended to do two things:

Explain how the National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle (up to 40t total mass) Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) (the 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.

For the purposes of this Notice, some of the common terms previously used by the NHVR have been changed to cover a larger variety of SPVs. These changes include the change of pick and carry crane to an articulated steering crane and an all-terrain crane to a Prescribed SPV. A Prescribed SPV also includes SPVs that have been built on an all-terrain crane carrier, such as some new model elevated work platforms and telehandlers.

What are Class 1 SPVs?

An SPV is a vehicle built for a purpose other than carrying goods, such as a Prescribed SPV, concrete pump or drill rig. An SPV that exceeds general mass or dimension limits is a Class 1 restricted access heavy vehicle.

Exemptions

These exemptions only apply to the extent to which conditions are granted.

Mass requirements

An eligible vehicle to which the Notice applies is exempt from the following mass requirements of Schedule 1 of the Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation (MDL):

section 2(1)(b);
section 4 and Table 1 - axle mass limits table, and;
section 5(1) and Table 2 - axle spacing’s mass limits general table.

The exemptions in this section only apply to the extent of the conditional mass limits set out in sections 9, 10, 11 and 12, and when all other conditions in the Notice are met.

Dimension requirements

An eligible vehicle operating under the Notice is exempt from the following dimension requirements of Schedule 6 of the MDL:

section 3(1) - length
section 5(1) - rear overhang
section 7(1) - width
section 8(1)(d) - height.

The exemptions in this section only apply to the extent of the conditional dimensions set out in sections 13 and 14, and when all other conditions in the Notice are met.

Definitions

Unless otherwise stated, words and expressions used in this guide have the same meanings as those defined in the HVNL and the Notice.

Term	Definition
Ground Contact Width	In relation to an axle, the distance between the outer most point of ground contact of the outside tyres on each end of the axle; or in relation to an axle group, the greatest ground contact width of all the axles in the group.
Hydro-pneumatic suspension	A suspension system design that uses hydraulic cylinders and a hydraulic circuit connected to an air charged accumulator to provide wheel travel, spring and damping, while supporting the mass of the vehicle over single or multiple axle groups.
PBS Level 1 tail swing low speed swept path performance	The PBS Scheme Standards and Vehicle Assessment Rules (The PBS Rules) sets out the requirements for the PBS Level 1 Tail swing and low speed swept path performance. The PBS Rules are available on the NHVR website.
Prescribed SPV	An SPV on which: at least half of the axles steer; and there are no more than two tyres per axle.
SPV	Special Purpose Vehicle
Rear overhang	Rear overhang (ROH) means the distance measured between the rear of the vehicle and the rear overhang line of the vehicle.
Rear overhang line	1. For a vehicle with an axle group at the rear comprising only one axle, a (vertical) line running along the centre-line of the axle. 2.For a vehicle with an axle group at the rear comprising two axles, one of which is fitted with twice the number of tyres as the other, the rear overhang line is a line running parallel to the axles that is— closer to the axle carrying the greater number of tyres than it is to the other axle; and located at one-third of the distance between the two axles. 3. For a vehicle with an axle group at the rear that is not an axle group mentioned in (1) or (2), the rear overhang line is a line running parallel to the axles down the centre of the axle group. For the purposes of applying subsection (1), (2) or (3) to a vehicle, if an axle group includes at least one steerable axle, that axle is to be disregarded unless— the group comprises only one axle and that axle is a steerable axle; or all the axles in the group are steerable axles

Jurisdictional definitions

The following definitions apply to specific states.

Australian Capital Territory - Click to expand

Term	Definition
Public holiday period	A period of three or more consecutive days covering an Australian Capital Territory public holiday as published on the Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate’s website, and adjacent weekend days (for example, Easter and every long weekend); and The period between 23 December in one year and 3 January in the following year (inclusive).

New South Wales - Click to expand

Term	Definition
Urban access concession	A scheme administered by Transport for New South Wales.
NSW Urban Zone	The area/zone displayed as the NSW Urban Zone on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’.
Newcastle Inner Zone	The area/zone displayed as the Newcastle Inner Zone on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’.
Newcastle Outer Zone	The area/zone displayed as the Newcastle Outer Zone on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’.
Limited Access Locations	Locations displayed as Limited Access Locations on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’.
Limited Access Zones	Zones displayed as Limited Access Zones on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’.
Limited Access Locations	Locations displayed as Limited Access Locations on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’.
Limited Access Zones	Zones displayed as Limited Access Zones on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’.
Restricted Structures	Bridges or structures displayed as Restricted Structures on the map and/or list titled 'NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network'.
Restricted Structures with Conditional Access	Bridges or structures displayed as Restricted Structures with Conditional Access on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’.
Public holiday period	A period of three or more consecutive days covering a NSW public holiday as published in the NSW Government Gazette, and adjacent weekend days (for example, Easter and every long weekend); or The period between 23 December in one year and 3 January in the following year (inclusive).
Specified infrastructure	Infrastructure specified by Transport for New South Wales under the urban access concession.

Queensland - Click to expand

Term	Definition
Access Conditions Guide	The area, road and time conditions for access to the road network in Qld that is maintained by TMR and published on the Queensland Government Publications Portal.
Authority to operate (ATO)	An approval granted by TMR for a vehicle to conditionally operate at certain mass limits. Note: This approval is recorded in the NHVR Portal by TMR and is based on a supervised weigh and measure.
Conditions of Operations database	The spreadsheet containing specific conditions that must be complied with to preserve the road network and infrastructure.
Guideline for Pilot and Escort Operations in Queensland	The document containing the requirements and conditions for pilot and escort drivers and pilot/escort operations that is maintained by TMR and published on the Queensland Government Publications Portal.
Overmass or excess mass	Having a mass that, including the mass of any load, exceeds a relevant mass limit in the Heavy Vehicle (Mass, Dimension and Loading) National Regulation.
Queensland Traffic	The mapping and information web portal that provides up-to-date road conditions and restrictions/closures.

Victoria - Click to expand

Term	Definition
Colac-Surf Coast Area	As shown in blue on the Victorian 2 -axle SPV Network
Gippsland Ranges Area	As shown in red on the Victorian 2-axle SPV Network
Mountainous Area	As shown in grey on the Victorian 2-axle SPV Network

South Australia - Click to expand

Term	Definition
Public Holidays in South Australia	A period of 3 or more consecutive days covering a declared South Australia public holiday and adjacent weekend days (for example Easter and every long weekend); and the period between 23 December and 3 January (inclusive).
Road Closures and Conditions	Assessed through Traffic SA website www.traffic.sa.gov.au and the Outback Roads website https://www.dpti.sa.gov.au/OutbackRoads for the latest information on open, restricted and closed roads throughout the state prior to moving to ensure clear and safe passage of the vehicle combination listed in this notice.

Eligible vehicles

The Notice covers eligible SPVs up to a gross mass of 40t.

An eligible SPV is a vehicle that

is a motor vehicle built for a purpose other than transporting goods by road; and
is not an agricultural vehicle or a tow truck ; and
complies with the mass, dimension and conditions of the Notice.

**Table 1:** Examples of eligible SPVs
Name	Image	Description
Articulated steering crane		Also known as a pick and carry crane. May have 2 or 3 axles.
Concrete pump		Covers a variety of mobile equipment known within the industry as concrete placing equipment including: line pumps mobile boom pumps satellite placing booms.
Prescribed SPVs		Includes all terrain cranes and city cranes. At least half of the axles steer. No more than two tyres per axle. May also be an SPV on an all-terrain carrier.
Truck based SPVs		Built on ADR-compliant chassis. Includes drill rigs, elevated work platforms, fire trucks and concrete pumps.

Excluded vehicles

The Notice does not apply to:

agricultural vehicles
tow trucks
SPV combinations or trailers
Prescribed SPVs with 3 or more axles in Queensland.

Conditions

Notices are subject to conditions to ensure public safety, asset protection and to prevent adverse effects to the community, such as noise, emissions or traffic congestion.

Please read the national dimension and mass requirements first, then consider the specific conditions sections below for each jurisdiction noting any specific council conditions and then read the other conditions.

Dimension conditions - Click to expand

An eligible vehicle must not exceed the following dimensions

**Table 2:** Dimension conditions
Height	Width	Length	Rear overhang	Forward projection articulated steering cranes	Forward projection Prescribed SPVs	Forward projection all other eligible SPVs
4.6m	3.5m	14.5m	The lesser of: 4.0m; or 90% of the wheelbase*	5.5m	4.0m	3.5m

*The rear overhang for an SPV is 4.0m or 90% of wheelbase whichever is the lesser. The rear overhang may be up to 4.5m if it holds a Certificate of conformance with PBS Level 1 Tail Swing and Swept Path Performance (PDF, 238KB) confirming that it meets PBS Standards Level 1 Tail Swing and Low Speed Swept Path Performance. If you require this certificate, a copy must be carried in the vehicle.

Refer to 3-axle Prescribed SPV with a second winch for additional information.

Figure 1: Illustrative example of a Prescribed SPV showing relevant key dimensions

Mass requirements - Click to expand

The following mass conditions apply nationally to an eligible SPV, unless a specific state or territory condition provides a more restrictive condition.

Total mass limits

The total mass of an eligible vehicle must not exceed the lesser of the following limits:

a total maximum mass of 40t
QLD and SA mass requirements for 3-axle articulated steering cranes
the mass limits for single axles and axle groups
other than a 3-axle Prescribed SPV, the Total Calculated Mass found using the Total Calculated Mass Formula.

Total Calculated Mass Formula

Total Calculated Mass = (3 x L) + 15 ± G

L = The distance in metres between the centre lines of the vehicle's foremost and rearmost axles

±G = The mass to be:

added at the rate of 1t for each 100mm by which the ground contact width of the heaviest axle or axle group exceeds 2.5m; or
subtracted at the rate of 1t for each 100mm by which the ground contact width of the heaviest axle or axle group is less than 2.4m.

A 3-axle Prescribed SPV is exempted from the Total Calculated Mass formula; however, it must not exceed the lesser of

the mass limits for single axles and axle groups; or
40t.

Mass Limits for single axle and axle groups

The following tables includes the maximum mass limits for:

an axle or axle group
tyre size mass limits.

These tables must be read together to determine the approved mass limit for the single axle or axle group.

**Table 3:** Axle or axle group mass limits
Type of axle or axle group		Minimum ground contact width (m)	Mass limit (t)
Single axle fitted with single tyres on:	Prescribed SPV with hydro-pneumatic suspension	Any	12.0
	Prescribed SPV without hydro-pneumatic suspension	Any	10.0
	any other SPV	Any	7.0
Single axle fitted with dual tyres on:	articulated steering crane	Any	12.0
Single axle fitted with dual tyres on:	any other SPV	Any	10.0
Twinsteer axle group:	without load-sharing suspension system	Any	10.0
Twinsteer axle group:	with load-sharing suspension	Any	16.0
Tandem axle group fitted with single tyres:		Any	14.0
Tandem axle group fitted with dual tyres:	where the centre lines of the axles are at least 1.20m but less than 1.35m apart.	2.00	16.0
		2.10	17.0
		2.20	18.0
		2.30	19.0
		2.40	20.0
		2.50	20.0
		2.60	21.0
		2.70	22.0
		2.80	23.0
		2.90	24.0
		3.00	25.0
		3.10	26.0
		3.20	27.0
		3.30 - Queensland only	28.0 - Queensland only
Tandem axle group fitted with dual tyres:	where the centre lines of the axles are at least 1.35m apart.	2.00	19.0
		2.10	20.0
		2.20	21.0
		2.30	22.0
		2.40	23.0
		2.50	23.0
		2.60	24.0
		2.70	25.0
		2.80	26.0
		2.90	27.0
		3.00 - Queensland only	28.0 - Queensland only
Tri-axle group fitted with single tyres.		Any	18.0
Tri-axle group fitted with dual tyres where the centre lines of the axles are at least 1.20m but less than 1.35 m apart.		2.00	21.0
		2.10	22.0
		2.20	23.0
		2.30	24.0
		2.40	25.0
		2.50	25.0
Tri-axle group fitted with dual tyres where the centre lines of the axles are at least 1.35 m apart.		2.00	23.0
		2.10	24.0
		2.20	25.0
		2.30	26.0
		2.40	27.0
		2.50	27.0

**Table 4:** Tyre mass limits
Tyre width of the narrowest tyre on the axle		Mass limit (t), if the axle has 2 tyres	Mass limit (t), if the axle has 4 tyres
at least (mm)	but less than (mm)	Mass limit (t), if the axle has 2 tyres	Mass limit (t), if the axle has 4 tyres
190	228	4.5	9.0
228	254	5.0	9.5
254	279	6.0	10.0
279	305	6.5	11.0
305	330	7.0	12.0
330	356	7.5	13.0
356	381	8.0	14.0
381	406	9.0	14.0
406	458	10.0	14.0
458	508	11.0	14.0
508	-	12.0	14.0

Note: In all states, apart from Queensland and South Australia, a Prescribed SPV fitted with 2 tyres per axle with section width of at least 445mm wide may increase the mass to 12t.

Queensland and South Australian mass requirements for 3-axle articulated steering cranes

A 3-axle articulated steering crane has specific state requirements relating to mass. Refer to the Queensland and South Australian special conditions.

Day travel conditions - Click to expand

Australian Capital Territory

No specific daytime conditions.

New South Wales

Clearways and transit lanes

An eligible SPV must not travel in a clearway or transit lane between Monday and Friday (except on state-wide public holidays) between 6:00am and 10:00am and between the hours of 3:00pm and 7:00pm.

NSW Urban Zone

An eligible SPV must not travel on any classified state road in the NSW Urban Zone between Monday and Friday (except on state-wide public holidays) between the hours of 7:00am and 9:00am and between the hours of 4:00pm and 6:00pm.

Newcastle Outer Zone

Eligible SPVs that do not exceed 3.2m in width are approved for state road travel when operating in the Newcastle Outer Zone between the hours of 7:00am and 9:00am and between the hours of 4:00pm and 6:00pm.

Note: Any SPV exceeding 3.2m in width must not travel within the Newcastle Outer Zone on any classified state road between the hours of 7:00am and 9:00am and between the hours of 4:00pm and 6:00pm.

Queensland

No specific day time conditions.

South Australia

Travel is not permitted in the City of Adelaide Council area between the hours of 7.00am to 9.00am and 4.00pm to 6.00pm Monday to Friday inclusive. The driver or operator must contact the Council on (08) 8203 7303 at least 48 hours prior to the intended time of travel for approval to be advised of any special conditions or requirements.

Travel on any City of Adelaide Council roads is restricted to access worksites only. Through travel is not permitted.

Travel is not permitted in the Adelaide Metropolitan Area between the hours of 7.00am to 9.00am and between the hours of 4.00pm to 6.00pm Monday to Friday inclusive, if the vehicle width is greater than 3.1m and up to 3.5m.

Victoria

For the purposes of this table:

The Melbourne and Geelong Urban Area does not include the Port of Melbourne Roads or the sections of the Hume Highway, the Princes Freeway and the Western Freeway that are within the Melbourne and Geelong Urban Area.
The Rural Area does not include the sections of the Hume Freeway, the Princes Freeway and the Western Freeway that are within the Rural Area.

**Table 5:** Victoria day travel conditions
Areas or routes/days	SPVs wider than 3.1m up to 3.5m
Monday to Friday	No restrictions during daylight hours
Melbourne and Geelong Urban Area Monday - Friday (not public holidays)	No travel between 6am - 9am 4pm - 6.30pm

Night travel conditions - Click to expand

Side lights for travel at night with long front projections

When travelling at night, a special purpose vehicle with a projection extending more than 1.2m in front of the vehicle must have a yellow light fixed on each side of the projection.

The light must be—

fixed as far forward as possible, and shielded from the driver’s view; and
visible to any traffic approaching the vehicle from its front; and
visible to any traffic approaching the vehicle from the side on which it is fixed.

Australian Capital Territory

An eligible SPV between 2.5m and 3.1m in width may travel between sunset and sunrise.

An eligible SPV between 3.1m and 3.5m must be accompanied by at least one pilot vehicle for night-time travel.

New South Wales

An eligible SPV not wider than 2.5m may travel between sunset and sunrise.

An eligible SPV wider than 2.5m, other than a mobile crane must be accompanied by at least one pilot vehicle for night-time travel.

An eligible mobile crane not wider than 3.1m may travel between sunset and sunrise.

An eligible mobile crane wider than 3.1m must be accompanied by at least one pilot vehicle for night-time travel.

Queensland

An eligible SPV that does not exceed 3.1m in width is permitted to travel at night unless otherwise restricted in this schedule.

An eligible SPV exceeding 3.1m in width is permitted to travel until 7.00pm provided:

the journey commences in daytime; and
the journey being undertaken can be completed by 7.00pm.

An SPV exceeding 3.1m in width is permitted to travel within the boundary of the City of Brisbane or within the boundary of any other city from 12.00am (midnight) provided:

the driver responsible considers that it is necessary to do so to complete a journey being undertaken on that day; and
is out of the city boundary by 7.00am; and
the vehicle is being escorted by at least one pilot or escort vehicle driving in front and one pilot or escort vehicle driving behind.

South Australia

An eligible SPV may travel between sunset and sunrise on its corresponding network with the following requirements:

An SPV up to 3.1m in width - no pilots required.
An SPV greater than 3.1m wide and up to 3.5m wide - 2 pilots required.

Escorting guidelines for oversize and overmass vehicles and loads in South Australia (PDF, 799KB)

Victoria

For the purposes of this table:

The Melbourne and Geelong Urban Area does not include the Port of Melbourne Roads or the sections of the Hume Highway, the Princes Freeway and the Western Freeway that are within the Melbourne and Geelong Urban Area.
The Rural Area does not include the sections of the Hume Freeway, the Princes Freeway and the Western Freeway that are within the Rural Area.

**Table 6:** Victoria night travel conditions
Areas or routes/days	SPVs wider than 3.1m up to 3.5m
Monday to Friday	No travel sunset to sunrise
Melbourne and Geelong Urban Area Monday - Friday (not public holidays)	No travel between 4pm - 6.30pm Sunset - 11pm
Melbourne and Geelong Urban Area Saturday, Sunday and public holidays	No travel between sunset and 11pm

3-axle Prescribed SPV with a second winch - Click to expand

Prescribed SPVs that are 3-axle mobile cranes with a second (rear) winch

A number of 3-axle cranes are fitted with an optional second (rear) winch. When a second winch is fitted, the vehicle may exceed 90% rear overhang, provided all of the following requirements are met:

the base vehicle meets the Notice without the second winch fitted;
the rear overhang with the second winch fitted must not exceed 4m; and
the second winch, when fitted, does not affect the vehicle presence on the road during a turn in either direction.

To demonstrate the presence on the road during a turn with the second winch fitted, a circular track test must be performed by either:

an accredited PBS assessor;
an engineering representative of the vehicle manufacturer; or
a registered professional engineer

See Appendix A Circular track (doughnut) test in the National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Special Purpose Vehicles) Exemption Notice 2021 Operator’s Guide (PDF, 1.1MB)

Note: 3-axle Prescribed SPVs do not have access in Queensland under the Notice.

Australian Capital Territory special conditions - Click to expand

Australian travel conditions on certain roads

Specific dimension or mass limits may apply for certain assets in the Australian Capital Territory. Operators must refer to the Australian Special Purpose Vehicle Network conditions for certain route dimension and mass conditions or restrictions.

Special Australian Capital Territory conditions for eligible vehicles

The following mass limits are applied to an eligible 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV in the Australian Capital Territory. For a 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV, the minimum axle spacing and axle mass limits are set out in Table 7. The measurements are taken from the first axle in the group to the last axle in the group.

**Table 7:** Maximum mass for axle spacing for 2-axle and 3-axle Prescribed SPVs in the Australian Capital Territory
2-axle Prescribed SPV minimum axle spacing (m)	3-axle Prescribed SPV minimum extreme axle spacing (m)	Mass limit (t)
3.0	4.0	12.0
2.9	3.9	11.7
2.8	3.8	11.4
2.7	3.7	11.1

The following mass limits are applied to an eligible 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV where the ground contact width is less than 2.4m in the Australian Capital Territory.

**Table 8:** Maximum mass for axle spacing for 2-axle and 3-axle Prescribed SPVs in the Australian Capital Territory
2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV minimum ground contact width (m)	Mass limit (t)
2.4	12.0
2.3	11.0
2.2	10.0
2.1	9.0

Note: If assessment under both Table 7 and Table 8 is utilised then the lesser mass applies.

New South Wales special conditions - Click to expand

The following conditions apply in New South Wales.

Intelligent Access Program (IAP) or Telematics Monitoring Application (TMA)

The following SPVs must be enrolled in, and monitored by, the following approved intelligent transport systems or Telematics Monitoring Application (TMA) in New South Wales:

**Table 9:** Approved intelligent transport systems or TMA for SPVs in New South Wales
Eligible SPV	Approved intelligent transport systems
Mobile crane exceeding 2.5m in width	Intelligent Access Program (IAP) or TMA
Truck based SPV exceeding 2.5m in width	IAP or TMA

A current Certificate of Enrolment issued by Transport Certification Australia (TCA) for TMA or Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) for IAP must be carried in the vehicle and produced when requested to do so by a Police Officer or an Authorised Officer.

Prescribed SPV special conditions in New South Wales

A Prescribed SPV with 445mm sized tyres is permitted to operate at the approved 12t per axle mass.

The following mass limits are applied to an eligible 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV in New South Wales

For a 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV, the minimum axle spacing and axle mass limits are set out in Table 10. The measurements are taken from the first axle in the group to the last axle in the group.

**Table 10:** Maximum mass for axle spacing for 2-axle and 3-axle Prescribed SPVs in New South Wales
2-axle Prescribed SPV minimum axle spacing (m)	3-axle Prescribed SPV minimum extreme axle spacing (m)	Mass limit (t)
3.0	4.0	12.0
2.9	3.9	11.7
2.8	3.8	11.4
2.7	3.7	11.1

The following mass limits are applied to an eligible 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV where the GCW is less than 2.4m in New South Wales.

**Table 11:** Maximum mass for axle spacing for 2-axle and 3-axle Prescribed SPVs in New South Wales
2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV minimum ground contact width (m)	Mass limit (t)
2.4	12.0
2.3	11.0
2.2	10.0
2.1	9.0

Note: If assessment under both Table 10 and Table 11 is utilised then the lesser mass applies.

Queensland special conditions - Click to expand

The following conditions apply in Queensland.

In addition to the conditions of this Notice, operators in Queensland must comply with the following document, list and maps located on the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) website:

the Queensland Conditions of Operation Database; and
the Queensland Access Conditions Guide; and
Special Queensland Conditions for eligible vehicles.

A route assessment must be conducted based on the Conditions of Operation Database before any journey, and the driver must carry the following documents in the vehicle at all times while operating on the road network:

a copy of the current conditions of operations for the route being undertaken, including temporary road closures or limits, from the Conditions of Operations Database; and
all relevant permissions and authorities to ensure the movement of the oversize vehicle does not pose a danger to property or other road users.

Authority to Operate

An eligible SPV operating under this Notice that does not comply with the mass requirements in Schedule 1 of the Regulation must have a current Authority to Operate (ATO) issued by TMR.

The mass of an eligible SPV operating under this Notice must not exceed the limits specified in the ATO. This means if the mass limits under this Notice are greater than those specified in a vehicle’s ATO, the lower ATO mass limits apply.

Where an eligible SPV carries additional equipment (up to a maximum of 1.0t), the SPV tare and approved GVM must be recorded on the ATO.

How to apply for an ATO section

To operate an excess mass SPV in Queensland, you must obtain an ATO for each individual vehicle. To apply, contact the TMR Heavy Vehicle Access Team on (07) 3066 5511.

You will also need to provide:

vehicle description and approved operating masses; and
evidence of TMR supervised weigh of the vehicle.

The TMR Authority to Operate - Heavy Haulage form.

Prescribed SPVs

A 3-axle Prescribed SPV is not eligible in Queensland.

For a 2-axle Prescribed SPV, the minimum axle spacing and axle mass limits are set out in Table 12. The measurements are taken from the first axle in the group to the last axle in the group.

**Table 12:** Maximum mass for axle spacing for 2-axle Prescribed SPVs in Queensland
2-axle Prescribed SPV minimum axle spacing (m)	Mass limit (t)
3.0	12.0
2.9	11.0
2.8	10.0
2.7	9.0

The following mass limits are applied to an eligible 2-axle Prescribed SPV where the GCW is less than 2.4m in Queensland.

**Table 13:** Maximum mass for ground contact widths for 2-axle Prescribed SPVs
2-axle SPV minimum ground contact width (m)	Mass limit (t)
2.4	12.0
2.3	11.0
2.2	10.0
2.1	9.0

Note: If assessment under both Table 12 and Table 13 is utilised then the lesser mass applies.

Queensland mass requirements for 3-axle articulated steering crane

An articulated steering crane fitted with 3 axles has specific state requirements in Queensland relating to mass.

The following conditions apply to 3-axle articulated steering cranes in Queensland. The mass limits in Table 14 must not be exceeded.

Maximum axle mass as shown in Table 14 Mass limits are shared across 2-axle groups.
Minimum distance between axles shown in Table 15.
Ground contact width of 2.65m.

**Table 14:** 3-axle articulated steering crane mass limits in Queensland
	Front axle (t)	Front and middle axle (t)	Middle and rear axle (t)	Total vehicle mass (t)
Queensland	12.0	22.0	20.0	32.0

**Table 15:** Minimum axle spacings applying to 3-axle articulated steering crane in Queensland
Relevant axles	Minimum distance between pair of axles (m)
Between the front axle and middle axle	4.27
Between the middle axle and rear axle	1.40
Between the front and rear axles	5.67

Queensland mass limits for tandem axle - truck based SPVs

The following axle mass limits apply in Queensland for tandem axle group SPVs that comply with the minimum ground contact widths.

**Table 16:** Mass limits for tandem axle SPVs in Queensland
Type of axle or axle group	Minimum ground contact width of axle (m)	Maximum mass limit (t)
Tandem axle group fitted with dual tyres where the centre lines of the axles are at least 1.20m but less than 1.35m apart.	3.3	28.0
Tandem axle group fitted with dual tyres where the centre lines of the axles are at least 1.35m apart.	3.0	28.0

South Australian special conditions - Click to expand

A 3-axle articulated steering crane in South Australia has specific state requirements relating to mass.

**Table 17:** 3-axle articulated steering crane mass limits in South Australia
Front axle (t)	Rear axle group (t)	Total vehicle mass (t)
12.0	20.0	32.0

2-axle and 3-axle Prescribed SPV

The following mass limits are applied to an eligible 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV in South Australia.

For a 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV, the minimum axle spacing and axle mass limits are set out in Table 18. The measurements are taken from the first axle in the group to the last axle in the group.

**Table 18:** Maximum mass for axle spacing for 2-axle and 3-axle Prescribed SPVs in South Australia
2-axle Prescribed SPV minimum axle spacing (m)	3-axle Prescribed SPV minimum extreme axle spacing (m)	Mass limit (t)
3.0	4.0	12.0
2.9	3.9	11.7
2.8	3.8	11.4
2.7	3.7	11.1

The following mass limits are applied to an eligible 2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV where the GCW is less than 2.4m in the South Australia.

**Table 19:** Maximum mass for ground contact widths for 2-axle and 3-axle Prescribed SPVs in South Australia
2-axle or 3-axle Prescribed SPV minimum ground contact width (m)	Mass limit (t)
2.4	12.0
2.3	11.0
2.2	10.0
2.1	9.0

Note: If assessment under both tables is utilised then the lesser mass applies.

Victorian special conditions - Click to expand

Prescribed SPV special conditions

**Table 20:** Prescribed SPV special conditions in Victoria
Prescribed SPV fitted with	Ground contact width (m)	Minimum distance between the centre of the first axle and the centre of the last axle (m)
2-axles	2.35	2.95
3-axles	2.50	4.00

Left-hand drive or obstructed vision

If a Prescribed SPV has the centre of a steering control to the left of the vehicle, or has a boom that obscures the driver’s vision, it must either:

be fitted with a closed circuit television system that provides the driver with an adequate view to the right rear quarter of the vehicle; or
be accompanied by one pilot vehicle.

Rail crossing and tramway conditions

If an eligible vehicle is wider than 3.0m, before attempting to cross a railway track and/or a tramway track, the driver or operator of the vehicle must first obtain permission from the Transport Compliance Unit of the Department of Transport’s Over Dimensional Load Team:

T: (03) 9655 6134
M: 0417 054 626
E: odlpermit@ecodev.vic.gov.au

National pilot requirements - Click to expand

Night travel requiring a pilot

See specific jurisdictional night travel conditions.

Other conditions and additional information

Carriage of additional equipment

An eligible vehicle may carry up to 1t of equipment related to the SPV's special purpose. The 1t is not over and above any other mass provided by the Notice.

Speed restrictions

**Table 21:** Speed restrictions
Vehicle	Maximum speed	Conditions
Articulated steering crane	80km/h unless signposted otherwise	An 80km/h maximum speed sign must be fitted to the rear of the vehicle. A warning decal in the cabin – visible from the driver’s position – must display a maximum speed limit of 80km/h. *Information on specific requirements around vehicle speed signs is below.
All other eligible SPVs	As per road rules	Any specific jurisdictional conditions.

Note: When the SPV is travelling at a speed that causes a build-up of traffic, the SPV driver must take all reasonable steps to alleviate the build-up of traffic. This does not include exceeding any Queensland speed limit condition.

Speed limited sign requirements

Image is of a Special Purpose Vehicle 80 kilometre vehicle speed limited sign that meets the requirements below.

All dimensions in millimetres.
All dimensions are minimum dimensions allowed.
Lettering Arial Bold; character spacing 40%.
Speed Limited Sign Requirements.
Dimension above are the minimum permitted.
“80” (kph) lettering must be a minimum of 90mm in height and black in colour
The “80” (kph) lettering must be surrounded by a red circle/border at least 10mm in width, and the sign must also have a 4mm black border.
The words “Vehicle Speed Limited” must be in 30mm high lettering and the words spaced 20mm apart and letting in ARIAL Bold with character spacing of 40%
The signs background shall be silver or white and be in retro-reflective material meeting
AS/NZ 1906 requirements.
The signs, reflective surfaces and letting must be made of durable material that is capable of having road grime and dirt readily removed by the use of only a cloth or soft bristle brush in combination with a mild detergent solution. Additionally, the plate must be able to withstand the effects of the cleaning techniques used within the motor vehicle industry such as steam cleaning, high-pressure hot water washing or automatic vehicle cleaning equipment.

Route assessment - Intelligent Access Program (IAP) conditions

Refer to the special jurisdictional conditions for New South Wales for Intelligent Access Program (IAP) or Telematics Monitoring Application (TMA) conditions.

Australian Capital Territory - None
New South Wales - Some SPVs under the Notice require IAP or TMA
Queensland - None
South Australia - None
Victoria - None

No travelling if low visibility

An SPV must not begin to travel if, due to circumstances such as fog, heavy rain, smoke, dust or insect plague:

visibility is less than 250m in the daytime; or
the headlights of a vehicle approaching within 250m could not be seen at night.

If an SPV is already travelling when visibility is reduced to the level mentioned above, the SPV driver must drive the vehicle into the nearest safe parking area and wait until visibility improves beyond that level before continuing to travel.

Minimum following distance

The person driving an SPV exceeding 2.5m in width must drive at least 200m behind another oversize vehicle travelling in front of it, unless the person is:

driving on a multi-lane road or a length of road in a built-up area; or
overtaking.

Assessing routes

Before driving on a public road, the driver or operator of a SPV must be satisfied that the route has been assessed and the SPV can be driven along it without:

disrupting telecommunication, electricity, rail, gas, water or sewage services; and
damaging roads, structures, rail crossings or trees.

Part of this process is assessing the map and reading this Operator's Guide before travel, to identify any restrictions or conditions that may affect travel on public roads.

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.

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. However, if required, you must carry a Certificate of conformance with PBS Level 1 Tail Swing and Swept Path Performance (PDF, 238KB).

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 this 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.

National Network Map

The Notice may refer to state or territory government websites for the publication of networks. From 20 December 2023, certain authorised heavy vehicle road network maps for the Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria are published by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, through the NHVR National Network Map. Additional information and guidance can be found on the National Network Map webpage.

Approved routes covered by the Notice

The following routes are approved for travel for vehicles eligible under the Notice.

Note: In addition to complying with the conditions stated in the networks or this Operator's Guide, operators must ensure compliance with the specific road manager access requirements as set out in the following sections below or on the network maps:

Non-participating road managers
Participating road manager network condition.

An eligible SPV operating on the areas and routes specified in the following table must comply with all conditions stated in the approved networks.

**Table 22:** Approved networks
Jurisdiction	Vehicle type	Network
Australian Capital Territory	SPVs up to 4.3m in height	General access subject to any conditions or restrictions in the ACT Special Purpose Vehicles network - Routes with mass and width conditions/restrictions (PDF, 405KB)
Australian Capital Territory	SPVs 4.3m to 4.6m in height	Must only travel on routes approved B-double route as set out in the National Class 2 B-double Authorisation Notice 2024 (No.1)
New South Wales	SPVs other than a 3-axle Prescribed SPV	SPV Level 1 Approved Routes (under NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network maps)
New South Wales	3-axle Prescribed SPVs	SPV Level 3 Approved Routes (under NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network maps)
Queensland	All eligible SPVs	State controlled roads (displayed as a Transportation layer on the Queensland Globe), and Roads approved under the Queensland Special Purpose Vehicles Local Government Network
South Australia	All SPVs that don’t exceed 3.1m in width and are not a 3-axle Prescribed SPV	40t Special Purpose Vehicle Network (under South Australia OSM Routes)
	3-axle Prescribed SPV	3-Axle Crane Network (under South Australia OSM Routes)
	SPVs that exceed 3.1m and no more than 3.5m in width	25m 59.5t Low Loader Network (under South Australia OSM Routes)
Victoria	All SPVs other than a 2-axle Prescribed SPV and a 2-axle articulated steering crane	40t SPVs (incl. 3-Axle Mobile & 4-Axle Truck Cranes & Concrete Pump Trucks) network (under Victoria Class 1 Vehicles, All-Terrain Cranes)
Victoria	2-axle Prescribed SPV and a 2-axle articulated steering crane	2-Axle SPVs network (under Victoria Class 1 Vehicles, All-Terrain Cranes)

Participating road manager network conditions

The following section provides specific road manager access conditions under the Notice.

Road manager conditions should be reviewed regularly to ensure that the travel of eligible combinations complies with any access condition. Road manager conditions and restrictions in this section may change from time to time.

For further information on how to comply with these conditions, please contact the relevant road manager.

Australian Capital Territory network conditions - Click to expand

Australian travel conditions on certain roads

Specific dimension or mass limits may apply for certain assets in the Australian Capital Territory.

Operators must refer to the ACT Special Purpose Vehicles network - Routes with mass and width conditions/restrictions (PDF, 405KB) for certain route dimension and mass conditions or restrictions.

New South Wales network conditions - Click to expand

Areas and route conditions

An eligible vehicle operating under this Notice must comply with any conditions displayed as Travel conditions exist on this route on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network.

An eligible vehicle must not travel in a Clearway or Transit Lane between Monday and Friday (except on state-wide public holidays) between the hours of 6:00am and 10:00am and between the hours of 3:00pm and 7:00pm.

An eligible vehicle that is more than 4.3m but no more than 4.6m in height must only travel on routes that are approved for 4.6m high vehicles as displayed on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network on the TfNSW website.

An eligible vehicle must not travel on any classified State Road within the NSW Urban Zone between Monday and Friday (except on state-wide public holidays) between the hours of 7:00am and 9:00am and between the hours of 4:00pm and 6:00pm.

Notwithstanding condition 4 above, an eligible vehicle not exceeding 3.2m in width may operate in the Newcastle Outer Zone during peak hour times specified in condition 4 above. An eligible vehicle exceeding 3.2m in width must not travel within the Newcastle Outer Zone on any classified State Road during the peak hour times specified in condition 4 above.

An eligible vehicle must not travel on or through a Limited Access Location or Limited Access Zone displayed as Limited Access Locations or Limited Access Zones on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network if the vehicle exceeds one or more of the dimension limits as displayed on the Location or Zone and in accordance with any conditions that apply.

An eligible vehicle must:
1. Not travel over a bridge or structure displayed as Restricted Structures on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network.
2. Only travel over a bridge or structure displayed as Restricted Structures with Conditional Access on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network in accordance with any conditions that apply.

When travelling across a bridge, an eligible vehicle must travel at a steady speed not exceeding 40km/h.

Approved networks for an eligible SPV that exceeds 4.3m but no more than 4.6m in height

In New South Wales, where an eligible SPV that is more than 4.3m but no more than 4.6m in height, the route must be approved for the SPV and in addition be also approved for 4.6m high vehicles on the NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network.

School Zones

A truck-based SPV which exceeds 2.5m in width must not travel in an active school zones.

NSW Urban Zone

An eligible SPV must not travel on any classified State Road within the NSW Urban Zone on the following dates and times unless enrolled with the Urban Access Concession or the Urban Peak hour Concession.

**Table 23:** NSW Urban Zone peak hour travel times
Days of the week	Times	Conditions
Monday to Friday	7:00am - 9:00am 4:00pm - 6:00pm	Does not apply on state-wide public holidays.

Urban Schemes administered by Transport for New South Wales

The Urban Access Concession (UAC) and the Urban Peak Hour Concession (UPC) are schemes administered by Transport for New South Wales.

The UAC and UPC allow eligible mobile cranes to travel:

within the NSW Urban Zone during peak hour travel, on any classified State road
in clearway and transit lanes within the NSW Urban Zone between 6:00am and 10:00am and between 3:00pm and 7:00pm when clearway or transit lane restrictions apply.
on selected tunnels provided they comply with tunnel height restrictions and any other condition in the Notice (UAC only).

**Table 24:** NSW Urban Zone peak hour travel times approved under UAC and UPC
Days of the week	Times approved	Conditions
Monday to Friday	7:00am - 9:00am 4:00pm - 6:00pm	Does not apply on State-wide public holidays.

The UAC and UPC also allow eligible mobile cranes to travel in clearway and transit lanes within the NSW Urban Zone

**Table 25:** NSW Urban Zone clearway and transit lanes approved times
Days of the week	Times approved
Any day	6:00am - 10:00am 3:00pm - 7:00pm Or when clearway or transit lane restrictions apply

**Table 26:** Eligible tunnels included under the UAC
Tunnel name	Location/section of tunnel
Cross City Tunnel	from McLachlan Avenue, Rushcutters Bay to Harbour Street, Darling Harbour
Sydney Harbour Tunnel	from F1 Warringah Freeway to the Cahill Expressway
Cahill Expressway	from the Southern Toll Plaza to the Eastern Distributor
Eastern Distributor	from the Cahill Expressway to Baker Street at Kensington
M5 East Motorway	between King Georges Road interchange at Beverley Hills and General Holmes Drive, Mascot
Lane Cove	from Pacific Highway to Lane Cove River at Lane Cove North

Mobile cranes with a forward projection exceeding 3.5 metres when travelling in these tunnels must have a yellow and red tether fitted that is manufactured to a standard outlined in AS 4497- 1997 and is fitted from either of the travelling lugs of the boom to a lug at the front of the crane which must also not obscure the visibility of the number plate.

The UPC is similar in operation to the Urban Access Concession (UAC) for mobile cranes with the following exceptions:

The UPC applies to different crane dimensions.
The UPC does NOT permit access to restricted tunnels.

For more information on the UAC and UPC refer to the TfNSW website.

Urban Access Concession

To operate under the Urban Access Concession (UAC), an eligible vehicle must be enrolled in a relevant UAC scheme in the IAP or TMA with Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) unless it complies with the dimensions detailed in sections 6(3) or 6(4) in Schedule 2 New South Wales.
Note: More information on mobile crane operations under the UAC can be found on the TfNSW website.
An eligible SPV operating under the UAC is exempted from complying with the conditions displayed as Travel conditions exist on this route on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network for the purpose of conditions applying on the Great Western Highway from the Nepean River at Emu Plains to Katoomba.
An eligible vehicle operating under the UAC is exempted from Clearway or Transit Lane restrictions between the hours of 6.00am and 10.00am and between the hours of 3.00pm and 7.00pm.
An eligible vehicle operating under the UAC is exempted from travel restrictions on any classified State Road within the NSW Urban Zone between Monday and Friday between the hours of 7:00am and 9:00am and between the hours of 4:00pm and 6:00pm.
An eligible vehicle operating under the UAC may operate in the following tunnels:
1. Cross City Tunnel from McLachlan Avenue, Rushcutters Bay to Harbour Street, Darling Harbour;
2. Sydney Harbour Tunnel from F1 Warringah Freeway to the Cahill Expressway
3. Cahill Expressway from the Southern Toll Plaza to the Eastern Distributor
4. Eastern Distributor from the Cahill Expressway to Baker Street at Kensington
5. M5 East Motorway (tunnel) between King Georges Road interchange at Beverley Hills and General Holmes Drive, Mascot
6. Lane Cove Tunnel from Pacific Highway to Lane Cove River at Lane Cove North.
Mobile cranes with a forward projection exceeding 3.5 metres when travelling in the tunnels above must have a yellow and red tether fitted that is manufactured to a standard outlined in AS 4497-1997 and is fitted from either of the travelling lugs of the boom to a lug at the front of the crane which must also not obscure the visibility of the number plate.
The urban access concession does not apply on State-wide public holidays.

Urban Peak hour Concession

To operate under the Urban Peak hour Concession (UPC), an eligible vehicle must be enrolled in a relevant UPC scheme in the IAP or TMA with Transport for New South Wales unless it complies with the dimensions detailed in sections 5(3) or 5(4) in Schedule 2 New South Wales.
Note: More information on mobile crane operations under the UPC can be found on the TfNSW website.
An eligible SPV operating under the UPC is exempted from complying with the conditions displayed as Travel conditions exist on this route on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network for the purpose of conditions applying on the Great Western Highway from the Nepean River at Emu Plains to Katoomba.
An eligible vehicle operating under the UPC is exempted from Clearway or Transit Lane restrictions between the hours of 6.00am and 10.00am and between the hours of 3.00pm and 7.00pm.
An eligible vehicle operating under the UPC is exempted from travel restrictions on any classified State Road within the NSW Urban Zone between Monday and Friday between the hours of 7:00am and 9:00am and between the hours of 4:00pm and 6:00pm.
The urban peak hour concession does not apply on State-wide public holidays.

New South Wales travel conditions on certain roads

Limited Access Locations and Zones

An eligible SPV must not travel on or through a Limited Access Location or Limited Access Zone displayed as Limited Access Locations or Limited Access Zones on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network if the vehicle exceeds one or more of the dimension limits as displayed on the Location or Zone and in accordance with any conditions that apply.

An eligible SPV must:

not travel over a bridge or structure displayed as Restricted Structures on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network
only travel over a bridge or structure displayed as Restricted Structures with Conditional Access on the map and/or list titled NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network in accordance with any conditions that apply. When travelling across a bridge, an eligible vehicle must travel at a steady speed not exceeding 40km/h.

Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) Level Crossings - Cross with caution

Take precautions to NEVER STOP ON OR WITHIN THREE METRES of the railway tracks. Reduce the chance of your vehicle striking/damaging boom barriers on the level crossing by:
- NOT entering the railway crossing unless the vehicle can be immediately driven clear of the crossing.
- Anticipating that traffic may form a queue on the outgoing side of the crossing, preventing adequate clearance for your vehicle.
- Allowing additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead to allow additional time to respond to queuing traffic.
- Driving at a slower speed than that of queuing traffic ahead.
- Avoid stopping the vehicle immediately before the Level Crossing (i.e. right on stop line) when it is NOT operating (however, always stop prior if there is insufficient room to immediately drive clear).
Be prepared to stop the vehicle well in advance of the level crossing by:
- Observing for road signage/markings that indicate Level Crossing is approaching on road ahead.
- On approach – slowing vehicle to below sign posted speed limit – to reduce required stopping distance.
- Anticipating that the Level Crossing could start to operate at any time – to reduce response/reaction time.
If for some reason the vehicle breaks down and is fouling a crossing or is near a crossing or damages a crossing or other ARTC infrastructure the first thing that must be done is to phone 000 advising the location so they can advise on next steps required.
If for some reason your load damages a crossing or other ARTC infrastructure, and is not an emergency, phone local police on 131 444 and make a report so they can advise ARTC for repair or replacement.

Night travel routes

An eligible SPV wider than 2.5m may only travel at night on roads or on roads in locations or zones displayed as ‘Roads and zones approved for oversize night travel’ on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’ in accordance with any times and conditions that apply.

A mobile crane wider than 3.1m may only travel at night on roads or on roads in locations or zones displayed as ‘Roads and zones approved for oversize night travel’ on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’ in accordance with any times and conditions that apply.

An eligible vehicle operating in the New South Wales may operate on the following routes from the NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network, published by Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW):

An eligible vehicle that is not a 3-axle prescribed SPV: SPV Level 1 Approved Routes (under NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network maps)
An eligible vehicle that is a 3-axle prescribed SPV: SPV Level 3 Approved Routes (under NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network maps)

An eligible vehicle that is more than 4.3m but no more than 4.6m in height must only travel on routes that are approved for 4.6m high vehicles on the NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network.

An eligible vehicle operating on the areas and routes specified in (1) and (2) must comply with all conditions stated on the NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network.

Further conditions for New South Wales networks under section 3 of Schedule 2

The following conditions apply to the networks specified in the New South Wales Schedule of the Notice.

To operate under this Notice in New South Wales, a mobile crane that exceeds 2.5 metres in width must be enrolled and monitored in the Intelligent Access Program (IAP) or TMA with TfNSW in accordance with Chapter 7 of the Heavy Vehicle National Law.
A current Certificate of Enrolment issued by Transport Certification Australia (TCA) or Transport for NSW (TfNSW) must be carried in the vehicle to which section 4 of the Notice applies and be produced when requested to do so by a Police Officer or an Authorised Officer.
Note: A Certificate of Enrolment is issued from Transport for New South Wales when the vehicle is enrolled and monitored by the IAP in NSW.
An articulated steering crane must comply with the following conditions:
1. A hydraulic steering warning decal must display a maximum speed limit of 80km/h.
2. Two (2) convex mirrors with a minimum diameter of 300mm must be fitted to the vehicle and located no less than 1.0m from the foremost point of the jib. The mirrors must be located so that any reflected images from either side of the vehicle are clearly visible and discernible to the driver in his normal seating position.
A prescribed SPV with 445mm sized tyres is permitted to operate at the approved 12t per axle mass.
A truck-based SPV which exceeds 2.5m in width must not travel in an active school zones.

Note: School zones are in force on all days which are not a weekend, a public holiday or a publicly notified school holiday for government schools. Most school zones operate from 8 to 9.30am and from 2.30 to 4pm. However, there are a small number of non-standard school zone times in New South Wales, which are identified by red/orange school zone signs showing the times when school zone flashing lights operate.

New South Wales – night travel

A special purpose vehicle not wider than 2.5m may travel between sunset and sunrise.

A special purpose vehicle wider than 2.5m, other than a mobile crane, must be accompanied by at least 1 pilot vehicle for night-time travel.

A mobile crane not wider than 3.1m may travel between sunset and sunrise. A mobile crane wider than 3.1m must be accompanied by at least 1 pilot vehicle for night-time travel.

A special purpose vehicle wider than 2.5m may only travel at night on roads or on roads in locations or zones displayed as ‘Roads and zones approved for oversize night travel’ on the map and/or list titled ‘NSW Special Purpose Vehicle Network’ in accordance with any times and conditions that apply.

Queensland network conditions - Click to expand

This part provides links to online maps and other resources to the networks referred to in the Queensland Schedule:

An eligible vehicle operating in Queensland may operate on:
1. Roads and areas listed in the Queensland Special Purpose Vehicles Local Government Network
2. Roads specified in the Access Conditions Guide and a relevant schedule for the vehicle category in the Guide.
Travel by any eligible vehicle on any state controlled road in Queensland must comply with the conditions of the Conditions of Operation Database.
Eligible vehicles that are either a 2-axle prescribed SPV or a 2-axle articulated steering crane that has a mass on any axle exceeding 10t must not cross a structure that is listed on the 2-axle prescribed special purpose vehicles and 2-axle articulated steering cranes map.
An eligible vehicle that is a 3-axle articulated steering crane must not cross a structure that is listed on the 3-axle articulated steering cranes map.
An eligible vehicle operating on the areas and routes specified in this section must comply with all conditions of the Notice, this Schedule and any conditions of the area or route.

Further conditions for Queensland networks under section 2 of Schedule 3

The following conditions apply to the networks specified in the Queensland Schedule of the Notice.

Queensland general conditions

An eligible SPV operating under this Notice that does not comply with the mass requirements in Schedule 1 of the Regulation must have a current Authority to Operate (ATO).
The operating mass of an SPV operating under this Notice must not exceed the limits specified in the ATO relevant to the vehicle being driven. If the mass limits applicable to an SPV operating under this Notice are greater than those specified in a vehicle’s ATO, the lower ATO mass limits prevail.
A route assessment must be conducted based on the ‘Conditions of Operation Database’ before any journey and the driver must carry the following documents in the vehicle at all times whilst operating on the road network:
1. a copy of the current conditions of operations for the route being undertaken, including temporary road closures or limits, from the ‘Conditions of Operations Database’; and
2. all relevant permissions and authorities to ensure the movement of the oversize vehicle does not pose a danger to property or other road users.

Queensland requirements for oversize special purpose vehicles

The maximum speed limit applying to an oversize SPV is:

90km/h outside built up areas, except where official traffic signs indicate a lower speed limit; or
the vehicle manufacturer's specified limit if lower than (a).

Note: Where the oversize SPV is travelling at a speed that causes a build-up of traffic, the driver of the oversize vehicle must take all reasonable steps to alleviate the build-up of traffic. This does not include exceeding any speed limit mentioned in (a) or (b).

Queensland requirements for overmass special purpose vehicles

The following conditions apply to an overmass SPV which carries additional equipment:

the vehicle's tare and approved GVM must be recorded on the vehicle's ATO.
additional equipment under section 19 of this Notice is permitted to be carried on the condition that the SPV does not exceed the tyre requirements, axle masses, axle group masses and total mass limits of the Notice or the vehicle's ATO mass limits.
The term “substances” in section 19 of this Notice (Carrying additional equipment) does not include substances that are to be spread by the vehicle.
Carrying a load other than the additional equipment under section 3 of this part on a road in Queensland is not permitted.
An SPV must be configured to its day-to-day operational mass and mode as specified in its ATO and/or any removable/movable counterweight blocks are to be either removed for travel or located such that the maximum permitted axle masses are not exceeded.
The mass on an axle group described in Columns 2 and 3 of Table 1 of this Part must not be more than the mass limit set out in Column 4 opposite its description. This section is a continuation of Table 2 of the Notice.

**Table 27:** Continuation of axle mass limits for special purpose vehicles in Queensland
Column 1 - Item No.	Column 2 - Type of axle or axle group	Column 3 - Minimum ground contact width of axle (metres)	Column 4 - Mass limit (tonnes)
1	Tandem axle group fitted with dual tyres where the centre lines of the axles are at least 1.20m but less than 1.35m apart.	3.3	28.0
2	Tandem axle group fitted with dual tyres where the centre lines of the axles are at least 1.35m apart.	3.0	28.0

Queensland area and route conditions

Network accessible to SPVs operating under this Notice

SPVs operating under this Notice have access to all state-controlled roads in Queensland subject to the conditions of this schedule.

SPVs operating under this Notice have access to local government roads and/or areas listed in the document titled ‘Queensland Special Purpose Vehicles Local Government Network’ subject to any conditions or restrictions set out in this document and in this schedule.

Restrictions

The registered operator and driver of an SPV operating under this Notice must ensure the vehicle does not operate in contravention of conditions, dimension limits or mass limits which exceed those specified for particular roads in the ‘Conditions of Operations Database’.

The registered operator and driver of a pick and carry crane or of a 2 axle all terrain mobile crane that has a mass greater than 10t on one or more axles must ensure the vehicle does not cross a structure that is listed on the ‘Do not Cross Structure List for National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle Notice 2016’.

Note: The Do not Cross Structure List for National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle Notice 2016 can be accessed on the TMR website. The registered operator must register with TMR’s Heavy Vehicle Access Management online/email notification system to receive updates on conditions of structures.

Current conditions of operations can be accessed via the TMR web site.

Queensland specific area conditions

The driver of an oversize SPV operating under this Notice must observe the restrictions for the prescribed areas and roads set out in the Access Conditions Guide and Schedule.

Queensland temporary road closures and load limitations

The registered operator must ensure that the driver of an SPV is aware of, and complies with, any temporary road closures or restrictions which may affect the proposed route.

In the event of heavy or prolonged rain affecting a route, oversize movements may be restricted and/or mass limits in this Notice suspended or decreased until such time as determined by the road authority.

Information concerning temporary road closures or restrictions affecting vehicles operating under this Notice is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week via the “Conditions of Operations Database” and the Queensland Traffic Website.

Queensland currency of conditions

The driver of an SPV must carry a current copy (including all updates) of the “Conditions of Operation” when operating the vehicle.

Current “Conditions of Operations” can be accessed:

via the TMR website; select – Business and industry – Heavy vehicles – Excess mass and dimensions – Excess mass and dimensions conditions, then use the link to “Conditions of Operations Database”; or
by contacting TMR Heavy Vehicle Operations Centre during office hours.

Queensland tyre manufacturer’s ratings

Modern tyre designations include manufacturer’s ratings in the form of a load index at a certain speed. The maximum safe tyre loads per tyre for truck tyres may be obtained by using load and speed indices as shown in Table 2 of this schedule.

SPVs are only permitted to operate at a mass within this Notice if the tyre manufacturer’s ratings are not exceeded. Table 28 and Table 29 are to assist operators in assessing manufacturer’s ratings of vehicles.

**Table 28:** Load Capacity Index (manufacturer’s load rating)
Load Capacity Index	Load per tyre (kg)	Load Capacity Index	Load per tyre (kg)	Load Capacity Index	Load per tyre (kg)
128	1800	143	2725	158	4250
129	1850	144	2800	159	4375
130	1900	145	2900	160	4500
131	1950	146	3000	161	4625
132	2000	147	3075	162	4750
133	2060	148	3150	163	4875
134	2120	149	3250	164	5000
135	2180	150	3350	165	5150
136	2240	151	3450	166	5300
137	2300	152	3550	167	5450
138	2360	153	3650	168	5600
139	2430	154	3750	169	5800
140	2500	155	3875	170	6000
141	2575	156	4000	171	6150
142	2650	157	4125	172	6300

**Table 29:** Speed Index (manufacturer’s speed rating)
Speed Index	Speed (km/h)
F	80
G	90
J	100
K	110
L	120
M	130

Queensland – night travel

An oversize SPV that does not exceed 3.1m in width is permitted to travel at night, unless otherwise restricted in this schedule.

An oversize SPV exceeding 3.1m in width is permitted to travel until 7.00pm provided:

the journey commences in daytime; and
the journey being undertaken can be completed by 7.00pm.

An oversize SPV exceeding 3.1m in width is permitted to travel within the boundary of the city of Brisbane or within the boundary of any other city from 12.00am (midnight) provided:

the driver responsible considers that it is necessary to do so to complete a journey being undertaken on that day, and
is out of the city boundary by 7.00am; and
the vehicle is being escorted by at least 1 pilot or escort vehicle driving in front and 1 pilot or escort vehicle driving behind.

Victoria network conditions - Click to expand

An eligible vehicle operating on the areas and routes specified in this section must comply with all conditions stated on the relevant network and web page.

Further conditions for Victoria networks under section 2 of Schedule 5

If an eligible vehicle is wider than 3.0m, before attempting to cross a tramway track, the driver or operator of the vehicle must first obtain permission from the Transport Compliance Unit of the Department of Transport’s Over Dimensional Load Team (03) 8392 7720 or 0417 054 626 or emailing odlpermit@ecodev.vic.gov.au.

Victoria – night travel

No restrictions.

South Australia network conditions - Click to expand

All SPV networks in South Australia can be found on the National Network Map.

**Table 30:** SPV networks in South Australia
Eligible vehicle	Network
An eligible vehicle that is a 3-axle prescribed SPV may access the following network	3-Axle Crane Network (under South Australia OSM Routes)
An eligible vehicle that is not a 3-axle prescribed SPV and that does not exceed 3.1m in width may access the following network	40t Special Purpose Vehicle Network (under South Australia OSM Routes)
An eligible vehicle that is not a 3-axle prescribed SPV, that exceeds 3.1m but does not exceed 3.5m in width may access the following network	25m 59.5t Low Loader Network (under South Australia OSM Routes)

Further conditions for South Australia networks under section 2 of Schedule 4

Where a pilot vehicle is specified to accompany the SPV, the pilot vehicle driver must operate in accordance with, and carry a copy of, the booklet titled “Escorting Guidelines for Oversize and Overmass Vehicles and Loads” published by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) and must produce that booklet when requested by an Authorised Officer or a Police Officer.

For the purposes of section 11 of Schedule 8 of the Regulation and prior to commencing a journey, the driver or operator must check the appropriate map for any restrictions or limitations along the proposed route.

For the purposes of Schedule 8, section 11 of the Regulation, and in addition to that section:

On the Traffic SA website at www.traffic.sa.gov.au you will find information about planned roadworks, road closures and traffic alerts. The website also contains information about roads and traffic during incidents and emergencies that may impact road users. Prior to travelling, please check the Traffic SA website for the latest update information to ensure the vehicle combination listed in this permit can travel and is safe to do so. There may be road works that will inhibit travel.

Note: If travelling on outback roads please also check www.dpti.sa.gov.au/OutbackRoads for additional traffic information prior to commencing a journey, a driver or operator must check a route network map and traffic condition advisory service for updates and any road closures or restrictions (including the conditions of operation) or limitations along the proposed route on the DIT web site and

in paragraph (a), a traffic condition advisory service —
1. means a service provided through a website maintained by a road authority or police service for the provision of advice regarding road closures and restrictions; and
2. includes a service designated as a traffic condition advisory service in a Schedule to this Notice.

Travel is not permitted in the City of Adelaide Council area between the hours of 7.00am to 9.00am and 4.00pm to 6.00pm Monday to Friday inclusive. The driver or operator must contact the Council on (08) 8203 7303 at least 48 hours prior to the intended time of travel for approval and to be advised of any special conditions or requirements.

Travel on any City of Adelaide Council roads is restricted to access worksites only. Through travel is not permitted.

Travel is not permitted in the Adelaide Metropolitan Area between the hours of 7:00am to 9:00am, and 4.00pm to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday inclusive, if the vehicle width is greater than 3.1m and up to 3.5m.

South Australia – night travel

An eligible vehicle may travel between sunset and sunrise on its corresponding network with the following requirements;

An SPV up to 3.1m in width - no pilots required.
An SPV greater than 3.1m wide and up to 3.5m wide - 2 pilots required.

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 31 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.

**Table 31:** Traffic advisory services
Jurisdiction	Website	Purpose
Australian Capital Territory	Road closures	View current and upcoming road closures across the Australian Capital Territory.
New South Wales	Live Traffic NSW	View live information about incidents and changes in New South Wales traffic conditions.
Queensland	QLD Traffic	View live information about incidents and changes in Queensland traffic conditions, including outback road conditions.
South Australia	Outback Road Warnings	Access the latest information about temporary closures, restrictions, and warnings for outback roads North and West of Port Augusta.
South Australia	Traffic SA	View live information about incidents and changes in South Australia traffic conditions. Traffic SA is available as a mobile app. See Addinsight download details on the Traffic SA website.
Tasmania	Tasmanian Police Community Alerts	View Tasmania Police alerts for road closures due to emergencies or special events.
	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.
Victoria	VicTraffic	View live information about incidents and changes in Victoria traffic conditions.

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'll find a list of national and state notices related to the National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle (up to 40t total mass) Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1).

A related notice may coincide with the featured notice or provide alternative solutions for operators to operate under.

Related national notices

Jurisdiction	Notice
National	National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Special Purpose Vehicles) Exemption Notice 2021 (No. 1) Exempts certain categories of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) from the requirement to comply with specified requirements of the Heavy Vehicle (Vehicle Standards) National Regulation. Please note the following supporting document for this Notice: National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Special Purpose Vehicles) Exemption Notice 2021 Operator’s Guide (PDF, 1.1MB)

Jurisdiction

Notice

National

National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Special Purpose Vehicles) Exemption Notice 2021 (No. 1)

Exempts certain categories of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) from the requirement to comply with specified requirements of the Heavy Vehicle (Vehicle Standards) National Regulation.

Please note the following supporting document for this Notice:

National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Special Purpose Vehicles) Exemption Notice 2021 Operator’s Guide (PDF, 1.1MB)

Related state and territory notices

Jurisdiction	Notice
New South Wales	New South Wales Class 1 4-Axle & 5-Axle All Terrain Mobile Crane Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) Exempts stated Class 1 heavy vehicles from the prescribed mass and dimension requirements specified in the notice, subject to the conditions in the notice and the accompanying Operator’s Guide. Please note the following supporting document for this Notice: New South Wales Class 1 4-axle and 5-axle All Terrain Mobile Crane Operator’s Guide (PDF, 333KB) New South Wales 4 and 5 Axle Crane Notice - Industry Information Sheet (PDF, 1.85MB) New South Wales Class 1 All Terrain Mobile Crane and Dolly Combination Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) Exempts stated Class 1 heavy vehicles from the prescribed mass and dimension requirements specified in the notice, subject to the conditions in the notice and the accompanying Operator’s Guide. Please note the following supporting document for this Notice: New South Wales Class 1 All Terrain Mobile Crane and Dolly Combination Operator’s Guide (PDF, 343KB) New South Wales Crane and Dolly Notice - Industry Information Sheet (PDF, 1.06KB) New South Wales Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle and Combination Exemption Notice 2024 (No.2) Exempts special purpose vehicles (SPV's) and SPV combinations from specified mass and dimension requirements, subject to certain conditions. Please note the following supporting document for this Notice: New South Wales Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle and Combination Operator’s Guide (PDF, 1.57MB)
Queensland	Queensland Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle Combination Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) Exempt categories of Class 1 special purpose combinations from mass and dimension requirements under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL).
Tasmania	Tasmania Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) Exempts eligible Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) from compliance with certain requirements in Schedule 1 and Schedule 6 of the Heavy Vehicle (Mass Dimension and Loading) National Regulation.
Victoria	Victoria Class 1 4-Axle & 5-Axle All Terrain Mobile Crane Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) Exempts the stated Class 1 heavy vehicles from the prescribed mass and dimension requirements specified in the Notice, subject to conditions. Please note the following supporting document for this Notice: Information Sheet - Victoria Class 1, 4 Axle & 5 Axle All Terrain Mobile Crane Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice (PDF, 351KB)

Supporting documents

Resources

Key contacts

Third parties and other entities contact information

Total mass limits

The total mass of an eligible vehicle must not exceed the lesser of the following limits:

a total maximum mass of 40t
Queensland and South Australia mass requirements for 3-axle articulated steering cranes
the mass limits for single axles and axle groups
other than a 3-axle Prescribed SPV, the Total Calculated Mass found using the Total Calculated Mass Formula

Total Calculated Mass Formula

Total Calculated Mass = (3 x L) + 15 ± G

L = The distance in metres between the centre lines of the vehicle's foremost and rearmost axles

±G = The mass to be:

added at the rate of 1t for each 100mm by which the ground contact width of the heaviest axle or axle group exceeds 2.5m; or
subtracted at the rate of 1t for each 100mm by which the ground contact width of the heaviest axle or axle group is less than 2.4m.

A 3-axle Prescribed SPV is exempted from the Total Calculated Mass formula; however, it must not exceed the lesser of

the mass limits for single axles and axle groups: or
40t

Participating jurisdiction heavy vehicle resources

For more information about operating a heavy vehicle in participating jurisdictions, refer to the following sites:

Australian Capital Territory: Transport Canberra and City Services - Heavy vehicle conditions and network
New South Wales: Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) - Heavy vehicles
Queensland: Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) - Heavy vehicles
South Australia: Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) - Heavy vehicles
Victoria: Department of Transport and Planning - Heavy vehicle industry

Changes and updates

Date	Summary	Links to resources and communications
20 July 2024	National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle (up to 40t total mass) Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2024 (No.1) commenced. Telematics Monitoring Application (TMA) conditions for New South Wales included.	C2024G00440
3 June 2024	Specific network conditions added for New South Wales: Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) Level Crossings - Cross with caution Take precautions to NEVER STOP ON OR WITHIN THREE METRES of the railway tracks. Reduce the chance of your vehicle striking/damaging boom barriers on the level crossing by: NOT entering the railway crossing unless the vehicle can be immediately driven clear of the crossing. Anticipating that traffic may form a queue on the outgoing side of the crossing, preventing adequate clearance for your vehicle. Allowing additional space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead to allow additional time to respond to queuing traffic. Driving at a slower speed than that of queuing traffic ahead. Avoid stopping the vehicle immediately before the Level Crossing (i.e. right on stop line) when it is NOT operating (however, always stop prior if there is insufficient room to immediately drive clear). Be prepared to stop the vehicle well in advance of the level crossing by: Observing for road signage/markings that indicate Level Crossing is approaching on road ahead. On approach – slowing vehicle to below sign posted speed limit – to reduce required stopping distance. Anticipating that the Level Crossing could start to operate at any time – to reduce response/reaction time. If for some reason the vehicle breaks down and is fouling a crossing or is near a crossing or damages a crossing or other ARTC infrastructure the first thing that must be done is to phone 000 advising the location so they can advise on next steps required. If for some reason your load damages a crossing or other ARTC infrastructure, and is not an emergency, phone local police on 131 444 and make a report so they can advise ARTC for repair or replacement.
13 Mar 2023	Changes made to the reference to Authority to Operate (ATO) in QLD to clarify requirements around overmass SPV.
17 Feb 2023	Table 22 - Approved networks and Table 23 - Network mapping locations for jurisdictions merged into a single Table 22/23 - Approved networks that contains all the relevant hyperlinks. Updated the networks for Queensland eligible SPVs.	Network and Mapping
16 Aug 2021	National Class 1 Special Purpose Vehicle (up to 40t total mass) Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2021 commenced.	C2021G00652
1 Jun 2021	An extensive review of the existing notices was conducted, the revised notice introduces more flexible definitions so that it can be applied to a wider variety of vehicles.	National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Special Purpose Vehicles) Exemption Notice 2021 consultation