For a typical motorist, semi-trucks are large and powerful vehicles. They are dreaded on the road. Though they entertain kids, adults are wary about getting in an accident with them. But these commercial semi-trailers are the heart of the American economy. They are the channels getting your favorite cereal on grocery shelves. They bring gas at your local station. They even make it possible for your online others to reach your homes. But, did you know that these semi-trailers strictly follow restrictions and rules? Let\u2019s take a look at semi-trailer dimensions and laws.<\/span><\/p>\n What’s Inside<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/b> <\/b> <\/b> <\/b> <\/b> <\/b> <\/b> <\/p>\n\n
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Types of Semi-Trailers<\/b><\/h2>\n
\nA <\/span>semi-trailer truck<\/span><\/a> is a combination of a truck combined with one or more semi-trailers. The trailers have no engines, so they’re attached to the <\/span>truck<\/span><\/a> using a fifth wheel. This horse-shoe shape coupling was attached to the truck’s kingpin. The kingpin pivots the steering.\u00a0 There are many types of trailers used for different loads and purposes. Here\u2019s a list of the most <\/span>common types of semi-trailers<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\nDry Vans<\/h3>\n
\nDry Vans are semi-trailers with enclosed boxes. The boxes protect the load from weather elements. These types of semi-trailers can be used to transport band equipment and tools. They can transport any types of loads.<\/span><\/p>\nFlatbed<\/h3>\n
\nFlatbed semi-trailers don\u2019t have a box. Instead, all sides are open for a crane or forklift to pick the load up from the sides or top. These types of semi-trailer are ideal for transporting lumber and steel coils.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nLow-boy<\/h3>\n
\nLow-boy semi-trailers are with two deck drops. One drop is located behind the gooseneck and the other drop is located before the wheels. They are designed to transport oversized equipment and heavy construction items.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nReefers<\/h3>\n
\nReefers are boxed semi-trailers with a compressor, condenser, and evaporator. These cooling systems are used to transport frozen goods and pharmaceutical needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nStep-decks<\/h3>\n
\nStep-decks are open semi-trailers with two decks and a ramp for unloading. Their height is lower than that of a flatbed. These types of semi-trailer are ideal for transporting building materials and large machines. Commonly, they are used to transport goods that cannot be transported by flatbeds. This is due to their height restrictions.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nMost Common Semi-Trailer Dimensions and Weight Limits<\/b><\/h2>\n
\nThe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) defined commercial trucks and semi-trailers as vehicles used to transport freight weighing more than 10,000 pounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n
Semi-Trailer Federal Government Dimensions and Laws<\/b><\/h2>\n