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Do campers need to pull into weigh stations?
Motorhomes do not have to stop at weigh stations. Any vehicle with or without a trailer that weighs over 10,000 must be weighed. Motorhomes do not have to stop at weigh stations. Motorhomes do not have to stop at weigh stations.
What size truck has to stop at weigh stations?
Most states have requirements that any truck that weighs 10,000 pounds or more has to stop at any, and all, weigh stations. For some states this weight can be higher, but the rule is the same – all commercial trucks should stop at every weigh station when they are open.
What vehicles need to pull into weigh stations?
A: If the vehicle or combination of vehicles is in excess of 10,000 pounds actual weight or gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), then it needs to enter a weigh station. When it comes to driving a motorhome or pulling a fifth wheel or travel trailer, it all depends on the GVW.
What states do U Haul trucks have to stop at weigh stations?
Which states require rental trucks to stop at weigh stations?
| Alabama | Yes |
|---|---|
| Alaska | No |
| Arizona | No |
| Arkansas | No |
| California | Yes, and at all agricultural stations |
Do commercial RV transporters stop at weigh stations?
Commercial trucks and specialty vehicles weighing over 22,000 pounds must stop. The only RVs that have to stop are those extreme builds that are over 46 feet in length (either on its own or in combination with a tow vehicle).
Who has to stop at Wisconsin weigh stations?
“All vehicles weighing over 10,000 lbs. must stop.” “All vehicles registered as trucks are required to stop at motor carrier safety and weight inspection stations when signs direct them to do so.” “All vehicles with a GVW rating in excess of 10,000 lbs.
Why do trucks have to stop at weigh stations?
Truck weigh stations are important because weighing trucks prevents overweight trucks from going onto highways that cannot handle the heavy load. Trucks that weigh over the regulated weight limit can cause irreparable damage to roads and bridges. Many states collect taxes on transported goods based on weight.