The federally regulated max load for trucks, including cargo, is 80,000 pounds. So, depending on what type of trailer you are pulling, your loads are going to vary in weight. Dry vans can hold between 44,000 to 45,000 pounds and flatbed trailers can hold up to 48,000 pounds. Knowing how to spread out the weight over the axles of your trailer is also good information to know. The loads are not spread out over the axles evenly, they vary according to trailer type, with some exceptions. Click the link below to find out more about how much your trailer type can hold and how to evenly distribute the load safely.
Big Rigs can Carry some Pretty Heavy Loads
