Roof Rack Overhang Regulations

The new rules are based on the north american cargo securement standard model regulations reflecting the results of a multi year research program to evaluate u s.

Roof rack overhang regulations.

Trailing and roof racking the rules and regulations scope of this leaflet. Loads overhanging at rear of vehicle. The following notes summarise road vehicle law affecting those trailing boats or roof racking dinghies masts or other boat equipment. On september 27 2002 the federal motor carrier safety administration fmcsa published new cargo securement rules.

A summary of the regulations and safety advice for vehicles carrying overhanging loads covering. No more than the length of the front load carrying area or body ahead of the rear overhang line or 3 7 metres whichever is the lesser. Looking at putting the tandem on a rear rack. Without the wheels on it s just slightly wider than the mirrors on the car but would be narrower than the mirrors if i took the pannier rack off.

Loads overhanging side of vehicle. Motor carriers operating in interstate commerce must comply with the new requirements beginning january 1 2004.