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2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4942 - Registered gross weight

§ 4942. Registered gross weight.
(a) Single vehicle limits.--
No vehicle registered as a truck, a combination or a trailer shall be operated with a gross weight in excess of its registered gross weight.
(b) Truck towing trailer.--
No vehicle registered as a truck shall be operated with a gross weight, exclusive of any trailer being towed, in excess of its registered gross weight as a truck.
(c) Combination.--
No combination containing a trailer having a gross weight or registered gross weight in excess of 10,000 pounds shall be operated with a gross weight in excess of the registered gross weight of the truck or truck tractor for a combination. This subsection shall not apply to a combination of vehicles consisting of a motor vehicle towing a recreational trailer or recreational cargo trailer, registered as such, as long as the combination weight does not exceed the sum of the manufacturer's rated axle capacities or the gross combination weight rating, whichever is less.
(Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Oct. 24, 2018, P.L.881, No.138, eff. 180 days)
2018 Amendment.
Act 138 amended subsec. (c).
Cross References.
Section 4942 is referred to in section 4945 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4944 - Maximum wheel load

§ 4944. Maximum wheel load.
No motor vehicle or combination shall, when operated upon a highway, have a weight upon any one wheel in excess of 800 pounds for each nominal inch of width of tire on the wheel. Special mobile equipment may be authorized to carry up to 1,000 pounds per nominal inch of tire width subject to the issuance of a permit by the department.
(June 18, 1980, P.L.229, No.68, eff. 60 days; June 11, 1992, P.L.266, No.47, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 4944 is referred to in section 4945 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4945 - Penalties for exceeding maximum weights

§ 4945. Penalties for exceeding maximum weights.
(a) Gross weight violations.--
(1) Any person driving a vehicle or combination upon a highway exceeding the maximum gross weight allowed by section 4941 (relating to maximum gross weight of vehicles) or the registered gross weight allowed by section 4942 (relating to registered gross weight), whichever is less, is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $75 plus $75 for each 500 pounds, or part thereof, in excess of 3,000 pounds over the maximum gross weight or the registered gross weight.
(2) If the gross weight of any vehicle or combination exceeds the applicable gross weight allowed under section 4941(a), the fine imposed under this subsection shall be doubled.
(b) Axle weight violation.--
Subject to the provisions of section 4982(c) (relating to reducing or readjusting loads of vehicles), any person operating a vehicle or combination with a weight on an axle or group of consecutive axles exceeding the maximum axle weights allowed by section 4943 (relating to maximum axle weight of vehicles) is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $100 plus $100 for each 500 pounds, or part thereof, in excess of 2,000 pounds over the maximum axle weight allowed.
(c) Wheel weight violation.--
Any person operating a vehicle or combination upon a highway exceeding the maximum wheel weight allowed by section 4944 (relating to maximum wheel load) is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $100 plus $100 for each 200 pounds, or part thereof, in excess of 200 pounds over the maximum wheel weight allowed.
(d) Concurrent violations.--
In any case in which there are concurrent violations of more than one of the sections or subsections of this subchapter prescribing maximum weights, the only penalty imposed shall be for violation of that section or subsection which produces the greatest fine.
(June 18, 1980, P.L.229, No.68, eff. 60 days; Dec. 11, 1986, P.L.1530, No.166, eff. 60 days)
1986 Amendment.
Act 166 amended subsec. (b).
1980 Amendment.
Act 68 amended subsec. (a).
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4946 - Impoundment of vehicles for nonpayment of overweight fines (Repealed)

§ 4946. Impoundment of vehicles for nonpayment of overweight fines (Repealed).
1985 Repeal.
Section 4946 was repealed June 19, 1985, P.L.49, No.20, effective in 60 days.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4947 - Disposition of impounded vehicles and loads (Repealed)

§ 4947. Disposition of impounded vehicles and loads (Repealed).
1985 Repeal.
Section 4947 was repealed June 19, 1985, P.L.49, No.20, effective in 60 days.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4948 - Maximum weight and seating capacity of buses

§ 4948. Maximum weight and seating capacity of buses.
(a) Gross, axle and wheel weights.--
No bus shall be operated upon any highway with a gross weight in excess of 73,280 pounds, or with a weight on any axle in excess of the lesser of the manufacturer's rated axle capacity or 22,400 pounds on any single axle. Buses operated upon interstate highways shall not have a weight on any axle in excess of 20,000 pounds. No bus shall be operated on a highway with a weight upon any wheel in excess of 800 pounds on any one wheel for each nominal inch of width of tire on the wheel.
(b) Seating capacity load.--
A bus shall not be operated on a highway with a load exceeding by more than 25% its registered seating capacity except when operated within a business or residence district. A child under the age of six years shall not be counted when computing the load on the bus.
(c) Penalties.--
Any person owning or operating a bus with a gross weight or with weight on any axle or wheel exceeding by more than 5% the maximum allowed in subsection (a) is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of $100. If the excess weight is more than 10% above the maximum weight allowed, the fine shall be $300. Any person in violation of subsection (b) is guilty of a summary offense and shall, upon conviction, be sentenced to pay a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $100.
(June 6, 1979, P.L.39, No.12, eff. imd.; Oct. 10, 1980, P.L.791, No.147, eff. imd.)
1980 Amendment.
Act 147 amended subsec. (a).
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4949 - Application to tow trucks

§ 4949. Application to tow trucks.
The weight restrictions set forth in this subchapter do not apply to a combination consisting of any tow truck towing a disabled motor vehicle to a place of repairs or other place of safety as long as the overweight combination travels directly to the first available such location and the movement is performed at the direction of authorized emergency personnel or a qualified Commonwealth employee.
(Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days)
2002 Amendment.
Act 152 added section 4949.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4963 - Exemptions for vehicles used in State highway construction or maintenance

§ 4963. Exemptions for vehicles used in State highway construction or maintenance.
When operating within the established construction or maintenance project limits as specified in the highway construction plans or contract documents, no permit shall be required for movement across, upon or along any highway of oversize or overweight vehicles of the department or a contractor or other person currently involved in the authorized construction or maintenance of the highway. Movement under this section is not authorized upon a bridge posted under section 4902 (relating to restrictions on use of highways and bridges) unless the posted bridge is currently being reconstructed or maintained.
(Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; June 22, 2001, P.L.559, No.37, eff. 60 days)
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4964 - Oral authorization following emergency or accident

§ 4964. Oral authorization following emergency or accident.
In the event of an emergency or accident affecting the public safety or convenience, the department and local authorities may orally authorize the operation or movement of a vehicle or combination which exceeds the maximum size or weight specified in this chapter provided a permit is applied for within 72 hours of the operation or movement.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4965 - Single permits for multiple highway crossings

§ 4965. Single permits for multiple highway crossings.
A single permit may be issued for a number of movements across the highway at specified locations within a fixed period of time of vehicles or combinations:
(1) exceeding the maximum size or weight specified in this chapter; or
(2) used to cross a highway to get from one commercial or industrial facility to another commercial or industrial facility under the same operation.
Whenever a permit is issued for crossing the highway, it is unlawful to move the vehicles along the highway.
(July 11, 1985, P.L.204, No.52, eff. 90 days)
Cross References.
Section 4965 is referred to in sections 1302, 1943, 3108, 4904, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4966 - Permit for movement of quarry equipment

§ 4966. Permit for movement of quarry equipment.
An annual permit may be issued for the movement of a piece of quarry equipment or machinery exceeding the maximum size or weight specified in this chapter across any highway other than a freeway from one part of a quarry to another, or upon the highways other than freeways connecting by the most direct route any quarries or portions of quarries under single ownership or operation, but no permit shall be issued for the movement of equipment or machinery for a distance greater than one mile.
(Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 4966 is referred to in sections 1302, 1943, 3108 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4967 - Permit for movement of implements of husbandry (Repealed)

§ 4967. Permit for movement of implements of husbandry (Repealed).
1979 Repeal.
Section 4967 was repealed July 20, 1979, P.L.168, No.55, effective immediately.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4969 - Permit for movement of vehicles with oversize wheels and tires (Repealed)

§ 4969. Permit for movement of vehicles with oversize wheels and tires (Repealed).
1993 Repeal.
Section 4969 was repealed May 20, 1993, P.L.30, No.10, effective in 60 days.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4970 - Permit for movement of construction equipment

§ 4970. Permit for movement of construction equipment.
(a) Utility construction equipment.--
A permit may be issued for the duration of a single construction project, but not exceeding one year, authorizing a public utility or its contractors or subcontractors to move oversized or overweight construction equipment across or upon highways immediately adjacent to the construction site and between the construction site and the base of operations of the utility company, contractor or subcontractor.
(b) Construction trucks.--
(Deleted by amendment).
(b.1) Construction trucks.--
(Deleted by amendment).
(c) Combinations.--
A combination transporting construction equipment under a single trip permit may be driven 24 hours per day, seven days a week outside of the designated urbanized areas, subject to the following conditions:
(1) The equipment being transported is used exclusively for highway construction.
(2) The maximum width of the load and vehicle does not exceed ten feet.
(3) The maximum gross weight of the vehicle and load does not exceed 135,000 pounds.
(4) The vehicle with load must be capable of operating at prevailing speeds.
(5) The outermost limits of the load must be marked with lights as specified by the department.
(6) The permitted vehicle must be followed by a pilot car in accordance with department regulations.
(7) Movement under this subsection is not authorized during inclement weather as defined in department regulations.
(i) (Deleted by amendment).
(ii) (Deleted by amendment).
(d) Construction equipment.--
An annual permit may be issued for the movement of certain types of construction equipment which exceed the maximum width specified in Subchapter B (relating to width, height and length), subject to the following conditions:
(1) The equipment being transported is used for excavating, land clearing, paving or roadbuilding activities.
(2) The maximum width of the load and the vehicle does not exceed 11 feet.
(3) The maximum travel distance does not exceed 125 miles from the place of origin as shown on the permit.
(Oct. 10, 1980, P.L.791, No.147, eff. imd.; May 9, 1986, P.L.163, No.52, eff. imd.; June 11, 1992, P.L.266, No.47, eff. imd.; Dec. 14, 1992, P.L.870, No.139, eff. imd.; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. imd.; June 22, 2001, P.L.559, No.37, eff. 60 days; July 20, 2017, P.L.318, No.24, eff. 60 days)
2017 Amendment.
Act 24 amended subsec. (c)(7).
2001 Amendment.
Act 37 added subsecs. (c) and (d).
1998 Amendment.
Act 151 deleted subsecs. (b) and (b.1).
Cross References.
Section 4970 is referred to in sections 1302, 1943 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4971 - Permit for operation of chemical and fertilizer vehicles (Deleted by amendment)

§ 4971. Permit for operation of chemical and fertilizer vehicles (Deleted by amendment).
1992 Amendment.
Section 4971 was deleted by amendment December 18, 1992, P.L.1411, No.174, effective in 60 days.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4972 - Permits for migrant farm vehicles (Repealed)

§ 4972. Permits for migrant farm vehicles (Repealed).
1993 Repeal.
Section 4972 was repealed May 20, 1993, P.L.30, No.10, effective in 60 days.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4973 - Permits for movement of a mobile home, a manufactured home or a modular housing unit and modular housing undercarriage

§ 4973. Permits for movement of a mobile home, a manufactured home or a modular housing unit and modular housing undercarriage.
(a) General rule.--
A permit may be issued under this section for movement of a mobile home or a modular housing unit that exceeds 14 feet in body width but which does not exceed 16 feet in width.
(b) Conditions.--
A vehicle, combination or load permitted under this section shall be operated under such conditions as specified by the department pursuant to section 4962 (relating to conditions of permits and security for damages). A mobile home or modular housing unit which exceeds 14 feet in body width may not exceed 80 feet, including hitch, in home unit length or 14 feet 6 inches in height.
(c) Equipment.--
In addition to the requirements of this title and departmental regulations, a mobile home that is wider than 14 feet in body width or a modular housing undercarriage which is carrying a modular housing unit that is wider than 14 feet in body width shall be equipped as follows:
(1) the mobile home or modular housing undercarriage shall have at least four axles;
(2) each wheel on a mobile home or modular housing undercarriage shall be equipped with operable brakes; and
(3) the tires on a mobile home or modular housing undercarriage may not carry a weight in excess of the tire manufacturer's rating as marked on the sidewall of the tire.
(d) Pilot cars.--
In addition to the conditions of this title and departmental regulations, a vehicle, combination or load permitted under this section that is wider than 14 feet in body width shall be accompanied by two pilot cars on all highways, with one pilot car leading the permitted motor vehicle and one pilot car following the permitted vehicle or combination.
(e) Restricted travel periods.--
(Deleted by amendment).
(Dec. 7, 1994, P.L.820, No.115, eff. imd.; Dec. 28, 1994, P.L.1450, No.172, eff. 60 days; June 30, 2014, P.L.814, No.85, eff. 60 days)
2014
Amendment.
Act 85 amended the section heading and deleted subsec. (e).
1994 Amendments.
Acts 115 and 172 added section 4973. The amendments by Acts 115 and 172 are identical and therefore have been merged.
Cross References.
Section 4973 is referred to in sections 1944, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4974 - Permit for movement of containerized cargo

§ 4974. Permit for movement of containerized cargo.
(a) General rule.--
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on highways of containerized cargo which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross or maximum axle weights specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). Except as set forth in subsection (b), the weight of any combination permitted under this section shall not exceed 90,000 pounds overall gross weight and 21,000 pounds on any axle. A brake retarder is not required on a combination permitted under this section while the combination is operated within the counties of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia. A vehicle operating under a permit authorized under this section may be driven 24 hours a day, seven days a week, except on holidays and in inclement weather.
(b) Refrigerated meat products.--
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on specified highways of containerized cargo consisting of refrigerated meat products which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight or maximum axle weights specified in Subchapter C, subject to the following conditions:
(1) The vehicle must be a six-axle combination - three-axle truck tractor.
(2) Gross vehicular weight must not exceed 107,500 pounds.
(3) Maximum weight on any axle must not exceed 21,000 pounds.
(4) Specified highways and routes may only be permitted in the counties of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia.
(5) Travel is authorized 24 hours a day, seven days a week, except in inclement weather.
(Dec. 28, 1994, P.L.1450, No.172, eff. 60 days; Feb. 23, 1996, P.L.21, No.8, eff. 60 days; July 11, 1996, P.L.660, No.115, eff. 60 days; July 14, 2005, P.L.285, No.50, eff. 60 days; July 20, 2017, P.L.318, No.24, eff. 60 days)
2017 Amendment.
Act 24 amended subsec. (b)(5).
Cross References.
Section 4974 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4975 - Permit for movement of special mobile equipment

§ 4975. Permit for movement of special mobile equipment.
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the hauling or towing of a piece of special mobile equipment which does not exceed nine feet two inches in width on freeways, provided the permitted vehicle or combination maintains a minimum speed of 40 miles per hour.
(Dec. 20, 1995, P.L.669, No.75, eff. 60 days; Feb. 23, 1996, P.L.21, No.8, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 4975 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4976 - Permit for movement of domestic animal feed and whole or unprocessed grain

§ 4976. Permit for movement of domestic animal feed and whole or unprocessed grain.
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on highways of domestic animal feed and whole or unprocessed grain, in bulk, which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 95,000 pounds overall gross weight and the weight on any nonsteering axle does not exceed 21,000 pounds. No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(Feb. 23, 1996, P.L.21, No.8, eff. 60 days; Nov. 29, 2006, P.L.1449, No.159, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 4976 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4976.1 - Permit for movement of live domestic animals

§ 4976.1. Permit for movement of live domestic animals.
(a) Authorization.--
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on highways of live domestic animals which exceeds the maximum gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). The weight of any combination permitted under this section shall not exceed 95,000 pounds gross weight, and the weight on any nonsteering axle shall not exceed 21,000 pounds. No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(b) Definition.--
As used in this section, the term "domestic animal" shall have the meaning given to it in 3 Pa.C.S. Ch. 23 (relating to domestic animals).
(Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days)
1998 Amendment.
Act 151 added section 4976.1.
Cross References.
Section 4976.1 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4976.2 - Permit for movement of eggs

§ 4976.2. Permit for movement of eggs.
(a) Authorization.--
Except as set forth in subsection (b), all of the following apply:
(1) An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on highways to haul eggs to or from a processor by a combination of vehicles which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles).
(2) On a vehicle permitted under this section:
(i) overall gross weight may not exceed 95,000 pounds; and
(ii) weight on a nonsteering axle may not exceed 21,000 pounds.
(b) Exception.--
No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(Oct. 24, 2012, P.L.1473, No.187, eff. 60 days)
2012
Amendment
.
Act 187 added section 4976.2.
Cross References.
Section 4976.2 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4977 - Permit for movement of wooden structures

§ 4977. Permit for movement of wooden structures.
An annual permit may be issued for the movement on highways of certain wooden structures which exceed the maximum length, width and height specified in Subchapter B (relating to width, height and length), subject to the following conditions:
(1) The overall width, including all appurtenances and overhangs, may not exceed 13 feet.
(2) The overall length may not exceed 90 feet.
(2.1) The overall height may not exceed 13 feet 10 inches.
(3) The wooden structure or structures must be transported on a trailer of a type approved by the department to accommodate the transportation of structures which do not exceed the width, length or height specified in this section.
(4) Movement under this section is limited to roof trusses, wooden utility sheds, gazebos, garages and play equipment. Other components that do not exceed width, length or height specified in this section may be carried in conjunction with movements under this permit.
(July 11, 1996, P.L.660, No.115, eff. 60 days; Dec. 10, 1996, P.L.925, No.149, eff. 60 days; Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; June 25, 1999, P.L.164, No.23, eff. 60 days; Oct. 4, 2002, P.L.845, No.123, eff. 60 days)
2002 Amendment.
Act 123 amended pars. (3) and (4).
Cross References.
Section 4977 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4978 - Permit for movement of building structural components

§ 4978. Permit for movement of building structural components.
A permit may be issued for the duration of a single building construction project, but not exceeding one year, authorizing the movement upon specified highways of nondivisible building structural components, such as precast concrete, roof trusses or wall panels, which exceed the maximum width, height or length specified in Subchapter B (relating to width, height and length) or the maximum gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). Combinations permitted under this section may not exceed 90 feet in length, 13 feet in width, 14 feet 6 inches in height or 116,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
(Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; June 22, 2001, P.L.559, No.37, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 4978 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4979 - Permit for movement of particleboard or fiberboard used in the manufacture of ready-to-assemble furniture

§ 4979. Permit for movement of particleboard or fiberboard used in the manufacture of ready-to-assemble furniture.
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on specified highways of particleboard or fiberboard for use in the manufacture of ready-to-assemble household or office furniture which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). Permits issued under this section shall not exceed a distance of 70 miles. The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 107,000 pounds overall gross weight and shall have the following maximum axle weight limits for all nonsteering axles:
Single axle
21,000 pounds
Tandem axles
42,000 pounds
Tridem axles
53,000 pounds
Quad axles
63,000 pounds
No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; June 22, 2001, P.L.559, No.37, eff. imd.)
Cross References.
Section 4979 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4979.1 - Permit for movement of bulk refined oil

§ 4979.1. Permit for movement of bulk refined oil.
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on specified highways of refined oil in bulk between a refinery and a distribution facility which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). Permits issued under this section shall not exceed a distance of 125 miles. The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 107,000 pounds overall gross weight and shall have the following maximum axle weight limits for all nonsteering axles:
Single axle
21,000 pounds
Tandem axles
42,000 pounds
Tridem axles
53,000 pounds
Quad axles
63,000 pounds
No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Oct. 19, 2010, P.L.557, No.81, eff. 60 days)
2010 Amendment.
The preamble of Act 81 provided that Act 81 may be referred to as the Sgt. Michael C. Weigand Law.
Cross References.
Section 4979.1 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4979.2 - Permit for movement of waste coal, beneficial combustion ash or limestone

§ 4979.2. Permit for movement of waste coal, beneficial combustion ash or limestone.
(a) Waste coal and beneficial combustion ash.--
An annual permit may be issued for the movement on specified highways of waste coal from a refuse pile to a preparation or power production facility or beneficial combustion ash from a power production facility to a reclamation area which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 95,000 pounds overall gross weight, and the weight on any nonsteering axle may not exceed 21,000 pounds. No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(b) Limestone.--
An annual permit may be issued for the movement on specified highways of limestone from a quarry to a power production facility which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C, subject to the following conditions:
(1) The combination must have a minimum of six axles.
(2) The maximum overall gross weight may not exceed 95,000 pounds.
(3) The weight on any nonsteering axle may not exceed 21,000 pounds.
(4) The maximum travel distance may not exceed 100 miles.
(5) No permit may be issued for this type of movement on an interstate highway.
(Dec. 21, 1998, P.L.1126, No.151, eff. 60 days; Dec. 9, 2002, P.L.1278, No.152, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 4979.2 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4979.3 - Permit for movement of float glass or flat glass for use in construction and other end uses

§ 4979.3. Permit for movement of float glass or flat glass for use in construction and other end uses.
(a) General rule.--
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on specified highways of float glass or flat glass for use in construction and other end uses which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles).
(b) Specifications.--
(1) The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 100,000 pounds overall gross weight, shall be a five axle combination - three axle truck tractor and shall have the following maximum axle weight limits for all axles:
Steering axles
12,000 pounds
Truck tractor tandem axles
44,000 pounds
with a maximum of
22,500 pounds on
either axle in the
group
Semitrailer tandem axles
44,000 pounds
with a maximum of
22,500 pounds on either axle in the group
(2) The spacing between axle 1 and axle 2 must be a minimum of 15 feet.
(3) The center-to-center distance between the last drive axle of the truck tractor and the first axle of the semitrailer must be a minimum of 31 feet 6 inches.
(4) The spacing between tandem axles must be a minimum of 4 feet 4 inches for the truck tractor and 5 feet 2 inches for the semitrailer.
(c) Operation limitations.--
(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), a vehicle operating under a permit authorized under this section may be driven 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
(2) Movement under this paragraph is not authorized during any of the following:
(i) A holiday period specified in department regulations or in the permit.
(ii) Inclement weather, as defined in department regulations.
(d) Interstate highways.--
No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(June 25, 1999, P.L.164, No.23, eff. 60 days; June 22, 2001, P.L.559, No.37, eff. 60 days)
2001 Amendment.
Act 37 amended subsec. (b).
1999 Amendment.
Act 23 added section 4979.3.
Cross References.
Section 4979.3 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4979.4 - Permit for movement of self-propelled cranes

§ 4979.4. Permit for movement of self-propelled cranes.
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on specified highways of self-propelled cranes which exceed the maximum width, height or length specified in Subchapter B (relating to width, height and length) or the maximum vehicle gross or maximum axle weights specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles).
(June 25, 1999, P.L.164, No.23, eff. 60 days; June 22, 2001, P.L.559, No.37, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 4979.4 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4979.5 - Permit for movement of nonhazardous liquid glue

§ 4979.5. Permit for movement of nonhazardous liquid glue.
An annual permit may be issued authorizing the movement on specified highways of nonhazardous liquid glue in bulk between a chemical plant and a particleboard or fiberboard manufacturing facility which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). Permits issued under this section shall not exceed a distance of 75 miles. The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 105,000 pounds overall gross weight and shall have the following maximum axle weight limits for all nonsteering axles:
Single axle
21,000 pounds
Tandem axles
42,000 pounds
Tridem axles
53,000 pounds
Quad axles
63,000 pounds
No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(Oct. 19, 2010, P.L.557, No.81, eff. 60 days)
2010 Amendment.
Act 81 added section 4979.5. The preamble of Act 81 provided that Act 81 may be referred to as the Sgt. Michael C. Weigand Law.
Cross References.
Section 4979.5 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4979.6 - Permit for movement of waste tires

§ 4979.6. Permit for movement of waste tires.
An annual permit may be issued for the movement on specified highways of waste tires and tire derived-fuel, chipped tires, from a refuse pile to a preparation or power production facility which exceeds the maximum vehicle gross weight specified in Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). The weight of any vehicle permitted under this section may not exceed 95,000 pounds overall gross weight, and the weight on any nonsteering axle may not exceed 21,000 pounds. No permit may be issued for this type of movement upon an interstate highway.
(Oct. 19, 2010, P.L.557, No.81, eff. 60 days)
2010 Amendment.
Act 81 added section 4979.6. The preamble of Act 81 provided that Act 81 may be referred to as the Sgt. Michael C. Weigand Law.
Cross References.
Section 4979.6 is referred to in sections 1943, 4962 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4982 - Reducing or readjusting loads of vehicles

§ 4982. Reducing or readjusting loads of vehicles.
(a) Violation of weight limitations.--
If the gross weight or the weight upon any wheel, tire, axle or group of axles of a vehicle or combination exceeds the maximum allowed, the driver shall reduce or readjust the load so that the gross weight and the weight upon each wheel, tire, axle or group of axles will not exceed the maximum weights permitted under this chapter.
(b) Violation of size limitations.--
If the load upon any vehicle or combination is such that the size limitations of this chapter are exceeded, the driver shall reduce or reposition the load so that it does not exceed the size limitations.
(c) Load adjustment to avoid prosecution.--
If the gross weight of the vehicle or combination does not exceed the maximum allowable gross weight plus 3% tolerance for scale error and the weight upon any axle or group of axles is in excess of the maximum allowable axle weight, the operator shall be allowed four hours to adjust the position of the load so that the weight upon all wheels, tires, axles and groups of axles does not exceed the maximum allowable weights plus 3% tolerance for scale error as authorized in section 4981(c) (relating to weighing and measurement of vehicles). If the load is so rearranged no arrest shall be made or prosecution brought for violation of Subchapter C (relating to maximum weights of vehicles). The provisions of this subsection shall not apply to any loads which exceed the amount of weight for which a permit was issued.
(d) Load incapable of reduction.--
If the load on any vehicle or combination is such that it is incapable of reduction or dismemberment and is otherwise eligible to move under permit as provided in Subchapter D (relating to special permits for excessive size and weight), a valid permit shall be obtained before any further movement of a vehicle or combination in violation of the limitations of this chapter.
(e) Responsibility of owner or driver.--
All material unloaded and any vehicle or combination parked awaiting a permit shall be cared for by the owner or driver at the risk of the owner or driver.
(July 8, 1986, P.L.432, No.90, eff. imd.)
1986 Amendment.
Act 90 amended subsec. (c).
Cross References.
Section 4982 is referred to in sections 4945, 4981 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 49 - Size, Weight and Load › Section 4983 - Penalty for failure to obey police officer (Repealed)

§ 4983. Penalty for failure to obey police officer (Repealed).
1985 Repeal.
Section 4983 was repealed June 19, 1985, P.L.49, No.20, effective in 60 days.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Extra - Chapter Notes

Enactment.
Chapter 61 was added June 17, 1976, P.L.162, No.81, effective July 1, 1977, unless
            otherwise noted.
Cross References.
Chapter 61 is referred to in section 6309.2 of this title.
Cross References.
Subchapter C is referred to in section 102 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6101 - Applicability and uniformity of title

§ 6101. Applicability and uniformity of title.
(a) Requirement.--
The provisions of this title shall be applicable and uniform throughout this Commonwealth and in all political subdivisions in this Commonwealth, and no local authority shall enact or enforce any ordinance on a matter covered by the provisions of this title unless expressly authorized.
(b) Sanctions.--
When a court of competent jurisdiction determines and notifies the department that an ordinance adopted by a local authority is in violation of subsection (a), commencing 40 days following entry of a final order, unless an appeal has been timely filed with a court of record, the following sanctions apply until the local authority repeals or substantially amends the ordinance to remove the language that was found to be in violation of subsection (a):
(1) Suspension of unobligated capital expenditures for bridges and highways.
(2) Suspension of allocation under the act of June 1, 1956 (1955 P.L.1944, No.655), referred to as the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law.
(3) Suspension of allocation and apportionment under section 9010(c.1) (relating to disposition and use of tax).
(4) Suspension of expenditures from the special fund into which allocations under the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law are deposited, unless a contract for the work that is the subject of the expenditure has been fully executed or the moneys have been otherwise obligated.
(c) Suspended funds.--
Upon notification that the local authority has repealed or substantially amended the ordinance to remove the language that was found to be in violation of subsection (a), the department shall immediately end all sanctions against the local authority and return all suspended funds to the local authority.
(Oct. 24, 2012, P.L.1473, No.187, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 6101 is referred to in sections 3316, 9010 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6102 - Powers and duties of department and local authorities

§ 6102. Powers and duties of department and local authorities.
(a) Department.--
The department is charged with the duty of administering the provisions of this title and of all laws the administration of which is now or hereafter vested in the department.
(b) Local authorities.--
Local authorities may exercise the powers granted in this chapter only by duly enacted ordinances of their governing bodies.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6103.1 - Exemption from additional requirements for highway occupancy permits for agricultural purposes

§ 6103.1. Exemption from additional requirements for highway occupancy permits for agricultural purposes.
The department shall waive all additional requirements for a highway occupancy permit in a fifth through eighth class county when all of the following conditions exist:
(1) The State highway has an overall width of at least 33 feet.
(2) Not more than 25 combination vehicles per week will access the highway.
(3) The lack of sufficient land is not the result of a subdivision within ten years by the applicant.
(4) The waiver is necessary for the expansion or creation of an agricultural operation which lacks other highway access points that could be permitted without waiver.
(5) The applicant does not hold fee simple title to land necessary to provide access without this waiver.
(6) The State highway has an average daily travel of less than 6,500 vehicles per day.
(7) The highway access point has a sight distance of at least 500 feet.
(Dec. 8, 2004, P.L.1791, No.237, eff. 150 days; July 10, 2006, P.L.1086, No.113, eff. 60 days)
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6104 - Administrative duties of department

§ 6104. Administrative duties of department.
(a) Forms.--
The department shall prescribe and provide suitable forms of applications, certificates of title, registration cards, drivers' licenses and all other forms requisite or deemed necessary to carry out the provisions of this title and any other laws the administration of which is vested in the department.
(b) Review of applications.--
The department shall examine and determine the genuineness, regularity and legality of every application for registration of a vehicle, for a certificate of title, and for a driver's license and of any other application lawfully made to the department, and may in all cases make investigation as may be deemed necessary or require additional information, and shall reject any application if not satisfied of the genuineness, regularity or legality of the application or the truth of any statement contained in the application, or for any other reason when authorized by law.
(c) Investigations.--
The department may make necessary and reasonable investigations to procure information required to enforce the provisions of this title and department regulations.
(d) Retention of records.--
The department shall promulgate rules setting forth the minimum amount of time that must elapse before the department may destroy records acquired, established or maintained under this title.
(e) Furnishing documents and information.--
The department may supply copies of and information concerning registrations, titles and security interests of vehicles and such statistical data as it may deem to be in the public interest.
(f) Furnishing information to municipal police departments and sheriffs' offices.--
The department shall regularly transmit to each municipal police department and sheriff's office a list of the names of persons residing within its jurisdiction whose operating privilege or registration has been suspended or revoked.
(Feb. 7, 1990, P.L.11, No.6, eff. 60 days)
1990 Amendment.
Act 6 added subsec. (f).
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6105 - Department to prescribe traffic and engineering investigations

§ 6105. Department to prescribe traffic and engineering investigations.
The department may establish by regulation the manner in which traffic and engineering investigations shall be carried out. The department may specify particular actions which require traffic and engineering investigations. No action shall become effective until the investigation has been properly completed.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6105.1 - Designation of highway safety corridors

§ 6105.1. Designation of highway safety corridors.
The department, based upon a traffic and engineering investigation, shall have the power to designate a segment of a highway as a highway safety corridor.
(Dec. 23, 2002, P.L.1982, No.229, eff. 6 months)
2002 Amendment.
Act 229 added section 6105.1.
Cross References.
Section 6105.1 is referred to in section 3326 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6105.2 - Designation of litter enforcement corridors

§ 6105.2. Designation of litter enforcement corridors.
Litter enforcement corridors shall be designated as follows:
(1) The department shall have the power to designate a segment of any State highway.
(2) A political subdivision shall have the ability to petition the department to designate a segment of any State highway that is located within the political subdivision's physical boundaries.
(3) A political subdivision shall have the ability to designate any local road, by authority granted in section 6109 (relating to specific powers of department and local authorities).
(4) All scenic highways, as designated by 74 Pa.C.S. Ch. 83 (relating to scenic highways), shall be deemed litter enforcement corridors.
(June 28, 2018, P.L.429, No.62, eff. 6 months)
2018 Amendment. Act 62 added section 6105.2.
Cross References.
Section 6105.2 is referred to in sections 3329, 6109 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6106 - Designation of emergency vehicles by Pennsylvania State Police

§ 6106. Designation of emergency vehicles by Pennsylvania State Police.
(a) General rule.--
The Pennsylvania State Police may designate any vehicle or group of vehicles as emergency vehicles upon a finding that the designation is necessary to the preservation of life or property or to the execution of emergency governmental functions.
(a.1) Exception.--
Vehicles designated as emergency vehicles under this section shall not display or be equipped with a combination of red and blue lights.
(b) Manner and carrying of designation.--
The designation shall be in writing and the written designation shall be carried in the vehicle at all times.
(June 26, 2001, P.L.734, No.75, eff. 60 days)
Cross References.
Section 6106 is referred to in sections 102, 4572 of this title.
2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes › Title 75 - VEHICLES › Chapter 61 - Powers of Department and Local Authorities › Section 6107 - Designation of authorized vehicles by department

§ 6107. Designation of authorized vehicles by department.
The department may designate any vehicle or group of vehicles as authorized vehicles upon a finding that the vehicle is used in the performance of public service or governmental functions. Duly authorized vehicles shall be exempted from certain provisions of this title as specified in regulations promulgated by the department.
Cross References.
Section 6107 is referred to in sections 4572, 4573 of this title.