Article 60 Longer semi-trailers – other construction requirementsF1

A longer semi-trailer must have a minimum of three axles, one of which must be capable of steering.

Where the maximum authorised weight of a vehicle combination determined in accordance with Schedule 2 of the Authorised Weight Regulations exceeds 38000kg and that combination includes a longer semi-trailer, the longer semi-trailer must be equipped with an on-board weighing device.

In paragraph (2), “on-board weighing device” means a device capable of determining either the weight of the longer semi-trailer or its axle weights.

A load carried by a longer semi-trailer must not have a rearward projection.