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Australian road transport regulations allow for a maximum road weight limit of 42,500kg, which covers the combined weight of both the truck, trailer, container and cargo.

 General Purpose
20 Foot (28m3)		General Purpose
40 Foot (56m3)		General Purpose
40 Foot HC (66m3)
Container Weight2,230kg3,700kg3,970kg
Standard Truck Weight14,000kg14,000kg14,000kg
Sideloader Truck Weight21,000kg21,000kg21,000kg

Maximum Weight of cargo that can be loaded (NETT WEIGHT)

 General Purpose
20 Foot (28m3)		General Purpose
40 Foot (56m3)		General Purpose
40 Foot HC (66m3)
Standard Truck26,270kg24,800kg24,530kg
Sideloader Truck19,270kg17,800kg17,530kg

All specifications and average weights shown on this page should be used as a guide only. Variations may arise due to truck / trailer configuration, load distribution and road regulation based in each state. Please contact us to provide exact specifications based on your specific requirements and carrier.

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