Heavy Vehicle Information Hub
Welcome to our Heavy Vehicle Information Hub.
Here, you’ll find all the key details regarding compliance, vehicle classifications, and weight regulations for heavy freight vehicles. We’ve provided quick links to essential resources from the NHVR (National Heavy Vehicle Regulator) below for easy access.
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Classes of Heavy Vehicles.
The Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) classifies heavy vehicles into three categories to regulate access for different vehicle types.
This chart highlights some of the most common heavy vehicle combinations within each class as outlined in the HVNL. It is not an exhaustive list of all heavy vehicle configurations in Australia, and other combinations exist that are not shown here.
The chart provides examples from the three vehicle classes for reference only. For official definitions, please consult the relevant sections of the HVNL.
Common Heavy Freight Vehicle Configurations
Here is a chart showing the common types of heavy freight vehicles and their weight capacities. You can click on the image to view a larger version.
Chain of Responsiblity.
The Chain of Responsibility ensures that all parties in the transport supply chain are accountable for heavy vehicle safety. This includes the primary duty, executive due diligence duty, other duties, regulatory advice, resources, and FAQ's.
Click the link below for more details.