New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 18 - TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS
Chapter 3 - MOTOR CARRIER GENERAL PROVISIONS
Part 12 - TOWING SERVICES
Section 18.3.12.13 - CLASS D TOWING EQUIPMENT

Universal Citation: 18 NM Admin Code 18.3.12.13

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A class D towing service shall maintain equipment adequate to transport trailers, semi-trailers, trucks, truck-tractors and other vehicles, provided that the total gross weight of the vehicle, special equipment, special bodies and lading shall exceed 25,001 pounds. Unless otherwise specifically restricted by its operating authority, a class D towing service may also render class A, class B, or class C service but must charge the tariffed rates for class A or class B or class C service when it does so and must use class D equipment.

A. Tow truck specifications:

(1) Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) rating of not less than 49,000 pounds;

(2) Manual transmission;

(3) Dual axle (tandem) rear wheels;

(4) Minimum of 120" cab to axle length;

(5) Full air brakes constructed so as to lock power wheels upon air failure.

B. Towing equipment specifications:

(1) Lifting capacity of not less than 25 tons;

(2) Combined winching capacity of not less than 25 tons;

(3) 5/8" cable for winch;

(4) Tow bar, cradle or sling attachment, under reach or roll-back vehicle carrier.

C. Use of lowboy: A towing service may use a tractor to tow a trailer when the trailer is part of a damaged or disabled unit. A towing service may use a lowboy when a tractor, trailer, or other class D vehicle cannot be towed by a tractor. A towing service may transport the contents of a damaged or disabled unit by means of a carrier or trailer when appropriate.

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