Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 740 - DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, MOTOR CARRIER TRANSPORTATION DIVISION
Division 100 - VEHICLES, DRIVER, EQUIPMENT: EQUIPMENT REQUIRED AND CONDITION OF VEHICLES
Section 740-100-0230 - Use of Trailers Prohibited

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 740-100-0230

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024

(1) Except as described in subsections (2) or (3) of this rule, a trailer or other vehicle may not be attached to a passenger carrying commercial motor vehicle without special authorization from the Department.

(2) This rule does not require special authorization for a commercial motor vehicle transporting passengers to be operated with a trailer if:

(a) The trailer does not exceed 8,000 pounds gross weight;

(b) Operations do not exceed the manufacturer's gross combined weight rating for the combination; and

(c) No passengers are allowed to be transported in the trailer.

(3) This rule does not prohibit use of semitrailer equipment specially designated for carrying passengers.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 823.011 & 825.252

Stats. Implemented: ORS 825.210 & 825.255

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