Quote Originally Posted by kurt
i think the answer is simple (though its not an expert opinion) but i used to work for a logistics firm and was recently also a trucker myself so i know trucks and roads.

for containerized cargo at least, the answer is to use a 3 axle chassis on 40ft containers. its the standard used by our principal at hongkong and other countries. as the rule states "13.5 tons per axel". from a 18wheller truck to 22 wheeler truck.

for a typical laden 40ft container weight is 30tons, using the ordinary common 2 axle chassis thats 15 tons per axle. its breaking the law. divde that 30tons to each 3 axles, thn the load is distributed as 10 tons per axle. less stress on the point the wheels touches the road.

to correctly follow the anti overloading rule, truckers must invest on 3axle chassis. and more tires. i know they can be a big big expense but i believe its in everybody's interest if that law is followed.
kurt, i admire your thinking there. kudos!

for the greater good :D