Section 308.13. Leveling bars.  


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  • The strength rating of each leveling bar, or part of such unit, shall be not less than:
    (1)  Longitudinal tension—gross load of trailer-type vehicle in pounds x 3
    (2)  Longitudinal compression—gross load of trailer-type vehicle in pounds x 3
    (3)  Transverse thrust—gross load of trailer-type vehicle in pounds x 1
    (4)  Vertical tension—gross load of trailer-type vehicle in pounds x 1.3
    (5)  Vertical compression—gross load of trailer-type vehicle in pounds x 1.3
History: Cr. Register, July, 1968, No. 151 , eff. 8-1-68; renum. from MVD 8.13, Register, September, 1980, No. 297 , eff. 10-1-80.