This bill amends RCW 46.44.030 to update the length restrictions for various types of vehicles operating on public highways in Washington State. The overall length limit for most vehicles is set at 40 feet, with specific exceptions for certain vehicles such as municipal transit vehicles, travel trailers, and articulated auto stages, which have increased length allowances. Notably, the bill introduces specific provisions for fifth-wheel travel trailers, allowing those with a single axle to measure up to 38 feet and those with two or more axles to measure up to 40 feet from the kingpin to the rearmost axle, regardless of their overall length.

Additionally, the bill revises length limits for combinations of tractors and semitrailers, increasing the maximum length from 53 to 53 feet, and for combinations of two trailers, raising the limit from 61 to 61 feet. It also updates the maximum overall length for truck and trailer combinations from 75 to 75 feet. The bill clarifies that certain devices that enhance safety or energy conservation are excluded from length calculations, and it defines "fifth-wheel travel trailer" to specify its design and mounting requirements.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 46.44.030