The bill amends RCW 46.44.030 to update the length restrictions for various types of vehicles operating on public highways in Washington State. Notably, 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. The bill introduces new provisions for fifth-wheel travel trailers, allowing those with a single axle to be up to 38 feet in length from the kingpin to the rearmost axle, and those with two or more axles to be up to 40 feet in length under the same measurement criteria.

Additionally, the bill revises the length limits for combinations of tractors and semitrailers, as well as truck and trailer combinations, increasing the maximum lengths to 53 feet and 75 feet, respectively. It also clarifies that certain combinations of trailers or semitrailers that do not exceed 26,000 pounds and are used for inventory purposes are exempt from some length restrictions. The bill further defines "fifth-wheel travel trailer" to specify its design and intended use, ensuring clarity in the regulations surrounding these types of vehicles.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 46.44.030