6 5 4 3 2 1

2100 (7ft trailer)*

715**
50
D D

centre of load area

Single Axle

wheel centre
365**

1100 (front load space)* 1000 (rear overhang)*

C C
What the law says:
Rear Overhang must be equal or less than Front
Load Space and must not exceed 3.7m (VSB par
2700 (9ft trailer)*
7.2)
840** 840**
100

centre of load area

Tandem Axle
B B

wheel centre
±965**
NOTES:
1450 (front load space)* 1250 (rear overhang)*
* For trailer sizes shown. Will vary for other trailer sizes.
** May vary depending on suspension make and model.
1. Rear overhang position is important as it is not only required
by law, but also provides for a well balanced trailer and
Date Created
A improved road handling characteristics.
Designed by Checked by Approved by Material
A
DvD 14/03/2009
2. Suspension shown is typical of shackle mounted leaf sprung
trailer suspension. Suspension Installation
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