Hey everyone,
So, I read somewhere (specifically CDX Learning Systems - Fundamentals of Medium/Heavy Duty Commercial Systems 2nd edition) that a truck does not require parking brakes on both axles if it is less than 52000 GVW and does need them on both if it’s over that.
Does anyone have any information in state law, FMCSR or otherwise that backs this up? Everywhere I look simply states that parking brakes are required on all axles no matter what.
Thanks guys!
Parking Brake requirement for Trucks above or below 52000 GVW
Discussion in 'Motor Carrier Questions - The Inside Scoop' started by 300Foxes, Feb 29, 2024.
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Scroll down to S5.6.1, gets you this :
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A big issue with only 1 axle having a parking brake is if a spring breaks or 1 brake is out of adjustment . You are now relying on 1 brake to hold all your weight. I don’t know the cost to upgrade to 2 axles but it would be worth it especially if you park on a icy slope.
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