Projecting load on the vehicle: this must be observed!

Recently updated on December 7, 2021 at 11:32 am

Everyone knows the problem, visits to the hardware store are once again limited by the loading volume of their own car. Some planned projects turn into an adventure so quickly. But not just shopping at the hardware store, moving or vacationing with the whole family. Your own car quickly becomes a overloaded transport device. But every gap in the car should not just be filled. When loading a vehicle is always Caution commanded. It gets particularly exciting when the car not has sufficient storage space for the cargo. And not only small cars are affected here. Long boards or Squared timbers from the hardware store are sometimes extremely difficult to find in the otherwise spacious family carriages. And that also applies to Pieces of furniture, Sports equipment or the traditional one Weihnachtsbaum. Almost every driver has already reached the limits of the loading volume when loading the vehicle.

Just leave the tailgate open?

In such a case, the remedy is simply to transport it opened tailgate or simply pack the load on the vehicle roof. As this type of transportation though with particular caution is to be carried out, let's take a look at which one Regulate must be observed for the transport of large and bulky objects.

Transport of protruding cargo - what should be considered?

First of all that Road traffic regulations allowed transport with protruding cargo. So nothing stands in the way of this. To ensure that this transport is safe and that there are no accidents or fines, a few points should be observed. In particular, the width and height of a vehicle are only allowed can be changed to a limited extent:

• A vehicle, including its load, may have a width of 2,5 m and the height of 4 m not exceed. Vehicles used in agriculture and forestry are excluded.
• If trailers are part of the party, the length of the entire train may be 20,75 m do not exceed.
• At a vehicle height under 2,5 m, The load may only protrude to the front by 0,5m respectively.
• The load overhang to the rear of the vehicle, as well as a trailer, is maximum 1,5 m.
• Is the distance to be traveled less than 100 km, up to 3 m overhang Loading.

In addition to these specifications for width, height and length, there are, however further pointswhich must be observed when loading a vehicle with bulky cargo. The most important aspect is compliance the permissible total weight and possibly the roof load to call. It is essential to look at these data before loading. In addition, the loaded cargo is allowed save Lighting equipment or the license plate concealed become. When loading the roof, it is imperative that the manufacturer's information be added to any Fixed points for attachment be respected. Because in the event of violations due to insufficient load securing, there is a rapid threat Warning or fine. This applies not only to breaches of cargo securing, but also to all other points. If there is also an accident, insurance cover may even be omitted. Therefore cargo and freight are essential Transport safely and properly. More information is available in our article "Roof transport: it can go up on the vehicle roof!".

Projecting cargo? Transport safely with marking!

That a load, whether bulky or fits into the vehicle, gesichert must be, should be out of the question. It applies that loaded cargo may be in the vehicle never move or suddenly swerve sideways while driving. This applies not only to normal driving, but especially to evasive maneuvers or sudden emergency braking! These safety measures may protect human life! The securing can be released quickly using tension belts. This also applies in the trunk! Because loose cargo quickly turns into a dangerous projectile even in the trunk when emergency braking occurs! In addition to securing the load, bulky freight must also be marked .

In the case of an overhanging load, which more than 1 m protrudes beyond the rear light is one Visual aid to attach. To do this, a 20 x 30 cm orange / red flag be used. Alternatively, there is also a red shield of similar size, or a cylindrical body in the same warning color at least 35 cm in diameter are permitted. It is important that the visual aid should be used not be installed higher than 1,5 m above the roadway. This is the only way to ensure that other road users can also be warned.

Incidentally, this also applies to Christmas trees

If you consider the aspects listed above, transporting long, bulky goods in your own car is no problem either. So when you next visit the hardware store, move or go on holiday, think about the points listed here and nothing should stand in the way of a safe journey, at least based on the load or freight.

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