Axle load control

Introduction
Road transport plays a vital role in the socio-economic development of most countries. Almost 80 to
90% of freight and passenger movements are done by road transport. To attain an acceptable level of
road transport efficiency, maintenance and management of our road infrastructure, the level of axle
overloading must be controlled.
Axle load control programme seeks to reduce overloading on our roads thereby achieving the life and
reducing road traffic crashes.

BENEFITS OF COMPLYING WITH PRESCRIBE AXLE LOAD LIMITS

Limiting of axle loading to the prescribed limits will provide the following benefits to the country,
transporters and drivers:
• Improved road safety

• Reduced road maintenance cost

• Prolonged the lifespan of the roads

• Prolonged the lifespan of haulage vehicles