RV and trailer lenght.

I have seen quite a few longer Class A's pulling trailers that clearly exceed the max length requirements. It is probably something that doesn't always attract the attention of law enforcement, but if you get in a serious accident you can bet it's something that will be checked.

caou_26 wrote:
I have a 40 ft RV and will be pulling a 32 ft trailer. 80 ft total lenght.
Is that legal?

Just curious on your math, 40 and 32 is only 72 feet. Is the extra 8 feet all in the hitch? Have you measured everything? Usually the hitch is not 8 feet long. 72' is too long anyway, but the closer you are to the limit the less chance you will be checked.

40 ft RV 32 ft trailer 6 ft trailer tongue and 2 ft hitch on RV

80' combined RV / trailer--

I suspect you will have issues in finding RV Parks that accommodate 80':(:(:(

Actually no I won't have problem with finding RV campgrounds. The ones that I stay at will accommodate up to 90ft. Another I just have to unhook the trailer.

In CA it is 65' and I heard the stories about CHP carrying tape measures with them.
Than in Oregon I see semi tractors triple pulling so it is going to be state to state adventure.
In CA also cargo trailer above 10,000 lb GVW require CDL.

Every CHP car has a roll tape in the trunk..and yes, it's used....Dennis

Just wondering.....why?

In a case like this don't you have to comply with your home State law and not each individual State you travel in? There was one State that allowed 80 ft. Looks like you are moving your residence!

gemert wrote:
In a case like this don't you have to comply with your home State law and not each individual State you travel in? There was one State that allowed 80 ft. Looks like you are moving your residence!

Sorry, but that is NOT the case. The ONLY items that have reciprocity between states is your DL, registration and insurance requirements. ALL other motor vehicle laws and regulations are state specific to the state you are driving in or through.