Bedlam wrote:
In WA, it is based on your registered GVWR: https://app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=204-24-050
Well, yes and no. As noted on the other post, who knows how they are going to tell how much you weigh. My guess is it probably isn’t going to matter unless you wreck or get stuck on the interstate.
I’m just glad they make it clear. :D. Here’s another Washington reference.
https://www.wsdot.com/winter/tires-chains.htm.
4WD/AWD and chains
4WD/AWD vehicles (under 10,000 pounds) do not need chains installed during "chains required" notices, but drivers still must carry chains with them in case conditions worsen and they're required to install chains during a "chains required on all vehicles" notice.
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Non-commercial vehicles and trailers, RVs, etc.
Vehicle, trailer and load combinations that are under 10,000 pounds must follow regular chain requirements. Vehicle, trailer and load combinations that are more than 10,000 pounds must chain up when "chains required" is posted - even if 4WD/AWD. Consult Commercial vehicles chain requirements for chain placement - which is required based on weight not type of vehicle.