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208 Rear overhang limit
(1) The rear overhang limit for a semi-trailer or a dog trailer is the lesser of the following—
(a) 60% of the distance between the point of articulation at the front and the rear overhang line;
(2) The rear overhang limit for a trailer with a single axle group or single axle, other than a semi-trailer, is the lesser of the following—
(a) the length of the load carrying area, or body, ahead of the rear overhang line;
(3) The rear overhang limit for a vehicle not referred to in subregulation (1) or (2) is the lesser of the following—
(a) 60% of the distance between the centre of the front axle and the rear overhang line;