MCSAP

Frequently asked questions concerning the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program and commercial motor vehicles.

What is the legal height in Kansas?

The legal height is 14 feet tallexcept for cylindrically shaped (round) hay bales, for which the maximum height 14 ½ feet tall. (KSA 8-1904)

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What are the laws concerning window tint on commercial vehicles

Federal law prohibits window tint on the front side windows and windshield less than 70% light transmission (49 CFR §393.60).Kansas law (KSA 8-1749a) prohibits window tint on vehicles that require Kansas registration with less than 35% light transmission on all windows (front, side, back, windshield).  The tint may not extend beyond the AS1 line on

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MCSAP: What is a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV)

Simply stated, if you use your vehicle to make money or other compensation, it may be considered a CMV, as defined by 49 CFR §390.5TCommercial motor vehicle means any self-propelled or towed motor vehicle used on a highway in interstate commerce to transport passengers or property when the vehicle - Has a gross vehicle weight rating

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What is the legal width in Kansas?

Generally, the legal width is 8 ½ feet (102 inches). There are some exceptions for farm tractors, hay bales, etc. found in KSA 8-1902.

What is the legal width in Kansas?2022-10-31T15:37:15-05:00

What can I legally haul on a farm license plate?

KSA 8-142 and 8-143 describes what a farm tag can be used to legally haul.  Any activities outside of the statute would be in violation of the farm tag.8-142. Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful for any person to commit any of the following acts and except as otherwise provided, violation is subject to penalties

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What is the benefit to a vehicle that meets the Covered Farm Vehicle definition?

A vehicle meeting the requirements of the Covered Farm Vehicle (CFV) definition with GVWR/GCWR/GVW/GCW of 26,001 lbs. or less may use the exception anywhere in the United States. A CFV with a GVWR/GCWR/GVW/GCW of 26,002 lbs. or more may use the exception in the state of registration, or within 150 air miles of the farm

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What is the definition of Agricultural Commodity?

Agricultural Commodity means: Any agricultural commodity, non-processed food, feed, fiber, or livestock as defined in this section. As used in this definition, the term "any agricultural commodity" means horticultural products at risk of perishing, or degrading in quality, during transport by commercial motor vehicle, including plants, sod, flowers, shrubs, ornamentals, seedlings, live trees, and

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How is the log book handled for an Agricultural Commodity?

Drivers hauling certain agricultural commodities are not subject to hours of service regulations (i.e., log books).All drivers and motor carriers subject to the federal commercial vehicle regulations are subject to hours of service.  However, several exemptions exist, one of which is found in 49 CFR §395.1(k), related to agricultural commodities.  (k) Agricultural operations. The provisions

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Are there certain times or conditions when an oversize load may not operate?

Yes.  Vehicles operating under the provision of a special permit that exceed length or width limitations shall not operate during the time period between 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, unless specifically authorized under another statute or regulation. (KSA 8-1911(m))Oversize and overweight loads shall not be transported when visibility is less than

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