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Heavy vehicle modifications

An image of a b-double. Complex modifications to heavy vehicles and trailers over 4.5 tonne GVM/ATM (Gross Vehicle Mass/Aggregate Trailer Mass) can be certified by approved persons, providing the modifications have been performed in accordance with the National Code of Practice for Heavy Vehicle Modifications — Vehicle Standards Bulletin 6*. This national standard is available for free from the federal Department of Infrastructure and Transport*.

The Approved Persons Handbook for Heavy Vehicle Modifications is attached below. The Heavy Vehicle Modification Scheme covers modifications and certification of heavy vehicles in Queensland.

Specific vehicle ratings used in Queensland are contained within the Code of Practice – Commercial Vehicle Modifications and are in addition to the modifications provided in the National Code of Practice for Heavy Vehicle Modifications – Vehicle Standards Bulletin 6.

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Last reviewed: 27 March 2012