From February 1, 2026, the rules governing the weight of loads carried by trucks in Norway will change. Vehicles that were previously limited to a weight of 50 tons will be able to carry heavier loads. 

From February, weight limits will be increased depending on the type of vehicle:

• Trucks powered by diesel or other fossil fuels will be able to weigh up to 54–55 tons.

• Trucks powered by biogas will be able to weigh up to 55–56 tons.

• Zero-emission and electric trucks will be able to weigh up to 56 tons.

These changes mainly apply to trucks with 6 or 7 axles. The new rules will apply to roads where the increased weight does not compromise traffic safety, i.e., almost the entire national road network, 60% of county roads, and 20% of municipal roads.

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