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BRIDGE THEORY An independent German organisation, the BGA (Bundesverband des
22nd March 2007, Page 52
22nd March 2007
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Deutschen Gross end Aussenhandels), which is lobbying for LHVs, says that, as test results show in Holland, the vehicles do not do more damage to roads and bridges.
Such vehicles must have twin-drive axles and a greater number of trailer axles. This spreads the weight distribution across the vehicle and results in each individual axle putting less pressure on the road surface, resulting in less wear.
The BGA says there will be no increase in bridge wear because current theories do not take into account the fact that three current trucks convert into two LHVs (see graphic). It also doesn't consider that a bridge packed with 40-tonners will not weigh any less than one full of 60-tonners. due to their increased length.