N.M. Admin. Code § 18.3.12.11 - CLASS B TOWING EQUIPMENT

A class B towing service shall maintain equipment adequate to transport passenger cars, trailers, semi-trailers, trucks and truck-tractors, provided that the total gross weight of vehicle, special equipment, special bodies and lading shall exceed 8,001 pounds, but shall not exceed 12,000 pounds. Unless otherwise specifically restricted by its operating authority, a class B towing service may also render class A service but must charge the tariffed rates for class A service when it does so and must use classs B equipment.

A. Tow truck specifications:

(1) GVW rating of not less than 11,000 pounds;

(2) Minimum of 60" cab to axle length;

(3) Dual rear wheels;

(4) Automatic or manual transmission.

B. Towing equipment specifications:

(1) Lifting capacity of not less than eight tons;

(2) Winching capacity of not less than eight tons;

(3) 3/8" cable for winch;

(4) Tow bar, cradle, or sling attachment, under reach, or roll-back vehicle carrier.

C. Vehicle carrier truck specifications:

(1) GVW of not less than 14,000 pounds;

(2) Minimum of 108" cab to axle length;

(3) Dual rear wheels;

(4) Automatic or manual transmission.

D. Vehicle carrier bed specifications:

(1) Minimum of 17' of length;

(2) Winching capacity of not less than four tons;

(3) 3/8" cable for winch.

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N.M. Admin. Code § 18.3.12.11

18.3.12.11 NMAC - Rp, SCC Rule 267.06, 12-30-02, Amended by New Mexico Register, Volume XXVI, Issue 03 February 13, 2015, eff. 2/13/2015, Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXVIII, Issue 05, March 14, 2017, eff. 3/14/2017, Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024