Jerry cans on rear of caravans
Submitted: Wednesday, Mar 11, 2015 at 17:15
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Member - Bob P Boots6 (Vic)
Hi could anyone tell me if jerry cans are allowed on the rear of caravans
Reply By: pop2jocem - Wednesday, Mar 11, 2015 at 18:56
Wednesday, Mar 11, 2015 at 18:56
G'day Bob,
As said it's not the smartest thing to do, adding extra weight on the rear of your van. It can effect the balance. Having said that, you do see a lot of vans with all sorts of things on the back bumper.
Also I think it also depends on what is in the jerry cans or containers.
Water, although the heaviest, would be from a weight angle the worst, but from a safety angle the best.
Petrol, the lightest would be the most dangerous and maybe illegal.
Diesel, probably somewhere in between from both the weight and safety angles.
As far as being allowed, or legal, I think the best people to ask would be the relevant transport authority in your state. Certain rules and regulations can vary between states. As an example, I have heard that in NSW, you need a system to monitor the breakaway battery voltage if your van is so equipped. Other states, as far as I know, have no such requirement at present.
Cheers
Pop
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