How many axles does a low loader need for heavy plant transport?

Axle count determines how load weight is distributed across the road surface — more axles spread the same total weight across more contact points, keeping individual axle loads within legal limits. A standard 2-axle tandem low loader handles loads up to 20–30 tonnes. A 3-axle configuration reaches 40–50 tonnes. Multi-axle configurations with 4+ axles — sometimes supplemented by dolly axles — handle abnormal loads up to 80+ tonnes. Loads exceeding standard axle weight limits require individual route assessment and abnormal load permits regardless of total GVW.