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heavy-duty vehicle

Defined in 4 places of the United States Code.

The term “heavy-duty vehicle” means a motor vehicle that—

(A) is rated at more than 8,500 pounds gross vehicle weight;

(B) has a curb weight of more than 6,000 pounds; or

(C) has a basic vehicle frontal area in excess of 45 square feet.

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The term “heavy duty vehicle” means a truck, bus, or other vehicle manufactured primarily for use on the public streets, roads, and highways (not including any vehicle operated exclusively on a rail or rails) which has a gross vehicle weight (as determined under regulations promulgated by the Administrator) in excess of six thousand pounds. Such term includes any such vehicle which has special features enabling off-street or off-highway operation and use.

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  • 1994–present42 U.S.C. § 7521The Public Health and Welfare · Emission standards for new motor vehicles or new motor vehicle engines · for purposes of this part

the term “heavy duty vehicle” means a vehicle of greater than 8,500 pounds gross vehicle weight rating.

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The term “heavy-duty vehicle” means a vehicle that—

(A) has a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 8,500 pounds; and

(B) is powered by a diesel engine.

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