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What is the average size of a big rig?

Length:

* Single trailer: 48-53 feet (14.6-16.2 meters)

* Double trailer: 65-75 feet (19.8-22.9 meters)

* Triple trailer: 85-100 feet (25.9-30.5 meters)

Width:

* Standard: 8.5 feet (2.6 meters)

* Wide load: Up to 16 feet (4.9 meters)

Height:

* Standard: 13.5 feet (4.1 meters)

* Oversized load: Up to 20 feet (6.1 meters)

Weight:

* Gross weight: Up to 80,000 pounds (36,287 kilograms)

* Maximum trailer weight: 53,000 pounds (24,040 kilograms)

Note: These are approximate measurements and may vary depending on the specific vehicle and load.