Dimensiones de vehículos de carga tipo semirremolque vigentes en Colombia

Abstract

The study analyzed the actual dimensions of articulated cargo vehicles in Colombia, comparing them with those established in Resolution 4100 of 2004 and the 2008 Geometric Road Design Manual. Through an ANOVA analysis, significant differences were identified in total length and tractor dimensions, while width and semitrailer measurements remained consistent across configurations. It was determined that average dimensions are smaller than those in the regulations, with the 3S3 vehicle having an average length of 17.20 m compared to the normative 20.89 m. The findings suggest that current regulations oversize road infrastructure, potentially leading to inefficient designs and unnecessary costs. An adaptable approach based on actual measurements is recommended, along with further studies on turning radii and vehicle trajectories.