Slow Moving Equipment Laws in Idaho
- Snow removal equipment is exempt from some Idaho slow moving vehicle laws.tractor image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.com
Nearly 12 million acres of land in Idaho is devoted to agriculture, with crops including peas, barley and potatoes. It is not unusual to see tractors, road rollers, combines and other slow moving equipment on Idaho byways. Idaho Statute 49-619 details the rules governing such use. Before driving a slow moving vehicle on Idaho roads, check with local law enforcement to learn of any additions or changes to the state rules. - According to Statute 49-619, slow moving vehicles are only allowed on the road from 30 minutes after sunrise to 30 minutes before sundown, unless the vehicles have lights meeting state requirements for night operation as found in Idaho Statute 49-916. Slow moving vehicles should not interfere with normal traffic. Slow moving vehicles should never exceed 25 mph; in cases where the vehicle is capable of higher speeds, posted speed limits should always be observed. Drivers must have a valid license.
- Slow moving vehicles operating on roads in Idaho should have fully functional braking systems. They should be equipped with signaling systems to indicate turning and braking. In addition, these vehicles should bear an emblem designating them as slow moving, as detailed by the Idaho Traffic Commission.
- State-owned emergency and snow removal vehicles may operate at any hour, and may disrupt normal traffic patterns.
