§393.71 Coupling Devices and Towing Methods, Driveaway-Towaway Operations

Question 1: May a fifth wheel be considered as a coupling device when towing a semi-trailer in a driveaway-towaway operation?

Guidance: Yes. §393.71(g) requires the use of a tow-bar or a saddle-mount. Since a saddle-mount performs the function of a conventional fifth wheel, the use of a fifth wheel is consistent with the requirements of this section.