Instructions for Form MT-903 Highway Use Tax Return

For resources and the latest information about highway use tax (HUT), see Highway use tax, visit www.tax.ny.gov (search: HUT), or subscribe to our Highway use tax email topic. To get Form MT-903, see Form MT-903, Highway Use Tax Return, or visit www.tax.ny.gov (search: mt903).

Highway Use Tax (HUT) Web File

You can file Form MT-903 online using HUT Web File! It’s the fastest, easiest way to file a HUT return and make a payment. Benefits include:

To get started, log in to (or create) your Business Online Services account. For more information, see Highway Use Tax Web File or visit www.tax.ny.gov (search: HUT).

Who must file

You must complete and file Form MT-903, Highway Use Tax Return, if you:

If you had no activity in New York State for this period, you must still file a return. See No-tax-due return for instructions.

If you are permanently discontinuing your business for HUT purposes and filing a final return, see Final return.

If this return amends a previously filed return, see Amended return.

Note: Some vehicles are excluded or exempt from HUT.

When to file

You must file a HUT return and pay tax due on a quarterly basis starting with the calendar quarter when you began operations in New York State, unless notified by the Tax Department of a different filing requirement.

Filing period changes

After filing quarterly for a calendar year, your filing period may change based on your total HUT liability for the preceding calendar year. The Tax Department annually reviews your total HUT liability for the preceding calendar year and will notify you if your filing frequency requirements have changed.

If your total HUT liability for the preceding calendar year was:

These filing thresholds are effective for taxable periods beginning on or after January 1, 2022. For taxable periods beginning prior to January 1, 2022, see Form MT-903-I (5/16), Instructions for Form MT-903 Highway Use Tax Return.

Due dates

Form MT-903 is due the last day of the month following the end of the reporting period. If the due date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday (visit www.tax.ny.gov and search: holiday), the return is due on the next business day. We use the postmark date as the filing date for returns and payments sent by mail.

Due date for annual filers
Filing period Due date
January 1 through December 31 January 31 of the following year
Due dates for quarterly filers
Filing period Due date
January 1 through March 31 April 30
April 1 through June 30 July 31
July 1 through September 30 October 31
October 1 through December 31 January 31 of the following year
Due dates for monthly filers
Filing period Due date
January 1 through January 31 February 28 or 29
February 1 through February 28 or 29 March 31
March 1 through March 31 April 30
April 1 through April 30 May 31
May 1 through May 31 June 30
June 1 through June 30 July 31
July 1 through July 31 August 31
August 1 through August 31 September 30
September 1 through September 30 October 31
October 1 through October 31 November 30
November 1 through November 30 December 31
December 1 through December 31 January 31 of the following year

Where to file

Mail Form MT-903 to:

NYS TAX DEPARTMENT
RPC - HUT
PO BOX 15166
ALBANY NY 12212-5166

Private delivery services

See Publication 55, Designated Private Delivery Services.

Definitions

Almost exclusively means 90% or more of a motor vehicle’s monthly New York State laden miles, whether operated alone or in combination, are used in the month to transport:

Carrier includes any person having the lawful use or control, or the right to the use or control, of any vehicular unit in this state.

Gross weight means:

Gross weight does not include the weight of the driver and any helpers. For a tow truck, it does not include the weight of any vehicle that is being towed partly or wholly upon the towed vehicle’s own wheels. Gross weight of a flatbed tow truck must include the weight of the heaviest vehicle being transported on the bed of the truck.

Laden miles means miles traveled in a vehicle with a load or any part of a load.

Motor vehicle includes any:

Public highway includes any public highway, street, avenue, road, public place, public driveway, or any other public way. It does not include toll-paid portions of the New York State Thruway.

Unloaded weight means the actual weight of the motor vehicle, including:

Unloaded weight does not include the weight of the driver and any helpers.

Specific instructions

Final return

If you are permanently discontinuing your business for HUT purposes and filing a final return:

  1. Mark an Xin the Final return box at the top of the return.
  2. Mail your HUT and Automotive Fuel Carrier Certificates of Registration (Forms TMT-7 and TMT-7.1) and decals to:
  1. Pay any outstanding HUT bills. To review for outstanding bills:
    1. Log in to your Business Online Services account. If you need to create an account, see Create account or visit www.tax.ny.gov(search: online).
    2. Scroll down to the Bills section of your Account Summary homepage.

    Amended return

    If this return amends a previously filed return:

    1. Mark an X in the Amended return box at the top of the return.
    2. Indicate the correct figures for the period, not the difference between the amount previously reported and the new figures.
    3. Write an explanation of the changes and attach it to your return.

    Change of business information

    If you only need to report an address change, the fastest and easiest way is online. Visit our website (see Need help?) and select the option to change your address. You can also complete Form DTF-96, Report of Address Change for Business Tax Accounts, and attach it to your return. To change any other business tax account information (as well as your address), file Form DTF-95, Business Tax Account Update. If you need either form, or any other form, visit our website.

    No-tax-due return

    If you had no activity in New York State for this period:

    1. Mark an Xin the appropriate box and enter 0 on line 3.
    2. Complete the rest of the return, as applicable.

    If you had activity but do not owe tax because your mileage is being reported by another or your vehicle is exempt:

    1. Mark an X in the appropriate box or enter 0 on line 3.
    2. Complete the rest of the return, as applicable.

    Total taxable miles and total miles (including Thruway miles) traveled in New York State

    Enter in the appropriate boxes:

    Do not report mileage traveled:

    Filing method

    Mark an X in the gross weight method or unloaded weight method box to indicate the method you are using to calculate your HUT due with this return (and all other returns for this calendar year).

    Methods for calculating highway use tax

    When you file your first return for the calendar year, you must choose one of the following methods to calculate your HUT for the duration of the year and for every vehicle:

    You cannot change the method during the calendar year.

    Choose the method that works best for your business operations. One method may be more economical or convenient for you.

    Gross weight method

    If you choose the gross weight method, you must use it for every truck and tractor with a gross weight of more than 18,000 pounds operating on New York State public highways during the reporting period.

    Under the gross weight method, you may calculate your tax using either:

    You must use the same option for all trucks and tractors included on your return.

    If you use the heaviest weight option for a reporting period, you cannot use a different option if you later file an amended return for that reporting period.

    Unloaded weight method

    If you choose the unloaded weight method, you must use it for the following vehicles operating on New York State public highways during the reporting period:

    Schedule totals

    Using the schedule instructions, directly below, for your chosen filing method, complete Schedule 1, Schedule 2, or both on page 2 of the return to calculate the amount of tax due. Report all weight in pounds.

    Schedule 1: Overview

    Schedule 1 is used to calculate the tax due on all miles you traveled in New York State for the reporting period—except those miles:

    Schedule 2: Overview

    Schedule 2 is used to calculate the tax due on the mileage of trucks and tractors—excluding the miles traveled on the toll-paid portion of the Thruway—that are used almost exclusively in the month to transport:

    You may use Schedule 2 to report mileage only for three or fewer trucks or tractors. If you have more than three trucks or tractors to report on Schedule 2, report all mileage on Schedule 1.

    If you use your truck or tractor for another purpose for more than 10% of the motor vehicle’s New York State laden miles during any month, report all mileage traveled in New York State (except the toll-paid Thruway mileage) on Schedule 1.

    Track your laden miles monthly, even if you file quarterly or annually, because you may need to report mileage on each schedule.

    Example: Carrier A files quarterly. If Carrier A uses a truck almost exclusively for one month for a Schedule 2-use, and the next month uses the same truck only 50% of the time for a Schedule 2-use, Carrier A must divide the mileage according to the monthly use and include the truck on both schedules of their quarterly return.

    Gross weight method: Straight line option

    Schedule 1
    Column A

    Provide the current certificate number of each truck and each tractor you operated on New York State public highways during the reporting period in the following order:

      List all tractors with a gross weight of more than 18,000 pounds. Enter the certificate number of a tractor twice if it operates in New York State both with and without a trailer or other attached device.

    Do not include on the list:

    Note: If you are listing a vehicle on both Schedule 1 and Schedule 2, be sure to allocate the mileage to the appropriate schedule so you are not taxed twice or at the wrong rate.

    Column B

    Enter the gross weight shown on the certificate for each vehicle in column A—except:

    Column C

    Enter the unloaded weight shown on the certificate for each vehicle listed in column A, except a truck-trailer combination if both were unladen. In that case, enter the unloaded weight of the truck plus the unloaded weight of the heaviest trailer drawn by the truck.

    Column D

    Enter the total laden taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by each vehicle in column A. Include miles for excluded vehicles when used in a non-excluded manner.

    Column E
    1. Refer to Table 1: Laden taxable miles to determine the tax rate for each vehicle based on its gross weight (column B).
    2. Enter the tax rate for each vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column F
    1. Multiply columns D and E.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Column G

    Enter the total unladen taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by each vehicle listed in column A.

    Column H
    1. Refer to the following tables to determine the tax rate for each vehicle based on its unloaded weight (column C):
      • Table 2: Unladen taxable miles for tractors (with trailers)
      • Table 3: Unladen taxable miles for trucks (alone or with trailers) and tractors (without trailers)
    2. Enter the tax rate for each vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column I
    1. Multiply columns G and H.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Lines 9 through 16

    Follow the instructions directly on Schedule 1 to calculate the total tax due from the vehicles and mileage reported on Schedule 1.

    Schedule 2
    Column J

    List the current certificate numbers of motor vehicles used almost exclusively in a month covered by this tax return to transport boltwood, logs, pulpwood, wood chips, or bulk raw milk on New York State public highways if you operated three or fewer of these vehicles in the month.

    Enter the certificate number of a tractor twice if:

    Enter the certificate number of a truck twice if:

    Column K

    Enter the gross weight shown on the certificate for each vehicle listed in column J—except:

    Column L

    Enter the unloaded weight shown on the certificate for each vehicle listed in column J, except a truck-trailer combination if both were unladen. In that case, enter the unloaded weight of the truck plus the unloaded weight of the heaviest trailer drawn by the truck.

    Column M

    Enter the total laden taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by each vehicle listed in column J.

    Column N
    1. Refer to Table 6: Laden taxable miles to determine the tax rate for each vehicle based on its gross weight (column K).
    2. Enter the tax rate for each vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column O
    1. Multiply columns M and N.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Column P

    Enter the total unladen taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by each vehicle listed in column J.

    Column Q
    1. Refer to the following tables to determine the tax rate for each vehicle based on its unloaded weight (column L):
      • Table 7: Unladen taxable miles for tractors (with trailers)
      • Table 8: Unladen taxable miles for trucks (alone or with trailers) and tractors (without trailers)
    2. Enter the tax rate for each vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column R
    1. Multiply columns P and Q.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Lines 17 through 24

    Follow the instructions directly on Schedule 2 to calculate the total tax due from the vehicles and mileage reported on Schedule 2.

    Gross weight method: Heaviest weight option

    Schedule 1
    Column A

    List the current certificate numbers of the trucks and tractors with the heaviest gross weight, and the trucks and tractors with the heaviest unloaded weight you operated on New York State public highways during the reporting period. Consider only the trucks, tractors, trailers, and other attached devices you are reporting and paying taxes for.

    List certificate numbers in the following order:

    1. the truck with the heaviest gross weight (laden)
    2. the tractor with the heaviest gross weight (laden)
    3. the truck with the heaviest unloaded weight, if different from 1
    4. the unladen tractor in combination with the heaviest unloaded weight, if different from 2
    5. the tractor with the heaviest unloaded weight when operated without trailers
    6. the truck-trailer combination with the heaviest gross weight (unloaded weight of the truck plus the unloaded weight of the heaviest trailer or combination of trailers drawn by the truck, plus the heaviest load carried or drawn)
    7. the truck-trailer combination with the heaviest unloaded weight (unloaded weight of the truck plus the unloaded weight of the heaviest trailer drawn by the truck), if different from 6

    Do not:

    Column B

    Enter the gross weight of the following motor vehicles listed in column A:

    Column C

    Enter the unloaded weight of the following motor vehicles listed in column A:

    Column D

    Enter the total laden taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by all vehicles in each category listed in column B.

    Column E
    1. Refer to Table 1: Laden taxable miles to determine the tax rate for each category of vehicle based on the gross weight you entered in column B.
    2. Enter the tax rate for each category of vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column F
    1. Multiply columns D and E.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Column G

    Enter the total unladen taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by all vehicles in each category listed in column C.

    Column H
    1. Refer to the following tables to determine the tax rate for each category of vehicle based on the unloaded weight you entered in column C:
      • Table 2: Unladen taxable miles for tractors (with trailers)
      • Table 3: Unladen taxable miles for trucks (alone or with trailers) and tractors (without trailers)
    2. Enter the tax rate for each category of vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column I
    1. Multiply columns G and H.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Lines 9 through 16

    Follow the instructions directly on Schedule 1 to calculate the total tax due from the vehicles and mileage reported on Schedule 1.

    Schedule 2
    Column J

    List the current certificate numbers of the following motor vehicles used almost exclusively in a month covered by this tax return to transport boltwood, logs, pulpwood, wood chips, or bulk raw milk on New York State public highways if you operated three or fewer of these vehicles in the month:

    List the certificate numbers in the following order:

    1. the truck with the heaviest gross weight (laden)
    2. the tractor with the heaviest gross weight (laden)
    3. the truck with the heaviest unloaded weight, if different from 1
    4. the unladen tractor in combination with the heaviest unloaded weight, if different from 2
    5. the tractor with the heaviest unloaded weight when operated without trailers
    6. the truck-trailer combination with the heaviest gross weight (unloaded weight of the truck plus the unloaded weight of the heaviest trailer or combination of trailers drawn by the truck, plus the heaviest load carried or drawn)
    7. the truck-trailer combination with the heaviest unloaded weight (unloaded weight of the truck plus the unloaded weight of the heaviest trailer drawn by the truck), if different from 6
    Column K

    Enter the gross weight shown on the certificate for each vehicle listed in column J—except:

    Column L

    Enter the unloaded weight shown on the certificate for each vehicle listed in column J, except for a truck-trailer combination if both were unladen. In that case, enter the unloaded weight of the truck plus the unloaded weight of the heaviest trailer drawn by the truck.

    Column M

    Enter the total laden taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by all vehicles in each category listed in column J.

    Column N
    1. Refer to Table 6: Laden taxable milesto determine the tax rate for each category of vehicle based on the gross weight you entered in column K.
    2. Enter the tax rate for each category of vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column O
    1. Multiply columns M and N.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Column P

    Enter the total unladen taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by all vehicles in each category listed in column J.

    Column Q
    1. Refer to the following tables to determine the tax rate for each category of vehicle based on the unloaded weight you entered in column L:
      • Table 7: Unladen taxable miles for tractors (with trailers)
      • Table 8: Unladen taxable miles for trucks (alone or with trailers) and tractors (without trailers)
    2. Enter the tax rate for each category of vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column R
    1. Multiply columns P and Q.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Lines 17 through 24

    Follow the instructions directly on Schedule 2 to calculate the total tax due from the vehicles and mileage reported on Schedule 2.

    Unloaded weight method

    Schedule 1
    Column A

    List the current certificate number of each truck and tractor you operated on New York State public highways during the reporting period in the following order:

    1. trucks you hold certificates for
    2. tractors you hold certificates for
    3. trucks or tractors on which you are paying the tax if certificates were issued to another carrier (Identify this group by writing motor vehicles operated on certificates of others.)

    Do not include on the list:

    Note: If you are listing a vehicle on both Schedule 1 and Schedule 2, be sure to allocate the mileage to the appropriate schedule so you are not taxed twice or at the wrong rate.

    Column B
    Column C

    Enter the unloaded weight shown on the certificate for each vehicle listed in column A.

    Columns D through F
    Column G

    Enter the total taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by each vehicle listed in column A.

    Column H
    1. Refer to the following tables to determine the tax rate for each vehicle based on its unloaded weight (column C):
      • Table 4: Taxable miles (trucks)
      • Table 5: Taxable miles (tractors)
    2. Enter the tax rate for each vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column I
    1. Multiply columns G and H.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Lines 9 through 11, and 15
    Lines 12 through 14, and 16

    Follow the instructions directly on Schedule 1 to calculate the total tax due from the vehicles and mileage reported on Schedule 1.

    Schedule 2
    Column J

    List the current certificate numbers of trucks and tractors used almost exclusively in a month covered by this tax return to transport boltwood, logs, pulpwood, wood chips, or bulk raw milk on New York State public highways if you operated three or fewer of these vehicles in the month.

    List the certificate numbers in the following order.

    1. trucks you hold certificates for
    2. tractors you hold certificates for
    3. trucks or tractors on which you are paying the tax if certificates were issued to another carrier (Identify this group by writing motor vehicles operated on certificates of others.)
    Column K
    Column L

    Enter the unloaded weight shown on the certificate for each vehicle listed in column J.

    Columns M through O
    Column P

    Enter the total taxable (non-Thruway) miles traveled in New York State by each vehicle listed in column J.

    Column Q
    1. Refer to the following tables to determine the tax rate for each vehicle based on its unloaded weight (column L):
      • Table 9: Taxable miles (trucks)
      • Table 10: Taxable miles (tractors)
    2. Enter the tax rate for each vehicle on its corresponding line.
    Column R
    1. Multiply columns P and Q.
    2. Enter the result on its corresponding line.
    Lines 17 through 19, and 23
    Lines 20 through 22, and 24

    Follow the instructions directly on Schedule 2 to calculate the total tax due from the vehicles and mileage reported on Schedule 2.

    Line instructions

    Line 1a

    Enter the amount of total tax from Schedule 1, line 16.

    Line 1b

    Enter the amount of total tax from Schedule 2, line 24.

    Line 2

    Enter the amount of any prior HUT overpayments. Do not enter more than the amount on line 1c.

    Note: You may apply any unused portion of your prior HUT overpayments against any HUT, penalty, or interest you owe within four years from the date of the overpayment. For a refund of HUT overpayments, file Form DTF-406, Claim for Highway Use Tax (HUT) Refund, separately.

    Lines 4 and 5

    If you are filing your return late, not paying the full amount due, or both, you owe penalty and interest. Interest rates are adjusted quarterly and compounded daily. You can estimate your penalty and interest using our Penalty and Interest Calculator (visit www.tax.ny.gov and search: penalty), or call and we will estimate your penalty and interest for you (see Need help?).

    Enter the penalty amount on line 4 and the interest amount on line 5.

    Line 7

    Enter an amount on this line only if you are amending a previously filed return and marked an X in the Amended return box. Enter the total amount you paid, including any penalty and interest, with your previously filed return.

    Line 8

    Subtract line 7 from line 6, then enter this amount. This is your total balance due.

    If you do not file your return and pay all tax due on or before the due date, we may send you a bill that includes all applicable penalties and interest.

    If your balance due is a negative amount for this reporting period and you would like a refund of your HUT overpayment, you must file Form DTF-406, Claim for Highway Use Tax (HUT) Refund, separately.

    Certification

    Sign and date the return, and enter your official title, telephone number, and email. Only the taxpayer or an authorized agent may sign the return.

    If anyone other than an employee, owner, partner, or officer of the business is paid to prepare the return, see Paid preparer’s responsibilities below.

    Paid preparer’s responsibilities

    Under the law, all paid preparers must sign and complete the paid preparer section of the form. Paid preparers may be subject to civil and/or criminal sanctions if they fail to complete this section in full.

    When completing this section, enter your New York tax preparer registration identification number (NYTPRIN) if you are required to have one. If you are not required to have a NYTPRIN, enter in the NYTPRIN excl. code box one of the specified 2-digit codes listed below that indicates why you are exempt from the registration requirement. You must enter a NYTPRIN or an exclusion code. Also, you must enter your federal preparer tax identification number (PTIN) if you have one; if not, you must enter your Social Security number.

    Exemption types by code
    Code Exemption type Code Exemption type
    01 Attorney 02 Employee of attorney
    03 CPA 04 Employee of CPA
    05 PA (Public Accountant) 06 Employee of PA
    07 Enrolled agent 08 Employee of enrolled agent
    09 Volunteer tax preparer 10 Employee of business
    preparing that business’
    return

    See Tax preparer and facilitator registration and continuing education (search: registration) for more information about the tax preparer registration requirements.

    Fuel use tax (Tax Law Article 21-A)

    If you are licensed under the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA), you must pay the New York State fuel use tax on your IFTA report filed with your base jurisdiction.

    However, you must file Form MT-903-FUT, Fuel Use Tax Return, to report and pay your fuel use tax obligation if:

    Tax rate tables for highway use tax: Schedule 1

    If gross weight method was marked, use Tables 1, 2, and 3. If unloaded weight method was marked, use Tables 4 and 5.

    Gross weight method

    Table 1: Laden taxable miles
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    18,001 20,000 0.0084
    20,001 22,000 0.0098
    22,001 24,000 0.0112
    24,001 26,000 0.0126
    26,001 28,000 0.0133
    28,001 30,000 0.0140
    30,001 32,000 0.0147
    32,001 34,000 0.0154
    34,001 36,000 0.0161
    36,001 38,000 0.0168
    38,001 40,000 0.0175
    40,001 42,000 0.0182
    42,001 44,000 0.0196
    44,001 46,000 0.0210
    46,001 48,000 0.0224
    48,001 50,000 0.0238
    50,001 52,000 0.0252
    52,001 54,000 0.0266
    54,001 56,000 0.0280
    56,001 58,000 0.0294
    58,001 60,000 0.0308
    60,001 62,000 0.0322
    62,001 64,000 0.0336
    64,001 66,000 0.0357
    66,001 68,000 0.0378
    68,001 70,000 0.0399
    70,001 72,000 0.0420
    72,001 74,000 0.0455
    74,001 76,000 0.0490
    76,001 78,000 0.0518
    78,001 80,000 0.0546
    80,001 and over add $0.0028 per ton or fraction of a ton
    Table 2: Unladen taxable miles for tractors (with trailers)
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    7,001 8,500 0.0084
    8,501 10,000 0.0098
    10,001 12,000 0.0112
    12,001 14,000 0.0126
    14,001 16,000 0.0133
    16,001 18,000 0.0140
    18,001 and over add $0.0007 per ton or fraction of a ton
    Table 3: Unladen taxable miles for trucks (alone or with trailers) and tractors (without trailers)
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    18,001 20,000 0.0084
    20,001 22,000 0.0098
    22,001 24,000 0.0112
    24,001 26,000 0.0126
    26,001 28,000 0.0133
    28,001 30,000 0.0140
    30,001 and over add $0.0007 per ton or fraction of a ton

    Unloaded weight method

    Table 4: Taxable miles (trucks)
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    8,001 9,000 0.0056
    9,001 10,000 0.0070
    10,001 11,000 0.0098
    11,001 12,000 0.0112
    12,001 13,000 0.0126
    13,001 14,000 0.0140
    14,001 15,000 0.0154
    15,001 17,500 0.0168
    17,501 20,000 0.0196
    20,001 22,500 0.0252
    22,501 25,000 0.0308
    25,001 and over 0.0378
    Table 5: Taxable miles (tractors)
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    4,001 5,500 0.0084
    5,501 7,000 0.0140
    7,001 8,500 0.0196
    8,501 10,000 0.0252
    10,001 12,000 0.0350
    12,001 and over 0.0462

    Tax rate tables for highway use tax: Schedule 2

    If gross weight method was marked, use Tables 6, 7, and 8. If unloaded weight method was marked, use Tables 9 and 10.

    Gross weight method

    Table 6: Laden taxable miles
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    18,001 20,000 0.0060
    20,001 22,000 0.0070
    22,001 24,000 0.0080
    24,001 26,000 0.0090
    26,001 28,000 0.0095
    28,001 30,000 0.0100
    30,001 32,000 0.0105
    32,001 34,000 0.0110
    34,001 36,000 0.0115
    36,001 38,000 0.0120
    38,001 40,000 0.0125
    40,001 42,000 0.0130
    42,001 44,000 0.0140
    44,001 46,000 0.0150
    46,001 48,000 0.0160
    48,001 50,000 0.0170
    50,001 52,000 0.0180
    52,001 54,000 0.0190
    54,001 56,000 0.0200
    56,001 58,000 0.0210
    58,001 60,000 0.0220
    60,001 62,000 0.0230
    62,001 64,000 0.0240
    64,001 66,000 0.0255
    66,001 68,000 0.0270
    68,001 70,000 0.0285
    70,001 72,000 0.0300
    72,001 74,000 0.0325
    74,001 76,000 0.0350
    76,001 78,000 0.0370
    78,001 80,000 0.0390
    80,001 and over add $0.002 per ton or fraction of a ton
    Table 7: Unladen taxable miles for tractors (with trailers)
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    7,001 8,500 0.0060
    8,501 10,000 0.0070
    10,001 12,000 0.0080
    12,001 14,000 0.0090
    14,001 16,000 0.0095
    16,001 18,000 0.0100
    18,001 and over add $0.0005 per ton or fraction of a ton
    Table 8: Unladen taxable miles for trucks (alone or with trailers) and tractors (without trailers)
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    18,001 20,000 0.0060
    20,001 22,000 0.0070
    22,001 24,000 0.0080
    24,001 26,000 0.0090
    26,001 28,000 0.0095
    28,001 30,000 0.0100
    30,001 and over add $0.0005 per ton or fraction of a ton

    Unloaded weight method

    Table 9: Taxable miles (trucks)
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    8,001 9,000 0.0040
    9,001 10,000 0.0050
    10,001 11,000 0.0070
    11,001 12,000 0.0080
    12,001 13,000 0.0090
    13,001 14,000 0.0100
    14,001 15,000 0.0110
    15,001 17,500 0.0120
    17,501 20,000 0.0140
    20,001 22,500 0.0180
    22,501 25,000 0.0220
    25,001 and over 0.0270
    Table 10: Taxable miles (tractors)
    Weight (lbs.) Rate ($)
    Greater than or equal to Not more than
    4,001 5,500 0.0060
    5,501 7,000 0.0100
    7,001 8,500 0.0140
    8,501 10,000 0.0180
    10,001 12,000 0.0250
    12,001 and over 0.0330

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