What’s the maximum permissible load on a single drive axle of a vehicle travelling on public roads?

In accordance with the regulations specifying the technical conditions of vehicles, the maximum permissible load of a single drive axle is 11.5 tonnes. This limit applies to public roads adapted for bearing the highest loads and is intended to protect their road surface from damage. The vehicle shown in the picture is an example of a heavy vehicle, whose operation is strictly regulated by such standards.