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Vehicle weights and dimensions

What does a D1 category licence allow you to drive?

The front of your bus overhangs well past the front wheels. Why should you allow for this when cornering?

What does this motorway sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this motorway sign mean? Warning lights show when there's danger ahead. This includes • lane closures • incidents • fog • icy roads.

You're driving on a motorway and you see this sign. What does it mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - You're driving on a motorway and you see this sign. What does it mean? Look out for variable-message warning signs telling you about • lane closures • speed limits • hazards. When you're clear of the restriction, you'll see a sign telling you that it has ended.

What's the minimum height of an unmarked bridge?

What's a vehicle's turning circle?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign mean? If you see this sign, be aware that there's a danger of grounding. This can happen where there's a pronounced bump in the road, such as at a level crossing or a hump bridge.

Unless otherwise shown, what's the minimum headroom under bridges in the UK?

In which of these places might there be a restriction on vehicles over a certain length?

A speed limiter is fitted to a bus. Where must the speed-limiter setting be displayed?

By how much can your stopping distance increase in icy weather?

What should you consider when planning a route for your journey?

Where can a driver find their vehicle's unladen weight recorded?

When must you take extra care if you're driving a vehicle more than 3.0 metres (10 feet) high?

What does this sign warn of?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign warn of? If you're driving a high vehicle, make sure that there's enough headroom available for you to go through the tunnel. There may be additional signs showing height and width restrictions.

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign mean? It's essential to know the height of your vehicle before setting off. This should be clearly marked, usually in the cab, and visible from the driving position. Look out for restrictions that you may not have seen on a map - they may be temporary.

Where must the repair of a speed limiter be carried out?

What does the term 'maximum authorised mass' (MAM) mean?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign mean? Always look out for road signs, but be especially aware of those that refer to large or heavy vehicles. Get into the habit of checking for signs at junctions. There might be an indication on the junction layout sign. Before you turn, make sure that the road you're using doesn't have any restrictions for the vehicle you're driving.

What's the national speed limit for buses and coaches on a dual carriageway?

Your vehicle has collided with a railway bridge. What information must you give the railway authority when you telephone them?

As a guide, how many passengers equal 1 tonne?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign mean? Always be aware of the height of the vehicle you're driving, particularly if you drive different vehicles. If you use a sat-nav, it may show you the height and weight limits on UK roads.

At this roundabout, you want to take the fourth exit. What limit is in force on this road?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - At this roundabout, you want to take the fourth exit. What limit is in force on this road? Look out for signs giving you advance warning of height restrictions. As a professional driver, you should always know the height of your vehicle or load. If you aren't sure of the safe height, stop and check.

Your bus has a speed limiter fitted. What other related item must it have?

What should you check when you've just overtaken a motorcyclist on a motorway?

Where can the axle weight limits be found?

What do bells hanging across the road warn drivers of?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What do bells hanging across the road warn drivers of? If your vehicle touches bells suspended over the road, they'll obviously ring. This will warn you that your vehicle exceeds the safe travelling height beneath electrified overhead cables ahead. You must stop immediately and either find another route or take advice.

What should be your main concern as you approach this sign?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What should be your main concern as you approach this sign? At hump bridges, there's a risk of long vehicles grounding. If you aren't sure whether the floor of your vehicle will clear the bridge, find another route.

What's the maximum speed allowed for a vehicle towing a trailer on a motorway?

Where can you park large vehicles at night without needing to use parking lights?

You're driving a long vehicle on a two-lane road. What should you do if you want to turn left into a narrow side road?

How would you know that a weight-limit sign doesn't apply to the bus you're driving?

You're driving a large vehicle in a straight line. When is it most stable?

When should you consider the effect a speed limiter will have on your vehicle?

You're driving a long vehicle. What should you do when you want to turn right at a painted mini-roundabout?

When should you allow for the effects of a speed limiter?

Who must you tell when your vehicle collides with a bridge?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign mean? You need to know the length of your vehicle as well as its weight, height and width. Places where the length of your vehicle may be relevant are • road tunnels • level crossings • ferries • bridges.

What type of road surface will increase your stopping distance by up to ten times?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign mean? You must always be aware of the size of your vehicle. Look out for road signs that show a width restriction. There should be an indication of this at the entrance to the road. Don't get into a situation where you have to reverse out of a narrow road because you haven't seen a sign.

By approximately how much would 15 passengers increase the weight of your vehicle?

You're driving a large vehicle on a narrow road with passing places. What will you need to be most aware of?

You're driving a bus on a local service. When can you use this lane?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - You're driving a bus on a local service. When can you use this lane? As a local-service bus driver, you may use the bus lane at any time. The restrictions apply to other road users, to keep the lane clear for you at peak times. Don't be tempted to speed when driving up the inside of slow-moving or stationary traffic. Be alert for pedestrians who may be trying to cross the road.

Your vehicle is more than 3 metres (9 feet 10 inches) high. Where is this information displayed?

What category of licence is required to drive an articulated bus?

The height of your vehicle is 4.2 metres (14 feet). What should you do as you approach this bridge?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - The height of your vehicle is 4.2 metres (14 feet). What should you do as you approach this bridge? The headroom under bridges in the UK is at least 5 metres (16 feet 6 inches) unless marked otherwise. However, this might refer only to the highest point of an arch. If your vehicle hits a bridge, you must report the incident to the police. If a railway bridge is involved, you must also report it to the railway authority.

How do speed limiters normally work?

What does this sign mean?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - Vehicle weights and dimensions - What does this sign mean? As well as a height restriction, the tunnel may have a restriction on the available width of headroom for high vehicles. The advance warning gives you the opportunity to find another route if your vehicle is too high or wide to drive through the tunnel.

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