You're driving a lorry with a maximum authorised mass of 38 tonnes on a single carriageway road in England. What's the speed limit for your vehicle after passing this sign?
- A 40 mph
- B 50 mph
- C 60 mph
- D 70 mph
Why this is the answer
The national speed limit for a goods vehicle exceeding 7.5 tonnes on a single carriageway road in England and Wales is 50 mph. In Scotland, the limit is 40 mph. The national speed limit varies for different vehicle categories. You must know the limit that applies to the vehicle you're driving.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- 40 mph — 40 mph is the figure for some other vehicle classes, not this one.
- C
- 60 mph — 60 mph is the dual-carriageway limit for this weight, not the single-carriageway one.
- D
- 70 mph — 70 mph is the motorway limit for lighter vehicles.
Where this comes from
- The Highway Code — page 126
- Know Your Traffic Signs — page 21
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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