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Width limit

Width limit: what it means

Sign R239, TR239

What it means

This sign sets a width limit for vehicles going past it. The width is shown in metres, by a number on the sign.

What you must do

If the overall width of your vehicle is more than the width on the sign, do not enter this area. If it is less than the width on the sign, you may go past.

Where you see it

On any public road where there is a limit in the road width.

Remember

Wider than the number: do not go in.

Test yourself

  1. Question 1

    The sign shown is displayed on any public road where which condition exists?

    • A A limit in the road width
    • B A limit in the height above the road
    • C A limit in the mass the road can carry
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    Answer: A: A limit in the road width

    This sign is used on any public road where there is a limit in the road width.

  2. Question 2

    Which of these signs prohibits a vehicle from proceeding beyond it if its overall width exceeds the width indicated on the sign?

    A
    B
    C
    Show answer

    Answer: Picture C

    You may not go past this sign if your vehicle is wider than the width shown.

  3. Question 3

    In which unit is the number displayed on a width limit sign expressed?

    • A Centimetres
    • B Metres
    • C Millimetres
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    Answer: B: Metres

    The number on a width limit sign shows the width in metres.

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