🚛 K53 Drill Master · South Africa
Code 10 & Code 14 Heavy Vehicle Prep
Heavy-vehicle learners get extra questions on mass, length, speed limits and stopping distances. Drill the numbers that apply once your vehicle crosses 3 500 kg and 9 000 kg.
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- Heavy-vehicle speed limits and following distances
- Mass, length and axle-load limits
- Licence codes C1/C and EC1/EC
- PrDP basics for professional drivers
Key facts
Heavy goods speed80 km/h over 9 000 kg GVM
Following distance3 seconds (heavy)
Rigid length limit12.5 m
Articulated limit18.5 m
Frequently asked questions
What speed limit applies to a heavy goods vehicle?
A goods vehicle with a GVM over 9 000 kg is limited to 80 km/h on all roads, including freeways, because of its longer braking distance.
What is the following distance for a heavy vehicle?
At least 3 seconds behind the vehicle in front — one second more than a light vehicle — and more in poor conditions.
Which licence code do I need for a truck?
Code C1/C for rigid heavy vehicles and EC1/EC for articulated/extra-heavy combinations. Carrying goods or passengers for reward also needs a PrDP.