Revision question · Vehicle condition

What do the codes shown on the side walls of bus and lorry tyres refer to?

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Tread pattern

Minimum temperature

Maximum load

Running pressure

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Maximum loadThis was the right answer

Tyres have codes shown on the wall of the tyre. These refer to the maximum load and speed capability of the tyre.

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Read load index and speed rating togetherReviewed guidance summary · These are the specific load/speed codes, not a statement that every sidewall marking means maximum load.

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