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Revision question · Vehicle weights and dimensions
What does this temporary sign mean for drivers of vehicles over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass?
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Use either the left-hand or middle lane
Use only the left-hand lane
Use only the middle lane
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Lanes at roadworks often have weight restrictions to keep larger vehicles in the left-hand lane. The lanes through the roadworks are often narrow and therefore not wide enough for large vehicles to pass each other safely.
Always look for restriction signs at roadworks. They're usually placed well in advance to give you time to move safely into the correct lane in good time.
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Rule 288Highway Code rule · The pictured roadworks sign permits any vehicle on the left, prohibits goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes in the middle and closes the right lane.Read the vehicle symbol, dimension and exemption plateReviewed guidance summary · The pictured roadworks sign permits any vehicle on the left, prohibits goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes in the middle and closes the right lane.