Question 1239 · Truck theory test
What is the maximum laden weight of a 6 axle truck and trailer combination fitted with Electronic Stability Control (ESC)?
Pick an answer to test yourself.
Correct answer
46 tonnes
Official explanation
Since the 1st June 2015 three axle tractor units towing three axle semi-trailers may operate at a gross combination weight of 46 tonnes provided they are fitted with Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
- Topic
- Technical matters · Vehicle Specifications
Practise this topic in the app
Free demo questions for every topic, progress saved, a full mock exam in the official format.
Got it wrong, or had to think? That is one of 909 questions the truck theory test can draw from. Sit the truck mock exam in the official format (100 questions, 120 minutes, pass mark 74) and see how many more you would miss.
Related questions
- If a vehicle is driven with low oil pressure, what effect does this have on its engine?
- How should the load on a vehicle be arranged to maintain a safe centre of gravity?
- Where is the air that is used in the air brake systems stored?
- While driving at higher speeds, what does a continuous vibration in the steering indicate?
- What is the maximum permitted side-load overhang in millimetres?
- What is the Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) in tonnes of a 3-axle rigid truck with conventional (non-air) suspension?