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T.P.D.M.V.2.2
(Al/2001)
2,2.2 Typical Dimensions
2.2.2.1 For design purposes typical dimensions for vehicles should be in accordance with Table 2.2.2.1,
which are in part based on maximum vehicle lengths permitted under the Road Traffic
(Construction and Maintenance of Vehicles) Regulations taking into account dimensions for
vehicles shown in Tables 2.2.2.2, 2.2.2.3 and 2.2.2.4
Table 2.2.2.1 - Design Dimensions
Type of VehicleLength
Length
(m)
Width
(m)
Height
(m)
Car
4.6
1.7
1.5
Light Goods Vehicle
5.2
2.1
1.6
Medium Goods Vehicle
11
2.5
4
Heavy Goods Vehicle
16
2.5
4.6
Articulated Container
Vehicles
16
2.5
4.6
Bus
Light Bus
12
6.5
2.5 3.5 Single deck
4.6 Double deck
Note :
(i) The above dimensions are not necessarily maximum dimensions,
(ii) Container vehicles up to 18.9 m have been licensed.
2.2.2.2 Typical dimensions of certain different types of vehicles are shown in Tables 2.2.2.2, 2.2.2.3 and
2.2.2.4