What does the Maximum Axle Load sign mean?
Sign Maximum Axle Load (No. 2.17) means: Prohibits vehicles whose axle load exceeds the stated value.
Maximum Axle Load – Key Rule
Applies per axle – not the total weight!
Maximum Axle Load – Category Regulatory Signs
Regulatory signs prescribe or prohibit certain behaviour. They are usually round.
Why know Maximum Axle Load?
Signs like Maximum Axle Load are the foundation for understanding traffic situations. The Swiss driving licence test assesses your ability to interpret these situations correctly – knowing your signs means understanding the road.
Where does the Maximum Axle Load sign apply?
Sign Maximum Axle Load (No. 2.17) applies on public roads in Switzerland under the SSV (Road Signage Ordinance). It belongs to the category Regulatory Signs.
