Goods vehicles with a (GVM) exceeding the mass indicated on the sign

Information SignK53 syllabusSouth Africa

What this sign means

Goods vehicles with a (GVM) exceeding the mass indicated on the sign.

This is an information/guidance sign — it helps you navigate rather than instructing you. When you see it, work out what it changes about your driving — your speed, your position on the road, or what you are allowed to do next — and act early rather than late.

Where you will usually find it

Information and guidance signs appear along routes — before exits, at facilities, and where the road layout changes. They do not order you to do anything; they help you plan: directions, distances, services and route numbers.

How it comes up in the exam

This sign appears in 2 practice questions on this site. Test yourself:

• This sign informs road users that this portion of the road is set aside for use by…
• This sign means this part of the road is for …

More road signs to learn

Must turn left at the next roadDo not cross until the green man is…Stop, except when it cannot be done safelyA priority crossroad ahead and other vehicles from…Only leave the freeway if you are in…Informs you of an information office or notice…The road that crosses this roadDrive in the centre of your demarcated lane