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National Speed Limit on a dual carriageway
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Right im currently practising for my theory test for next week - a question came up which totally confused me... What is the national speed limit on a dual carriageway for cars and motorcycles? I believed this was 60mph but it turned out to be 70 on the mock theory test which threw me off. Is this correct or is it an error on the mock theory test site i am using? See i have always been lead to believe it was 60mph and only 70mph on a motorway. Any comments would be appreciated! Cheers
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If you listen to madman's advice just be certain that your speedo is 100% accurate or you will be in big trouble.
As answered elsewhere on AB, a limit is a limit and not a target to be aimed at.
If a National Speed Limit sign applies to a dual carriageway then the answer to your question is 70, otherwise take heed of local signage. One local dual carriageway in my area has a 30 limit.
As answered elsewhere on AB, a limit is a limit and not a target to be aimed at.
If a National Speed Limit sign applies to a dual carriageway then the answer to your question is 70, otherwise take heed of local signage. One local dual carriageway in my area has a 30 limit.
lik sddsddean's link says - It's 70 on a dual carriageway. Just make sure you're clear on the definition of a dual carriageway though. It can have one lane of traffic in each direction. And similarly a road with 2 lanes in each direction may be a single carriageway. The important thing is the central reservation. If this exists, you are o adula carriageway.
Beware of the notion that you are "allowed" to travel at 79mph before prosecution. The 10% + 2 calculation is a guideline issued by the Association of Chief Police Officers to help their officers decide when to prosecute. It does not mean you are "allowed" to travel at 79mph. As has been said, the limit is 70mph on dual carriageways (unless otherwise signed) and you can be prosecuted if the police are sure you have exceeded this limit.