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Yes, because its length exceeds 6 metres.
Yes, because the semi-trailer is longer than 6 metres. Article 16.5 of the General Vehicle Regulations requires side position lights on non-agricultural trailers and semi-trailers exceeding that threshold. This does not mean they are mandatory on every semi-trailer regardless of length.
Legal basis: art. 16.5 RGV
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Yes, they are mandatory on every semi-trailer, regardless of its length.
Yes, because its length exceeds 6 metres.
No, they are optional for a 7-metre semi-trailer.
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Un camión arrastra un semirremolque no agrícola de 7 metros de longitud. ¿Es obligatorio que ese semirremolque esté equipado con luces de posición laterales?
- Sí, son obligatorias en todo semirremolque, cualquiera que sea su longitud.
- Sí, porque su longitud supera los 6 metros.(Correct answer)
- No, para un semirremolque de 7 metros son opcionales.
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