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Yes, they are subject to certain limitations
Yes. They must comply with applicable mass and dimension limits in the General Vehicle Regulations, particularly Article 14 and Annex IX. Exceeding limits in permitted circumstances can require a special authorisation with travel conditions. There is no blanket exemption for special vehicles, nor are rules confined to road-work vehicles.
Legal basis: art. 14 RGV · annex IX RGV
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Yes, they are subject to certain limitations
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Only special vehicles for works and services
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¿Están los vehículos especiales sometidos en su circulación a las normas sobre masas y dimensiones máximas de la DGT?
- Sí, están sometidos a algunas limitaciones(Correct answer)
- No
- Únicamente los vehículos especial de obras y servicios
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