On a lorry less than five metres long used exclusively for goods, how far may an indivisible-length beam project beyond each end, subject to other statutory conditions?

Correct answer

Up to one third of the vehicle length at each end.

Up to one third of the vehicle length at the front and another third at the rear under article 15.2.a.2. This also includes vehicles exactly five metres long and concerns indivisible-length loads such as beams, posts or pipes. Obey applicable stowage, securing, dimensions, masses and projecting-load signalling requirements. Not every indivisible load may project in any manner.