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2.55 metres
As a general rule, 2.55 metres under Annex IX. Specific limits include 2.60 metres for temperature-controlled goods-vehicle bodies meeting the prescribed definition and buses specially adapted to transport prisoners. Not every vehicle adaptation or special bus use permits 2.60 metres. Applicable special regimes and authorisations are considered separately.
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