Czech Theory Test T flashcards

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Priority to the right

At unmarked intersections in the Czech Republic, the vehicle coming from the right has priority, except at a T-junction where the through road continues and the joining road must yield.

Roundabout priority

Vehicles already circulating in a roundabout have priority; entering drivers must yield. A give-way line with a triangle marks this rule.

Built-up area speed limit

The maximum speed in a built-up area is 50 km/h; outside built-up areas it is 90 km/h, and on motorways 130 km/h, unless signs state otherwise.

Tractor with trailer speed

A tractor towing a trailer is limited to 50 km/h regardless of road type, and is generally banned from motorways.

Red flashing level crossing

A red flashing light at a level crossing means stop, even if the barrier is still raised; do not attempt to cross.

Warning triangle sign

A triangle with a red border is a warning sign; a circle with a red border is a prohibition, and a blue circle is a mandatory order.

Two-second rule

At 50 km/h, keep at least a two-second gap to the vehicle ahead; double it in rain, at night, or on a wet road.

Trailer braking distance

A tractor with a trailer has a much longer braking distance than a solo tractor; the trailer pushes the tractor and can cause jack-knifing under hard braking.

Tractor blind spots

A tractor has large asymmetric blind spots; before reversing, check all mirrors and use a spotter if possible.

Skid recovery

If a tractor starts to skid, release the accelerator, steer gently in the direction of the skid, and avoid hard braking.

Night main beam rule

Use main beam only when no oncoming traffic and no vehicle ahead within 200 m; otherwise use dipped headlights.

Tractor inspection cycle

A tractor's technical inspection is valid for 4 years from first registration, then every 2 years; trailers have their own inspection cycle.

Tyre tread minimum

The minimum tread depth for tractor tyres is 1.6 mm in the main grooves; check pressure cold and adjust for load.

Coolant check rule

Check the coolant level when the engine is cold; never open a hot radiator cap because of the risk of scalding.

Air brake pressure

A tractor's air brake system must reach operating pressure before driving; a low-pressure warning means do not move.

Coupling sequence

Connect the drawbar, then the safety chain or breakaway cable, then the electrical plug, then the hydraulic and air lines.

Breakaway cable attachment

Attach the breakaway cable to a fixed point on the tractor, not to the drawbar, so it activates the trailer brake if separation occurs.

Load security rule

The load must be secured against forward, backward, and lateral movement; use straps rated for the load and check tension after the first few kilometres.

Reversing with trailer

When reversing with a trailer, steer in the opposite direction to the desired trailer movement; use small corrections and check mirrors continuously.

Category T licence

A category T licence is required for tractors; category B does not cover tractors above 3.5 t.

Zero alcohol limit

The Czech Republic applies a zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0 ‰); any alcohol is an offence for drivers.

Documents to carry

Carry the driving licence, registration certificate, proof of insurance, and, for professional transport, the driver card or attestation.

EU driving time

Professional drivers may drive a maximum of 9 hours daily, extendable to 10 twice a week, and 56 hours weekly.

Emergency numbers

In the Czech Republic, call 112 for general emergencies, 155 for ambulance, 158 for police, and 150 for fire.

Warning triangle distance

Place the warning triangle at least 50 m behind the vehicle on a normal road and 100 m on a motorway.

DRABC sequence

DRABC stands for Danger, Response, Airway, Breathing, Circulation; check and act in that order at an incident scene.

CPR compression rate

If the casualty is not breathing, start CPR at 100-120 chest compressions per minute, 5-6 cm deep, and use an AED if available.

Economical shifting

Shift up early, around 1,500-2,000 rpm for diesel tractors, maintain steady speed, and avoid unnecessary idling to save fuel.

AdBlue requirement

A tractor's SCR system requires correct AdBlue levels; running out can trigger a power derate and increased emissions.

Tyre pressure and fuel

Correct tyre pressure reduces rolling resistance; under-inflation can increase fuel consumption by up to 5 %.

Engine braking descent

Use engine braking on descents rather than riding the brakes; this saves fuel and reduces brake wear.

Give-way versus stop

A give-way sign (inverted triangle) means yield to traffic on the priority road; a stop sign (octagon) requires a full stop.