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Denmark Category C1 Light Truck Theory Test study materials
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Denmark Category C1 Light Truck Theory Test: Load, Weight, and Dimensions

Denmark Category C1 Light Truck Theory Test · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.

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Load, Weight, and Dimensions

C1 load questions test whether you can calculate payload, respect axle limits and secure a load so that it does not shift or fall. The vehicle's permissible total weight is not the only limit: each axle, the tyre capacity and the body must also stay within their ratings.

Weight limits

  • A C1 vehicle has a permissible maximum weight of 7,500 kg. The payload is the permissible total weight minus the vehicle's actual kerb weight, driver, passengers and any equipment not included in the registered kerb weight.
  • Never exceed the permissible axle loads shown on the registration or plate. A load placed behind the rear axle adds more load to the rear axle than the same load placed between the axles.
  • Overloading can invalidate insurance, cause tyre failure and lead to fines or a prohibition from driving.

Dimensions

  • General Danish limits for a C1 single motor vehicle include width 2.55 m, height 4.0 m and length 12 m. Insulated bodies may have a small width allowance. Loads must not project dangerously; projections must be marked and, where required, permitted.
  • Know your vehicle's height before using bridges, tunnels and underground deliveries.

Load securing

  • Place the load against the headboard, distribute it evenly and use lashing straps or other securing equipment with sufficient lashing capacity. Friction mats help prevent sliding.
  • Close and lock the tailgate or doors. Check the load again after the first few kilometres.

Worked example

Permissible total weight is 7,500 kg and the kerb weight is 3,200 kg. The driver weighs 80 kg, so the available payload is about 4,220 kg. You add a 4,000 kg load placed 1 m behind the rear axle. The total is 7,280 kg, under the gross limit, but the rear axle rating of 5,000 kg may be exceeded because of the leverage. Move the load forward or reduce it.

Traps that cost marks

Checking only the gross weight is the classic error. Axle limits and tyre ratings count separately. Damaged straps, unmarked rear projections and an unsecured tailgate are all load defects.