Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 270 / 961

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¿Cuál debe ser la separación mínima entre la cabina y el compartimento de carga, en determinados vehículos de mercancías peligrosas?

What must the minimum gap be between the cab and the load compartment in certain vehicles carrying dangerous goods?

  • AUn espacio de al menos 100 mm.A space of at least 100 mm.
  • BUn espacio libre mínimo de 15 cm.A clear space of at least 15 cm.
  • CDependerá del espesor de la pared del compartimento de carga.It will depend on the thickness of the load compartment wall.
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Correct answer

  • BUn espacio libre mínimo de 15 cm.A clear space of at least 15 cm.
Explanation

In certain vehicles carrying dangerous goods, the minimum gap between the cab and the load compartment must be a clear space of at least 15 cm. This is because enough distance is needed to prevent any fire or explosion from spreading from the load compartment to the cab of the vehicle.

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