Topic: Carrying passengers and loads · Nº 390 / 574
Un vehículo lleva más carga que la MMA. ¿Está permitido circular así?
A vehicle is carrying more than its maximum authorised mass. Is it allowed to drive like this?
- ANo, porque es peligroso.No, because it is dangerous.
- BSí, cuando es un vehículo de transporte de mercancías.Yes, if it is a goods vehicle.
- CSí, pero solamente cuando transporta equipaje y personas dentro de poblado.Yes, but only when it is carrying luggage and people in a built-up area.
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Correct answer
- ANo, porque es peligroso.No, because it is dangerous.
Explanation
It is prohibited to drive with a load that takes the vehicle over its maximum authorised mass: the vehicle brakes worse, loses stability, and the tyres and suspension may fail. The ban applies to all vehicles.
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