The 85-foot length limit for tractor and towed vehicle combinations applies with respect to all vehicles except which type?

The 85-foot length limit for tractor and towed vehicle combinations applies with respect to all vehicles except which type?

• A. Fire vehicles
• B. Passenger cars
• C. Buses
• D. Aircraft tugs

Answer: (A)

The important idea is that an 85-foot maximum for tractor-and-towed-vehicle combinations is the general rule to keep long rigs manageable on roads. Fire vehicles are not bound by this limit, because they need to carry extensive equipment and respond quickly in emergencies, so their overall length can exceed 85 feet. Passenger cars, buses, and aircraft tugs do have to comply with the limit, so their combined length must stay at or below 85 feet.

The important idea is that an 85-foot maximum for tractor-and-towed-vehicle combinations is the general rule to keep long rigs manageable on roads. Fire vehicles are not bound by this limit, because they need to carry extensive equipment and respond quickly in emergencies, so their overall length can exceed 85 feet. Passenger cars, buses, and aircraft tugs do have to comply with the limit, so their combined length must stay at or below 85 feet.