Texas Class B Vehicle Regulations Quiz and Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the maximum speed limit for heavy trucks on the highway at night?

70mph

60mph

65mph (correct)

55mph

What should you do when going down a steep grade in a heavy vehicle?

Shift to a lower gear

What should you do when turning right in a vehicle that is too large to be turned while staying in the proper lane?

Approach the corner in the proper lane, about 4 feet from the curb.

How can farm tractors meet lighting requirements when operating on the highway at night?

Two headlamps, one taillight, two red reflectors, and hazard warning lights Signup and view all the answers

What are the vehicle size and weight requirements for a Class A driver's license non-CDL?

Vehicle or combination of vehicles weighing 26,001 lb or more with a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lb Signup and view all the answers

What are the vehicle size and weight requirements for a Class B driver's license non-CDL?

Single vehicle 26,001 lb or more with a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lb or a farm trailer not exceeding 20,000 lb Signup and view all the answers

What are the vehicle size and weight requirements for a Class C driver's license non-CDL?

Single vehicle 26,001 lb towing a farm trailer not exceeding 20,000 lb Signup and view all the answers

What should be the first action of the driver of a disabled truck or bus?

Put out the proper flares, flags, or reflectors Signup and view all the answers

Where should flares be placed around a truck when necessary?

100' in front, 10' and 100' behind Signup and view all the answers

What is the required lighting of a semi-trailer 80" or more in width?

Two headlamps, turn signals, two amber clearance lamps, two red clearance lamps, tail lamps, stop lamps, reflectors, and signal lamps Signup and view all the answers

What are the height limits between which reflectors must be mounted?

Not less than 24" nor more than 60" in height above the ground Signup and view all the answers

What color should clearance lamps, side marker lamps, or reflectors mounted on or near the front of a vehicle be?

Amber Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest height allowed by state law for a vehicle including its load?

14' Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest weight allowed by state law for any vehicle including its load?

80,000 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What should be the greatest distance between two vehicles when one vehicle is towing the other?

15' Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when hauling equipment that is wider, heavier, or longer than the law permits?

Obtain a special permit Signup and view all the answers

When are turn indicator signals required on a vehicle?

More than 80" in width and manufactured after 1960 Signup and view all the answers

Outside the city limits, what type of vehicle must stop at all railroad crossings?

All buses carrying passengers Signup and view all the answers

What types of vehicles are required to have mud flaps?

All vehicles with 4 or more tires on the rear axle Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum speed for a taxicab on a numbered U.S. or state highway during the day?

70mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum speed limit for motor buses at night on numbered U.S. and state highways?

65mph Signup and view all the answers

What are the limits on load extensions over the front and rear of vehicles?

3" in front and 4" in back Signup and view all the answers

What is the safest method to use when backing a large truck?

Have someone standing in a safe place to guide you Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of required registration papers on a truck at all times?

Shows the weight of the vehicle empty and how much it is registered to haul Signup and view all the answers

All school buses, taxis, and other vehicles hauling passengers for hire must carry a chemical-type fire extinguisher of at least what capacity?

1 qt Signup and view all the answers

What are the requirements concerning clearance lights on trucks and buses?

Two amber lamps in front and two red lamps in rear Signup and view all the answers

Every trailer, semi-trailer, or pole trailer must have how many reflectors?

Two red reflectors Signup and view all the answers

Mounted reflectors must be at least how many inches from the ground?

24" Signup and view all the answers

Clearance lamps mounted on or near the rear of a vehicle must be what color?

Red Signup and view all the answers

Flashing lights are permitted on what types of vehicles?

Emergency vehicles, snow removal equipment, tow trucks, and school buses Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest width ordinarily allowed by state law for a vehicle on the highway?

102" Signup and view all the answers

What usually determines the number of trailers that may ordinarily be pulled by one vehicle?

No vehicles with an unloaded weight of less than 2500 lb may be coupled with more than one other vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest length ordinarily allowed by state law for any combination of truck and trailer?

65' Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum weight at which a trailer or semi-trailer must have brakes that can be applied by the driver?

4500 lb Signup and view all the answers

When towing another vehicle with a chain or cable, the flag which is attached to the chain or cable must be what color?

White Signup and view all the answers

When one truck is following another truck or vehicle, it must keep far enough back to allow how many vehicles to safely enter between them?

One vehicle length Signup and view all the answers

When mud flaps are required on a vehicle, they must come within how many inches of the surface?

8" Signup and view all the answers

Lugs and flanges are legal on Texas state highways.

False Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Speed Limits and Driving Regulations

Maximum speed limit for heavy trucks: 65 mph at night on highways.
Taxicabs maximum speed limit on numbered U.S. or state highways during the day: 70 mph.
Motor buses maximum speed limit at night on numbered U.S. and state highways: 65 mph.

Vehicle Operation Procedures

When descending a steep grade in a heavy vehicle, shift to a lower gear to maintain control.
In large vehicles turning right, position 4 feet from the curb to prevent passing on the right and turn wide once front wheels clear the corner.

Lighting and Reflector Requirements

Farm tractors operating on highways at night must have: two head lamps, one taillight, two red reflectors, hazard lights (white/amber front, red/amber rear).
Semi trailers 80 inches or wider require specific lighting: two headlamps, turn signals, amber clearance lamps in front, red clearance lamps, tail lamps, and stop lamps in rear.
Height for reflectors must be between 24 to 60 inches above the ground.

Vehicle Licensing and Size Regulations

Class A license requirements: a vehicle or combination ≥ 26,001 lbs with a towed weight > 10,000 lbs.
Class B license requirements: a single vehicle ≥ 26,001 lbs or a farm trailer not exceeding 20,000 lbs.
Class C license requirements: a single vehicle ≥ 26,001 lbs towing a farm trailer with ≤ 20,000 lbs gross vehicle weight.

Safety Measures

Drivers of disabled trucks or buses must immediately put out flares, flags, or reflectors for safety.
Flares should be placed 100 feet in front and 10 feet and 100 feet behind the vehicle.

Load and Vehicle Size Limitations

Maximum vehicle height including load: 14 feet.
Maximum vehicle weight including load: 80,000 lbs.
Load extensions allowed: 3 inches forward and 4 inches rearward.

Towing Regulations

Maximum distance between towing and towed vehicles: 15 feet.
When towing a vehicle, a chain or cable must have a white flag attached.

Vehicle Equipment Regulations

All vehicles with 4 or more tires on the rear axle must have mud flaps.
School buses, taxis, and passenger transport vehicles must carry a minimum 1-quart chemical fire extinguisher.

Trailer and Reflector Requirements

Every trailer must have two red reflectors (one on each side) and reflectors must be at least 24 inches from the ground.
Clearance lamps on or near the rear of a vehicle must be red.

Emergency and Indicator Lights

Flashing lights permitted on emergency vehicles, snow removal equipment, tow trucks, and school buses when stopping for children.

General Vehicle Regulations

Greater width ordinarily allowed on highways: 102 inches.
Maximum length for any combination of truck and trailer: 65 feet.
Minimum weight for trailers requiring driver-operated brakes: 4,500 lbs.
Trucks must maintain a safe distance to allow one vehicle length for others to merge between them.

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Test your knowledge on Texas Class B Exempt regulations with these flashcards. Each card covers important rules and safety measures for operating heavy trucks, especially on highways. Perfect for drivers preparing for their licensing exam.

Texas Class B Exempt Flashcards