Guidance

Guide to lorry types and weights

A guide about the various categories and weight classes for lorries.

• From: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
• Published: 15 July 2013

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Lorry types and weights guide

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Details

This guide lists the various category types for lorries. A lorry’s class is determined by its weight and number of axles.

The type of lorry will affect the weight of goods the vehicle will legally be able to carry.

Published 15 July 2013