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Key Facts: Mozambique INATRO Heavy Vehicle (Pesado) Driving Theory Exam

16,000 kg gross weight

C1 / C Boundary

Código da Estrada, Article 127

18 years (C requires C1)

Minimum Age

Código da Estrada, Article 130

60 km/h inside, 100 km/h outside localities

Heavy-Vehicle Speed Limits

Código da Estrada, Article 33

2.60 m / 4.3 m

Maximum Width / Height

Decreto n.º 14/2008, Article 5

56 t (7 or more axles)

Maximum Combination Weight

Decreto n.º 14/2008, Article 4

50 m between heavy vehicles

Spacing Outside Localities

Código da Estrada, Article 43(8)

This is an independent English-language MCQ study adaptation for the Mozambique INATRO Pesado theory exam for Categories C1 and C, which is taken in Portuguese. Category C1 covers heavy vehicles under 16,000 kg and C those over 16,000 kg (Código da Estrada, Article 127). The bank covers Decreto n.º 14/2008 limits (2.60 m wide, 4.3 m high, 13 m rigid, 18 m articulated, 9 t on a single drive axle), load securing, air brakes and retarders. It also covers the 60/100 km/h heavy-vehicle speed limits. INATRO does not publish the question count, time limit or pass mark online. It is not an official translation or format simulation.

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1Under Article 109 of the Código da Estrada, when is a motor vehicle classified as heavy (pesado)?
A.When its engine capacity is larger than 2,500 cm³, whatever its weight
B.Gross weight over 3,500 kg, more than nine seats, or a tractor unit
C.When it has dual rear wheels, whatever its gross weight or seats
D.When it is used for any paid or commercial transport purpose
Explanation: Article 109(1) classes as heavy any vehicle with a gross weight (peso bruto) over 3,500 kg or with more than nine seats including the driver's, plus tractor units. Vehicles at or below both limits are light (ligeiros). Decreto n.º 14/2008 uses the same thresholds.
2What is a vehicle's gross weight (peso bruto)?
A.The weight of the bare chassis, before the body is fitted
B.The weight of the load alone, without the vehicle
C.The tare plus the maximum authorised load
D.The empty weight with the fuel tank half full
Explanation: Gross weight is the tare (tara, the unladen weight) plus the maximum authorised payload (carga útil). Weight limits, category boundaries such as 3,500 kg or 16,000 kg, and mass-limit signs all refer to it.
3Under Decreto n.º 14/2008 (the weights and dimensions regulation), what is the maximum overall width of a vehicle, including its load?
A.2.00 m
B.2.60 m
C.3.20 m
D.3.50 m
Explanation: Article 5(1)(b) of the Regulamento de Pesos, Dimensões, Combinações e Disposição de Carga (Decreto n.º 14/2008) limits width to 2.60 m. Bodies of heavy goods vehicles may extend no more than 5 cm beyond the widest wheel set on each side. Wider loads need special authorisation.
4What is the maximum height of a vehicle, including its load, measured from the ground?
A.3.80 m
B.4.80 m
C.5.20 m
D.4.30 m
Explanation: Article 56(3)(f) of the Código da Estrada and Article 5(1)(c) of Decreto n.º 14/2008 both set 4.3 m from the ground. The authority may allow up to 4.40 m for urban public passenger transport vehicles.
5Under Decreto n.º 14/2008, what is the maximum overall length of a rigid motor vehicle with two or more axles?
A.12 m
B.18 m
C.13 m
D.22 m
Explanation: Article 5(1)(a) of Decreto n.º 14/2008 sets the maximum length at 13 m for vehicles with two or more axles and 13 m for trailers. It allows 18 m for articulated vehicles with three or more axles and 22 m for vehicle-and-trailer combinations.
6What maximum overall length does Decreto n.º 14/2008 set for an articulated vehicle (tractor and semi-trailer) with three or more axles?
A.18 m
B.16.5 m
C.22 m
D.25 m
Explanation: Article 5(1)(a) sets 18 m for articulated vehicles with three or more axles and 22 m for vehicle-and-trailer combinations. A separate figure of 16.50 m applies to articulated vehicles specially adapted and approved for carrying containers (Article 5(2)).
7Under Decreto n.º 14/2008, what is the maximum load on the most heavily loaded single drive axle of a vehicle on pneumatic tyres?
A.7.7 t
B.10.2 t
C.9 t
D.12 t
Explanation: Article 4(3) sets 9 t on the most heavily loaded single drive axle, 18 t on a double drive axle and 24 t on a triple axle. Article 4(5) limits the front axle of motor vehicles to 7.7 t.
8What maximum load does Decreto n.º 14/2008 allow on a double (tandem) drive axle of a vehicle on pneumatic tyres?
A.10 t
B.18 t
C.24 t
D.28 t
Explanation: Article 4(3) sets 18 t for a double drive axle. For double axles in general, Article 4(4) links the allowed weight to the spacing between the axles, rising from 10 t (spacing up to 1 m) to 16 t (spacing from 1.31 m).
9What maximum load does Decreto n.º 14/2008 set for a triple axle group on pneumatic tyres?
A.18 t
B.36 t
C.24 t
D.12 t
Explanation: Article 4(3) sets 24 t for a triple axle. The same figure is the maximum gross weight of a trailer with three or more axles in Article 4(1)(d).
10Under Decreto n.º 14/2008, what is the maximum total weight of an articulated vehicle or vehicle-and-trailer combination with seven or more axles?
A.42 t
B.48 t
C.56 t
D.64 t
Explanation: Article 4(1) sets maximum weights by axle count: 34 t for four axles, 42 t for five, 48 t for six and 56 t for seven or more, for both articulated vehicles and vehicle-trailer combinations. A rigid vehicle is limited to 16 t with two axles and 26 t with three or more.

About the Mozambique INATRO Heavy Vehicle (Pesado) Driving Theory Exam

Free independent practice for the Mozambique INATRO Pesado (Categories C1/C) driving theory exam: heavy-vehicle rules in the Código da Estrada, Decreto 14/2008 weights and dimensions, cargo securing, air brakes and speed limits. English-language MCQ study adaptation.

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Practice bank: 24 of 100 questions

Heavy Vehicle Regulations, Dimensions and Weights

Heavy-vehicle classification, C1/C/CE categories, Decreto n.º 14/2008 dimension and axle limits, overloading, special authorisations, equipment and SADC mass, axle and height signs.

Practice bank: 21 of 100 questions

Road Traffic Rules and Manoeuvring for Heavy Vehicles

Blind spots, off-tracking, turning and reversing, narrow roads, spacing, motorway lane restrictions, level crossings and overtaking restrictions.

Practice bank: 20 of 100 questions

Cargo Securing and Stowage

Load distribution and lashing, anti-slip mats, tanker surge, covering loose loads, load dimensions, containers, and dangerous-goods panels and documents.

Practice bank: 20 of 100 questions

Air Brakes, Retarders and Heavy Mechanics

Engine braking on descents, air-system components, spring brakes, brake fade, retarders, trailer couplings and the fifth wheel.

Practice bank: 15 of 100 questions

Speed Limits, Driving Time and Emergencies

Heavy-vehicle speed limits, the new-driver cap, alcohol limits, driving-time records, explosives rules, breakdowns and fires.

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Mozambique INATRO Heavy Vehicle (Pesado) Driving Theory: Suggested Study Strategy

1Know the C1/C boundary of 16,000 kg gross weight, and that Category C requires C1 (Articles 127 and 130).
2Memorise the Decreto n.º 14/2008 limits: 2.60 m wide, 4.3 m high, 13 m rigid, 18 m articulated, 9 t single drive axle, 7.7 t front axle, 24 t triple axle.
3On a narrow steep road the uphill vehicle normally reverses (Article 41(4)), and vehicles wider than 2 m or longer than 8 m must slow or stop to help others pass (Article 41(6)).
4Heavy vehicles must use the engine as an auxiliary brake on steep descents (Article 32(2)) and keep 50 m apart outside localities (Article 43(8)).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which vehicles do Categories C1 and C cover in Mozambique?

Article 127 of the Código da Estrada defines C1 as heavy goods or passenger vehicles under 16,000 kg gross weight and C as those over 16,000 kg, in each case with light trailers within set limits. Articulated vehicles and heavier combinations need C1E or CE.

What are the maximum dimensions and weights for heavy vehicles?

Decreto n.º 14/2008 sets 2.60 m width, 4.3 m height, 13 m for rigid vehicles, 18 m for articulated vehicles and 22 m for vehicle-trailer combinations. It allows 9 t on a single drive axle, 18 t on a double drive axle, 24 t on a triple axle and 56 t for combinations with seven or more axles.

What are the speed limits for trucks in Mozambique?

Article 33 of the Código da Estrada sets 60 km/h inside localities and 100 km/h outside localities for heavy goods and heavy passenger vehicles. Non-professional drivers licensed for a class for less than one year may not exceed 90 km/h.

What is the alcohol limit for truck drivers?

The general threshold is 0.3 mg/l in the breath (Article 81(3)). Drivers of dangerous goods or public-service transport must be at 0.0 while working (Article 81(4)), and dangerous-goods drivers must hold subcategory D (Decreto n.º 50/2019).

How many questions are in the INATRO heavy-vehicle theory exam?

INATRO does not publish the question count, time limit or pass mark online. Confirm current details with your driving school or INATRO. This site offers an independent English-language MCQ study adaptation, not a simulation of the Portuguese exam.